City Tour around Budapest
Ms. Rita Albittar (a second-year Syrian Finance and Accounting student, the MarCom Representative for GTK in ELTE’s International Student Advisory Committee, ISAC) who was one of the organisers of the sightseeing walk, remembers the day like this:
City tour of Budapest as seen by the organizers
Leading the October 23rd City Tour, which was also a national Hungarian holiday for the 1956 revolution, was an incredible experience! We had a great day exploring Budapest and bringing students from different backgrounds together. When we at ELTE ISAC and GTK HÖK were planning the tour, we wanted to showcase Budapest's unique history and iconic landmarks in an interesting and meaningful way. We visited diverse sites (modern museums, religious landmarks, the river bank...) and shared both quirky facts and the deep historic roots of every icon we saw. And as a (first-time) tour leader, I really enjoyed the opportunity to guide our journey and to share the stories of the city, just as much as I loved seeing how the tour brought people closer together and helped strengthen the connections in our student community.
Mito Soeda (a first-year International Business Economics student from Japan and a Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship holder), who participated in the sightseeing tour, strongly recommends similar events to all:
City tour of Budapest as seen by a participant
On October 23rd, I (a first-year student who has been in Budapest for less than two months) had the pleasure of participating in a city tour organized by GTK HÖK and ELTE ISAC to celebrate Hungary’s national holiday. This experience was both enjoyable and educational, offering a deeper understanding of Hungarian history and culture.
The tour included visits to some of Budapest’s most iconic landmarks: the Synagogue, the Museum of Illusions, St. Stephen’s Basilica, Széchenyi Chain Bridge, and the Hungarian Parliament. Each location was rich in history and significance, not only for Budapest but for Hungary as a whole. Our guide provided insightful explanations about each site, blending historical context with interesting facts, which made the experience truly enriching.
I found this tour particularly helpful for learning about Hungary, as it allowed me to explore its history and culture while comparing it to my own experiences from my home country,Japan. The blend of ancient traditions and modern attractions was fascinating.
Overall, the city tour was an excellent way to celebrate Hungary’s national holiday, connect with the country’s heritage, and appreciate its beautiful landmarks. If the organizers do this tour also next year, I highly recommend it to anyone eager to learn more about Hungary.
Pictures
Pictures
0
/
0
0
/
0