The Blue Danube

This morning I thought that I can’t come to Budapest without going on a boat trip on the Danube River.

After looking at the many available trips on on offer I settled on the “Legend” operator as they had excellent reviews. Their jetty on the river was only a 10 minute walk from my apartment so on this beautifully sunny day I was soon on board. Plenty of room on the boat and soon one of the hostesses was around to take our orders for a complimentary drink.

So with my cold beer in hand we were soon off up the Danube and past many of the places I visited yesterday.

This bus tour around the city which then cruises up the river looks fun!

After about 40 minutes we arrived at St. Margaret’s Island where you could get off for for a stroll around and get a later boat back.

Some lovely flower beds
Various bikes for hire
This couple were having their wedding photos taken in the Japanese garden on the island.
A small lake with a waterfall
The Citadel atop this hill was built with the cannons facing the city to keep the locals in order rather than keep invaders out.
On past the presidents Palace and Buda castle.
Complimentary drink on the way back
The parliament was built on the Pest side of the river to give the citizens some say in things as the presidents Palace was on the Buda side of the river
And so off for a late lunch. What will it be?
I took the safe option of pizza and a beer

And so that ends my short trip to Budapest. I had a very enjoyable time and will see you all in Italy tomorrow.

TTFN

Bibbley

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Recently taken early retirement and taking the time to travel and tick off items in my bucket list.

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