Budapest District I, Medieval district on Castle Hill, Budapest, Hungary
Budapest District I spans the western bank of the Danube with cobblestone streets, grand buildings, and historical monuments throughout its territory. The area combines narrow, winding lanes with open squares and displays varied architectural styles from different periods on nearly every corner.
The district formed in 1873 when Pest, Buda, and Óbuda unified into a single city, becoming one of the first ten municipal divisions. This merger reshaped the area's role and established it as a central part of the new metropolis.
Matthias Church anchors the area with its Gothic design and religious artworks that visitors encounter throughout its interior. The space draws people who wish to see how faith and art have shaped this corner of the city.
The district is easily reached via metro stations at Batthyány tér and Széll Kálmán tér, with numerous bus and tram connections to other neighborhoods. The western riverside is best explored on foot, as the streets are narrow and vehicle traffic is best avoided.
The Rudas Bath preserves Turkish bathing traditions spanning centuries and allows visitors to soak in thermal waters while gazing across the river. This historic facility demonstrates how different cultures merged within the city.
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