Vác, Medieval episcopal town near Danube River, Hungary
The town center features a triangular main square surrounded by Baroque buildings, a cathedral modeled after Saint Peter's Basilica in Rome.
Founded in the 11th century as a Roman Catholic bishopric, Vác experienced numerous conflicts including Ottoman occupation from 1541 to 1684.
The Tragor Ignác Museum displays archaeological artifacts from Roman times through medieval periods in the former episcopal palace of the city.
Visitors reach Vác within 40 minutes by regular trains departing from Budapest Nyugati station, making it suitable for day excursions.
The city houses Hungary's only triumphal arch, constructed in 1764 for Empress Maria Theresa, who never actually passed through it.
Location: Vác District
Elevation above the sea: 146 m
Shares border with: Tahitótfalu, Pócsmegyer, Kosd, Rád, Vácduka, Csörög, Sződliget
Website: http://vac.hu
GPS coordinates: 47.77528,19.13111
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:45
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Vác Cathedral
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Triumphal Arch of Vác
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Church of the Whites
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Stadion Városi Vác
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Episcopal Palace (Vác)
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