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Reconstruction work on the palace started in 1959<br />
on a rather tight budget. A simpler design was implemented<br />
and instead of reconstructing the ornate<br />
halls, modern and puritan architectural options<br />
were chosen. Today, it has an important role in the<br />
country’s culture since its chambers are used by the<br />
Hungarian National Gallery, the National Széchenyi<br />
Library, the Ludwig Museum of Contemporary<br />
Art and the Historical Museum of Budapest. It is<br />
home to numerous traditional events, including the<br />
Crafts Festival and the Buda Castle Wine Festival.<br />
The Buda Castle Palace as part of the Buda Castle<br />
Quarter has been designated as a world heritage<br />
site since 1987. Hundreds of thousands of tourists<br />
from all parts of the world visit every year. Numerous<br />
sights and points of interest are on offer for<br />
them. These include the Buda Castle Labyrinth,<br />
the old narrow streets and cosy restaurants of the<br />
Castle Quarter. Thanks to the location of the Palace,<br />
one can enjoy a wonderful panoramic view<br />
over the city of Budapest.<br />
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