Budapest District IV, Administrative district in northern Budapest, Hungary
Description
Budapest District IV is an urban area in the city's north covering residential neighborhoods, industrial zones, and distinct sections like Megyer and Káposztásmegyer. The district connects these varied parts through a network of streets, trams, and local infrastructure that serve the daily needs of its residents.
History
The district began in 1838 when Isaac Lowy purchased land from the Károlyi family to establish a settlement that grew from a handful of Jewish families. Over the following decades, the area developed into an urban center with growing commerce and manufacturing activity.
Culture
The Queen of Heavens Church, Synagogue of Újpest, and Water Tower stand as architectural landmarks representing the religious and social development of the district.
Practical
The M3 metro line terminates at Újpest Városközpont station, offering direct connection to downtown Budapest. Local buses and trams also run through the district, making it easy to reach different neighborhoods on foot or by public transportation.
Did you know?
The Beschorner workshop, based in this district, created bronze sculptures that can be found in prominent locations across Budapest. This metalworking tradition left an enduring mark on the city's artistic landscape.
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Megyeri Bridge
4.5 km
Újpest railway bridge
1.3 km
Aquaworld Budapest
4.4 km
Saint Michael Church
2.2 km
Water tower (Újpest)
1.8 km
Palotai-sziget
1.6 km
Tungsram strand
2.3 km
Újpest town hall
689 m
Újpest Synagogue
494 m
Our Lady of Hungary Church, Rákospalota
2.8 km
Church of Scientology of Budapest
1.8 km
Queen of Heavens Church, Újpest
622 m
Synagogue (Rákospalota)
3 km
House of Reconciliation
4.2 km
Holy Trinity Church in Káposztásmegyer
2.7 km
István út, 18
635 m
Kulin Observatory
1 km
Angyalföld tram depot
1.8 km
Headquarters of the National Public Health Center in Budapest
2.3 kmÚjpest Homoktövis Nature Conservation Area
4.3 km
Szent József-templom
1.6 kmVulpecula observatory
2.5 kmBéke
2.3 kmHorn Gyula
2.5 kmPartizán
1.3 kmLebegés
1.1 kmTűzoltók hősi emléke
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