Széchenyi Hill, Mountain summit in District XII, Budapest, Hungary
Széchenyi Hill is a summit in the Buda Hills formed by dolomite and limestone rock from the Triassic period. The elevation offers views of the surrounding area and is accessible through several rail lines and walking paths.
In the 1950s, Hungary's first television transmission tower was constructed on the hill, transforming national broadcasting technology. This infrastructure allowed Budapest to connect with the rest of the country.
The name honors a prominent 19th-century Hungarian reformer. Today it serves as a popular destination where families ride the Children's Railway and enjoy views across the city.
The hill is easily reached by the Cogwheel Railway from Városmajor or the Children's Railway from Hűvösvölgy station. Walking paths connect various points and let visitors explore at their own pace based on their fitness level.
From 1915 to 1951, the hill hosted Budapest's first golf course, where the city's first championship was held in 1922. This refined sporting facility faded from the landscape after World War II.
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