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Backpacker hostels in Budapest since 2003.
Brody Sandor utca 46.; Budapest, HU 1088; Hungary
E 47° 29.58324" N 19° 4.1301"
Telephone: +3612668646
FAX: +3612668646

A beautiful panorama - The Gellert Hill

Gellert Hill panorama

Gellert Hill

Named after a monk who was thrown down from this hill by barbarians, became a saint after for his sacrificing mission for Christianity. St. Gellert's statue is located on the northern side of the hill, just next to the white Elizabeth Bridge. Under this bridge you can find a mysterious black metal door where you can find some of the healthiest spring water from the hill; it stinks more as it is more healthy stuff and for a ridiculous price you can take it home if you have brought a bottle with you.
On the hilltop you can find the Citadel stands since 1849, it was built by Austrians after the fall of the Independence War 1848-49. There is a small museum inside, and of course you can walk around this fortress. Next, there is the Statue of Liberty, holds an olive-branch, preaches for the peace.
The best sight to all Buda and Pest is from here, obviously because this is the highest point of the City.
Down on the hill on the other side you can get to the Cave Chapel, and to the famous Gellért thermal bath giving you some relaxing hours inside the wide selection of pools and massage.
From here you can get to the Market Hall and the Downtown area across the green Ferenc József bridge.