House of Parliament - this building was built in the Eckectic & Neo-Githic style between 1885 & 1904. This magnificent building is a fine memento of the quest for grandeur and pomp which Hungary pursued while preparing for the Millenary Celebrations in 1896. This building is just beautiful, once again for some reason reminding me of a fairytale. 365 towers, one for each day if the year.

Millenary Monument, Heroes' Square - devoted to the history of Hungary, depicting both kings of Hungary and princes of Transylvania. Monument was erected for the Millenary celebrations of the Hungarian State. Really beautiful square. Intricate work on the sculptures is truly incredible.

Rivalda Cafe & Restaurant - stopped for our traditional Hungarian lunch. Goulash soup, paprika chicken & "pasta", followed by a really decadent pancake filled with sultanas in liquor, smothered by chocolate sauce and cream. Bit over the top, unfortunately not one of the better meals we've had. Win some, loose some.

Fishermen's Bastion - one of the most peculiar (I think beautiful) buildings of Budapest. Built in Neo-Romanesque style by Frigyes Schulek between 1899 & 1905 as part of the ancient castle wall behind Matthias Church. It's lookout towers, terraces and passages resemble the cross corridors of cloisters create a unique atmosphere. Looks like something from a fairytale, just so beautiful and nice to see lots of restoration works underway.