Hungarian jewel

This building is one of the grand focal points of Hungary’s capital, Budapest.

St Stephen’s Basilica is a lofty, awe-inspiring piece of architecture – truly fitting for an important European city.

Its vast dome is a pleasure to photograph, but not without its hazards – I looked so far up there was a compulsion to topple over. There are no restrictions on taking pictures unlike London’s equally significant edifices – a small donation will suffice.

Visitors can also take more than 300 steps to a platform for impressive views across Budapest. For fans of religious buildings and sweeping vistas, this is a must-see.

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Tags: architecture, awe-inspiring, Budapest, Budapest Cathedral, dome, Hungary, photography, religion, St Stephen's Basilica, stairway to heaven, Szent Istavan Bazilika, travel

10 thoughts on “Hungarian jewel”

dianaed2013 on February 23, 2014 at 22:44 said:

Love the domes and stairs.

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- mikeosbornphoto on February 23, 2014 at 22:47 said:
  
  Thank you Diana. The dome is beyond magnificent.
  
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ckponderings on February 23, 2014 at 11:26 said:

Beautiful images again, Mike. It looks like an amazing building, and I particularly like the colours and framing of the dome shots. :)

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- mikeosbornphoto on February 23, 2014 at 13:14 said:
  
  Much appreciated, Richard. Yes, stunning. A real showcase where you’re allowed to take shots… what a treat.
  
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maryqkaca on February 22, 2014 at 22:48 said:

When were you here, In Budapest???

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- mikeosbornphoto on February 22, 2014 at 23:41 said:
  
  Hi Maria, we were in Budapest last weekend. I thought about dropping you a line, but it was such a flying visit. You live in such a beautiful city!
  
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Andy Townend on February 22, 2014 at 17:29 said:

Great shots, I travelled there a couple of times from Belgrade, a fascinating city and troubling times for the media there…

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- mikeosbornphoto on February 22, 2014 at 17:32 said:
  
  Thanks Andy. Yes, it’s definitely worthy of its own “streets of” website! I must have missed the problems for the media?…
  
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  - Andy Townend on February 22, 2014 at 17:35 said:
    
    Although Hungary is part of the EU they have passed some quite scary bits of legislation in recent years that ruffled a few feathers, I have good friends there who have political connections and have had some “interesting” times…
    
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    - mikeosbornphoto on February 22, 2014 at 17:42 said:
      
      Ah yes. Well the administration there makes our coalition seem like the loony left, I believe.
      
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