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The Classics Collection

Budapest Gem

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Budapest, the vibrant capital of Hungary, is a city of enchanting contrasts. In the western part of the city, Buda, landmarks like Fisherman’s Bastion, Buda Castle, and Matthias Church stand as testaments to its rich history, while the Pest side boasts modern icons like the House of Parliament, t...
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András Török is a Budapest-based author and lecturer, as well as a longtime observer of the urban scene. His previous books include Budapest: A Critical Guide; The 500 Hidden Secrets of Budapest; and The Remarkable Hungarian Parliament Building. Apart from being a promoter of his native city, he is the manager of Fortepan.hu, a free archive of old photographs from Hungary. He lives on the riverfront in Pest.

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Page count

208 pages

Number of illustrations

over 200

Language

English

Released on

April 2024

Dimensions

W 10 x L 13 x D 1.5 in

Cover materials

Silk hardcover

ISBN

9781649803412

Weight

5.8 lb

Author

András Török