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Eger Castle is one of the most popular museums in Hungary and the main symbol of Eger In the Gothic Bishop's Palace we can get to know the story of the castle, in the casamates we can discover everyday life of a border castle in the 16. century. On the Calvary hill we can enjoy the view. The ...
Eger is famous for its delicious wines and historic wine region. It is lesser known that the famous viniculture of Eger was established by Italian and Vallon settlers in the 1200s. According to a legend a handful of Hungarian troops managed to be successful over the thirty times bigger Turkish over...
The Basilica of Eger is also named Saint Michael and Saint John cathedral. The building is also the cathedral of the archdiocese of Eger, which means the bishops and the archbishop do their everyday tasks here. The Basilica of Eger is considered to be the second largest religious building in Hung...
Unique archaic atmosphere The Archdiocese Library of Eger was established by Károly Eszterházy in 1793, already from the beginning it was meant to be public, very rare at that time. The opening had been preceeded by thorough book collection since the second half of the 1760s, when professors were...
The impressive Baroque style Archbishop's Palace Cultural, Touristic and Visitor Centre offering a special church arts exhibition opened its gates to visitors in February 2016. In the exhibition you can have a glimpse in the every day life of bishops, archbishops who financed architectural c...
Fancy a Hammam? The Turkish Bath in Eger is a little time travel to the past: the oldest pool of the bath, the Turkish pool was built in 1610! The most special pool of the building is the Big Mirror Pool the magic of which is given by the ornamented golden dome arching above it. Once it is e...
The legendary cellar system of Eger Following the Turkish occupation bishop György Fenessy having returned to Eger did not want to live in the castle any more, but rather bought two building sites in the civic town and the tuff stones necessary for the construction of the palace were extracted fr...
One of the nicest Baroque churches in Europe Saint Anthony of Padua church is considered one of the nicest buildings of Baroque church architecture, it is mostly named Minorite church. It was consecrated in honour of Saint Anthony in 1771. Its designer was Kilian Ignaz Dientzenhofer, the architec...
Where Stars of Eger (title of the English version: Eclipse of the Crescent Moon) novel was born Géza Gárdonyi's house is open to the public even today. Be a guest at the writer, experience the special atmosphere of the house and admire the big carved table where, besides many other novels, t...
The Marcipan museum is a real heaven for those having a sweet-tooth. The collection consists of about 150 objects made of sugar mass and its main attraction, the Baroque Room at the end of the museum, where - from the wallpaper and the curtain to the stove - everything is made from sugar. It took...
Turkish bathing culture - or choosing wife in a Turkish way Nowadays can only be seen the ruins of Valide Sultana hamam, but a contemporary Turkish travelogue says it used to be a really impressive building with a red dome, pleasant water. The meaning of the name is: the Sultan's mother. ...
The name of Sándor Ziffer, painter of Eger, in a curious way, is much better known abroad than in Hungary. His work has been shown all over Europe, he has had exhibitions in Berlin, Munich and Paris among others, and his pictures were sold at very high prices at auctions. In honour of the painter...
Modern and contemporary art centre in the historical centre of Eger Interactive exhibition of the legacy and oeuvre of George Kepes, internationally renowned artist and theorist, as well as the effect of Kepes’ art and philosophy on contemporary art, in the largest art exhibition space of North H...
The new town under the town is a multi-level underground world where the visitor can choose from several options. Time tunnel A particularly entertaining historical stand-up comedy, where we fly into the past with the help of a time machine, and then, traveling between different eras, we can w...
See what you can't see! "The Invisible Adventure." Visitors can learn about the world of the blind people at the exhibition. The 45-50 minute visit takes place in complete darkness, in one of the famous cellars in Eger. The aim of the exhibition is to bring sighted and non-sighted peopl...
Fireman Museum of Eger introduces the values of fireman history and technical achievements of the present in exciting, interactive way. Besides the permanent exhibition also a playhouse and a playground is waiting for children where those interested can even try themselves as firemen! Firemen Mus...
The Eger Sports Museum opened its doors in 1993 in the building of the former county prison Visitors can learn about local, Hungarian and international sports history in 12 rooms on three floors. The exhibited objects were created by the father of the museum, dr. Collected by Ferenc Székely. O...
Past that comes to life, past that is necessary for life... Crafts and industrial history exhibitions can be viewed in the museum.
The famous Fazola Gates When walking on Kossuth Lajos street you must see the wonderful Fazola Gates! The richly ornamented entrance decorates the building of the County Hall standing at the crossroads of Kossuth- and Egészségház streets. Already the gate opening to the street is worth mentio...
Serbian Church or Greek Orthodox Serbian Church is situated in a hill next to the historic city centre. The church was completed in 1799 designed by János Povolni in Late-Baroque style. It was renovated in 1979, now it functions as a museum as well waiting for tourists and visitors. The building ...
Immaculate Conception Franciscan Church of Our Lady The church with two towers, a straight sanctuary, and a sub-church is one of the largest in terms of size and art-historical value. The sanctuary of the church was built between 1736-1746, its nave between 1750-1753, the entire building was c...
Church of St. Bernard of Cistercian St. Francis of Borgia Baroque-Rococo monument, the furnishings of which have survived in their entirety from the 18th century. The foundation stone of the church was laid in 1700, but construction began only in 1731. The building was finally completed in 1743. ...
The Servite order arrived at Eger from its Austrian province after the Turks had been expulsed. It was they who revived Mary-pilgrimage organised in honour of Mater Dolorosa. The main feature of the order is that they were formed in honour of Virgin Mary, and their main tasks are to take care of san...
The special swimming pool of Eger Aladár Bitskey a double-silver medalist European champion Hungarian swimmer was born in Eger. He won his first European champion silver medal in 100-m backstroke in 1927. After World War II he taught the local youth the basics of swimming. To...
The only Beatles collection in Middle-Europe An outstanding example of how colourful Eger is the latest favourite exhibition of the town: Egri Road Beatles Museum. This is the only one Beatles collection in Middle – Eastern Europe, but such a collection is rare in other parts of the world as well...
A pedestrian underpass, where street art artists can paint freely The legal graffiti wall is located next to Eger Castle, in a pedestrian underpass. Passing under a railway track and a road, this underpass connects the campus of the University of Eger with the historic downtown. Almost the ent...
Agria Park awaits its customers with air-conditioned interiors and nearly 100 shops, including many world brands There are also many opportunities for relaxation: three-screen multiplex cinema, fitness room of more than 600 m2 and the country's first library in a mall. The Eger Tobacco Fac...
Multiscreen multiplex cinema in the Agria Park Shopping Center Going to the cinema is a great way to spend a pleasant evening with friends or family.
An excellent entertainment option in the downtown of Eger. The bar, which is open seven days a week, offers two bowling alleys and two pool tables for those who want to relax. LONDON BAR & BOWLING is the perfect venue for gatherings of friends, family or company events. Its separate room can a...
Exhibition in the birthplace of General János Lenkey, at the House of Freedom museum. The exhibition commemorates the career of János Lenkey, with the help of historical and literary aspects. In addition, there are copies of relics related to his brother, Colonel Károly Lenkey, and other famous p...
Try the latest trend: Axe throwing! Tired of traditional entertainment? It's time to try something really cool! Come and experience the thrill as you throw the ax at the target! This challenge is guaranteed to get you going, whether you come alone or with a group of friends! A perfec...
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