Although you will not find the region named as such on a map, the Danube Bend is so named because it is forced to change its direction about 25 miles north of Budapest. It bends into an S-shape between the Borzsony and Pilis mountain ranges. This stretch of river valley, as part of the Danube-Ipoly National Park, is the most beautiful in Hungary. Roman settlements were once located here, as well as the residences of the first Hungarian kings. The current towns which line either side of the river.. Read More »

Budapest is renowned as being the location of one of the most beautiful World Heritage sites. The magic of the capital lies in the combination of its ideal location along the Danube, its natural beauty, and its outstanding architecture. It was built in the middle of the central Danube basin at the junction of the most favorable river-crossing and at the meeting-point of territories with varying geographic features. The Romans founded outposts in the city 2000 years ago because of its strategic l.. Read More »

Some History…
The Archabbey of St. Martin in the town of Pannonholma was established by Benedictine missionaries from Italy and Bohemia in the year 996. The monks came at the invitation of Duke Geza, father of St. Stephen, first king of Hungary, in order to convert the pagan Magyar peoples. St. Stephen was crowned King of Hungary on Christmas day in the year 1000, and it was during the following year that he officially established the monastery by issuing a royal charter and charging the monk.. Read More »