Designed for the traveler who wants to understand more fully what he or she sees. Blue Guides have been published continuously since 1918 and are the most comprehensive travel guides concentrating on history, architecture and art. This guide to Budapest, perhaps the most beautiful of the Central European capitals, covers the city in meticulous detail. The depth of information and quality of research make this book the best guide for the independent cultural traveller. With high-quality maps from Blue Guides' award-winning cartography series, detailed plans, photos and illustrations, and full coverage of places to stay and eat.