Equity Magazine June 2017 Issue

TRAVEL
GO SIGHTSEEING
The city is split in two, segregated by the Danube River and
connected by the striking Chain Bridge, with Buda on the
western bank of the Danube and Pest opposite. Begin your
tour with a river cruise to discover the history and landmarks.
In Buda, head over to Castle District, the highlight of the old
town, and take in the views of the palace, Matyas Church,
museums and picturesque squares clad with souvenir shops.
The palace complex, can be reached by the Siklo – a 19th
century funicular that runs from Clark Adam ter by the
Chain Bridge. In Pest, visit St.
Stephen’s Basilica, which
took over 50 years to build.
The spot is known for its’
panoramic views over Pest
and artwork including
mosaics by Károly Lotz.
THE BEAUTIFUL CHAIN BRIDGE WITH THE
HUNGARIAN PARLIAMENT IN THE BACKGROUND
Historical
Budapest
DANUBE RIVER RUNNING THROUGH THE BUILDINGS OF BUDAPEST
ST. STEPHEN’S BASILLICA
REST HERE…
The palatial Corinthia Hotel
Budapest served as inspiration for The Grand
Budapest Hotel movie, and is the city’s most
opulent spot to get a restful sleep. Don’t be
surprised if you bump into a celebrity here, the
hotel has been home to plenty and you can find
the broad list on placards in the lobby. Bock
Bisztró is located within the hotel premises, so
you don’t have to head far for a sumptuous
dinner. Jaded jet-setters can head to the Royal
Spa for everything from massages to facials, yoga
and ESPA body treatments. Visit corinthia.com.
Explore Hungary’s DINING HOTSPOTS
capital and the
The discerning traveller
country’s cultural heart
with a palate has plenty of
culinary offerings to pick
with our nifty guide
from. Onyx (+36 30 508
0622, onyxrestaurant.hu)
focuses on contemporary Hungarian produce with
tasting menus, while Costes (+3612190696, costes.
hu) emphasises on an international menu with
Hungarian influences. This restaurant is the first to
receive a Michelin star in Budapest and serves pigeon
cooked two ways, with beetroot and coffee, slow
cooked trout, and plenty of other options. Bock
Bisztró’s (+3613210340, bockbisztropest.hu) wellpresented
menu featuring foie gras sushi, fillet of pike
and veal neck stew with dumplings can be paired with
their extensive and varied wine list.
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