Hungary

DVD. Explore. 25 Minutes. Hungary - Spa Tour Whether you just want to relax or you're looking for a cure for a specific ailment, a spa with natural spring thermal water is a perfect vacation choice and Hungary is just the place to be. Artic Circle - North Pole Russia is now offering those with an extreme sense of adventure a trip to the Arctic...

DVD. Global Treasures. 10 Minutes. Extending for nearly one and a half kilometres, the historic centre of Budapest and its impressive Royal Palace tower proudly over the banks of the Danube.Extending for nearly one and a half kilometres, the historic centre of Budapest and its impressive Royal Palace tower proudly over the banks of the Danube. Budapest's castle district has developed into the Hungarian capital's...

DVD. Cities of the World. 60 Minutes. The monumental Heroes' Square, the Castle district, which is part of the world's heritage, the green of the V?rosliget, the famous spas, the Statue of Freedom on the top of Gell?rt hill, the Parliament reflecting on the surface of the Danube, the graceful bridges, the shady trees of the Margitsziget, and the turmoil of the inner city together...

DVD. Vista Point. 26 Minutes. Budapest, capital of Hungary, is the pearl of the Danube and a constantly changing metropolis. Hungary was once a kingdom but then came the Turks who were followed by the Habsburgs and Maria Theresia who became `Queen of Hungary'. The historic centre of Budapest is dominated by its noble castle that towers above the banks of the Danube. A one...

DVD. Cities of the World. 60 Minutes. Pour yourselves a good glass of Hungarian wine and settle comfortably before the screen. Let us travel together through the historical territories of the Hungarian wine industry from the sunny Villany through Alfold and the foot of Bukk, from the Balaton Highlands to the Tokaj hills. Let us familiarize ourselves with the history and the present of Hungarian,...

DVD. Cities of the World. 60 Minutes. Hungary is a small country in the heart of Europe carrying a thousand year old past. Besides one of the continent's most beautiful capitals, Budapest, most of the tourists are curious about the Puszta and the traditions of horse keeping. But how Hungary can offer much more! There are the beaches of Balaton, the warm lake of H?v?z,...

DVD. Cities of the World. 60 Minutes. Lake Balaton is Europe's largest lake that is shallow and available for bathing. During the summer, the temperature of its water can reach 28-29 degrees, however it is not only a paradise for swimmers, yachtsmen and surfers, but also for anglers. The Southern coast of the 77 kilometers long lake is encompassed by the Somogy hills, while the...

DVD. Global Treasures. 10 Minutes. In 1867, after many centuries of Habsburger rule, the kingdom of Hungary was finally acknowledged as an official State and a parliament was appointed. London's Houses Of Parliament served as the model for Budapest's new parliament building. The idea was to emphasise to the Hungarian people the positive way that both democracy and the monarchy could be part of the...

DVD. Global Treasures. 10 Minutes. St. Stephen's Basilica St. Stephen's Basilica stands tall and majestic, extending high over the rooftops of Budapest, capital of Hungary. The towers of this magnificent church, which dates back to the 19th century, are 96 metres high and several tons of granite support the weight of its magnificent shining dome. Ornate paintings cover the ceilings and decorate the spacious interior...

DVD. Passport to Adventure Spas, equestrian centers, wineries &the splendors of Budapest make Hungary ideal for 5 star travel on a budget. Thermal waters enjoyed by the Romans and Turks continue to ooze up through the earth in spas all over Hungary. Romans also get credit for bringing the first grape vines to Hungary. Julie &Mark sample the legendary wines of the Tokai region and...