Learn briefly about Budapest's formation while taking in scenes of the Hungarian capital on the Danube River
A brief look at Budapest, Hungary.
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NARRATOR: The city of Budapest was created in 1872 through the unification of the communities of Pest, Buda, and Obuda. Today Budapest is the political, industrial, commercial, and cultural center of Hungary.
The Hungarian Parliament Building, on the Danube's left bank, was modeled after London's Houses of Parliament. More than 20 percent of Hungary's population lives in the capital city.
The Hungarian Parliament Building, on the Danube's left bank, was modeled after London's Houses of Parliament. More than 20 percent of Hungary's population lives in the capital city.
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