sights & culture
Kolodko statuette appears in Veszprém – now locals need to name him!
Standing guard by Heroes' Gate in Veszprém, a new figurine by guerrilla sculptor Mihail Kolodko echoes local history – and needs to be named by locals! Look out for two more soon to appear in town!
Upcoming events
In a Nutshell – Nutcracker Suite
‘In a Nutshell’ is an adaptation of the revered ‘Nutcracker Suite’ to be performed at the Imre Kálmán Culture Centre in Siófok on Saturday, 21 December.The Székesfehérvár Ballet Theatre will perform...
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6-7 September 2019
Top lists
3 historic trains for steam enthusiasts to admire around Lake Balaton
The rail history of Lake Balaton is written in steam – here are three vintage locomotives stationed at prominent locations at major resorts, each with its own tale to tell.
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7 great lakes near Balaton
Lake Balaton has plenty of company in all shapes and sizes and they are all perfect destinations for a day trip.
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8 Balaton statues that reveal fascinating local history
These eight Balaton statues, some iconic, some lesser-known, all tell interesting stories about the lake and its history.
