Bálna, Commercial and cultural complex in Ferencváros, Hungary
The glass and metal structure of Bálna extends along the Danube River, combining four historical brick warehouses with modern architectural elements.
The building complex opened in 2013 after transforming nineteenth-century warehouses constructed between 1874 and 1881 into a contemporary commercial center.
The New Budapest Gallery within Bálna presents contemporary art exhibitions across 760 square meters of space, focusing on twentieth-century avant-garde works.
The establishment operates daily from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, offering shops, restaurants, galleries, and outdoor terraces overlooking the Danube River.
Dutch architect Kas Oosterhuis designed the structure to resemble a whale, incorporating curved glass panels that create a distinctive silhouette on the riverbank.
Location: Budapest District IX
GPS coordinates: 47.48366,19.06073
Latest update: October 1, 2025 21:00
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