When we think of King Sigismund of Luxembourg (1387–1437), ruler of Hungary and later Holy Roman Emperor, one of his most famous legacies is the Order of the Dragon (Societas Draconistrarum). Founded on 12 December 1408 by Sigismund and his second wife, Queen Barbara of Cilli, the Order was both a political alliance and a chivalric brotherhood that bound Hungary’s most powerful …
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Many visitors strolling through Buda Castle District—perhaps after a visit to Ruszwurm Café or a meal at Jamie’s Italian—will come across the equestrian statue of András Hadik, a striking monument dedicated to one of Hungary’s most famous hussars. While this statue is often included in guided tours, few know the fascinating history behind both the man and the monument. Who …
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Located near Matthias Church and Fisherman’s Bastion, the Holy Trinity Statue can be found in the middle of Holy Trinity Square. The column commemorates the people of Buda who died from two outbreaks of the Black Plague. These days, it is a popular meeting point for many walking tours in the Buda Castle District. Located in the heart of the …
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