Historic site · UNESCO
Hungarian Parliament Building
Budapest, Hungary
A neo-Gothic riverside palace, one of the most photographed buildings in Europe.
Bridge · Hungary · Budapest
Szechenyi Chain Bridge
The classic suspension bridge between Buda and Pest, guarded by stone lions.
UNESCO World Heritage Free to enter about 30 min
For storytellers
Why Szechenyi Chain Bridge matters
The Chain Bridge was the first permanent link between the two halves of the city, and the symbol of Budapest. Lit up at night, it is magical. Walk across it for views of Parliament and the castle.
Talking points
- Stone lions guard each end.
- It was the first permanent link across the river here.
- It glows at night.
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