Budapest is one of the most significant cities in the world on account of its role in shaping the fate of Europe in modern times. It is the capital of Hungary. The city sits on the bank of the River Danube, and hence Budapest is often known as the ‘Queen of the Danube’. Owing to its cultural and political significance and its strategic geographical location, the city is also sometimes called the ‘heart of Europe’. Budapest is situated on the Danube River in the magnificent natural setting where the hills of western Hungary meet the plains stretching to the east and south. The city has two parts: Buda and Pest. These regions occur on opposite sides of the river and are connected by a series of bridges.
There are many monuments in the city that catch the attention of tourists. The neo-Gothic Parliament, the biggest building in Hungary with its 268 metres length, the Aquincum Museum, the House of Terror, another historical museum, several churches, castles and festival sites are places of great interest. The city is also known for its parks and gardens.
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