Budapest is a 19th-century jewel pulsing with energy.
Margaret island is the site of two spas and outdoor concerts each summer.
The Danube Bend , where the river turns south, is one of Hungary's most picturesque regions. Just 50 minutes upriver from Budapest, its natural beauty and historic towns make it an ideal spot for a holiday. Szentendre , a small town on the Danube near Budapest, offers art galleries, theater and folklore festivals. Lake Balaton , which stretches for 50 miles, is middle Europe's largest and most picturesque lake, a resort center and major wine-growing region. Sopron , a historic mountain town near the Austrian border, features stately palaces.