Turul Monument at Bánhida

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Turul Monument at Bánhida

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Turul Monument at Bánhida, Historic monument in Bánhida, Hungary.

The Turul Monument features a bronze bird statue with a wingspan of 15 meters, standing at a high point in Tatabánya.

Sculptor Gyula Donáth created this monument in 1907, marking the importance of the Turul bird in Hungarian origin stories and national identity.

The monument represents the Turul, a mythological bird messenger of God in Hungarian folklore that guided Magyar tribes to their homeland.

The monument location provides clear views of the surrounding region and remains accessible through marked pathways from central Tatabánya.

This bronze bird statue holds the distinction of being the largest bird monument in Europe, featuring detailed craftsmanship in its design.

Location: Tatabánya

Inception: 1907

Creator: Gyula Donáth

GPS coordinates: 47.58811,18.40781

Latest update: May 14, 2025 07:17

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