Párizsi Nagy Áruház, Department store on Andrassy Avenue, Budapest, Hungary
Párizsi Nagy Áruház is a department store on Andrássy Avenue in Budapest, extending across multiple floors in a grand building with marble columns. The interior features gilded staircases and ornate ceramic decorations throughout.
The building was built in 1882 and reconstructed after a fire in 1911 while maintaining its grand character. In its early years, it was a thriving commercial enterprise with multiple departments serving the city.
The name references Parisian style and fashion, a concept that arrived in Budapest at the end of the 19th century. Visitors can still see the grand staircases where wealthy shoppers once made their purchases.
Visitors can enter directly from Andrássy Avenue and explore the various shops and cafe throughout the building. The location is easy to find and access from the main boulevard.
The building once featured an innovative rooftop terrace that became an ice skating rink during winter months. This unusual feature made it a popular destination for recreation in the city.
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