Christmas market, St. Stephens Basilica, Budapest, Hungary Dec 13, 2024

Christmas market, St. Stephens Basilica, Budapest, Hungary

St. Stephen"s Basilica is the dazzling centrepiece of one of Budapest"s iconic Christmas markets. The fair buzzes with holiday spirit, offering a mix of Hungarian craft, festive décor and local delicacies, capturing the essence of a traditional Christmas. The Advent Feast—an event held in the weeks leading up to Christmas and part of Hungary"s holiday traditions—invites guests to savour dishes like chimney cakes, stuffed cabbage and goulash soup, while the scent of mulled wine and roasted chestnuts fills the air.

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