Introducing Nagycenk
Only 14km west of Fertőd and the Esterházy Palace, but light years away in spirit, lies Nagycenk, site of the ancestral mansion of the Széchenyi clan. No two houses - or families - could have been more different than these. While the privileged, often frivolous Esterházys held court in their imperial palace, the Széchenyis - democrats and reformers all - went about their work in a sombre neoclassical manor house that aptly reflected their temperament and sense of purpose. The mansion has been completely renovated and part of it has been turned into a superb museum dedicated to the family. It's a must for those who want to understand Hungarian history and put things in perspective.
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Last updated: Oct 6, 2008
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RE: Between Vienna and Budapest
by Dzsossz 16 September 2008
I'd love to add more, but etcap has written a very nice summary for you. Stop in Sopron, it's a lovely town. If you need a recommendatio…
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RE: Hungary or Slovakia for 4 days
by Ahmet 22 April 2008
If you don't want to drive too much, go to Bratislava is Slovakia, then in Hungary Fertod, Sopron, Nagycenk, Ferto to in Hungary or Austria.…
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Re: Hungary or Slovakia for 4 days
by Hungaryguy 20 April 2008
G'Day! Both countries are good choice, but to give you some help and advice, you maybe come to Hungary, There are a lot to see. I did…
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