Английская Википедия:Castle Quarter (Budapest)

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View towards Buda Castle Hill from Citadella, in the background under building: Archduke Joseph's Palace, High Command of the Hungarian Defence Forces, Red Cross/Ministry of Foregin Affairs, Finance Ministry, Castle garage III.

The Castle Quarter (Hungarian: Várnegyed) refers to the part of Budapest located within the defensive walls of the Buda Castle complex, corresponding with the medieval royal city of Buda. Located on the Várhegy (Castle Mount), it is the oldest part of Budapest.

The center of the quarter is the area between the Royal Palace and Matthias Church.

Notable sights

Viennese Gate

Шаблон:Main The "Bécsi kapu" (Vienna Gate) is one of the medieval gates of Buda. Today, it serves as an entrance to the district.

Buda Castle

Шаблон:Main The first fortress on Várhegy was built in the 13th century. Following the devastation during the Turkish occupation the whole building complex was reconstructed. It now it hosts some notable museums and other monuments, among them the national library.[1] Dísz tér (En: Dísz Square) can be found next to the complex.

Matthias Church

Шаблон:Main A well-known church in the country. Its construction started around the same time as that of the castle. The sarcophagus of Béla III of Hungary can be seen within the building.[2] The square in front of the church is called Szentháromság tér (En: Holy Trinity Square).

Fisherman's Bastion

Шаблон:Main The bastion was built in the beginning of the 20th century. Its terrace provides a panorama view of the city.[3]

Other notable monuments

Gallery

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