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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Love the domes and stairs.
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Thank you Diana. The dome is beyond magnificent.
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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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Much appreciated, Richard. Yes, stunning. A real showcase where you’re allowed to take shots… what a treat.
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When were you here, In Budapest???
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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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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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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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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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Ah yes. Well the administration there makes our coalition seem like the loony left, I believe.
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