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Gödöllõ
If we leave the capital heading
northeast, after 30 km we arrive in the town
of Gödöllõ,
renowned for its association with Queen Elizabeth,
wife of Franz Joseph, emperor of the Austro-Hungarian
Monarchy.
The restored Baroque palace,
originally the Grassalkovich Mansion, was the
favorite residence of the queen, familiarly
known by the Hungarians as Sissy.
This truly imposing palace lovingly restored
to its original glory has a fascinating exhibition
and regularly hosts cultural events and festivals.
The
second high era of the palace, the so-called
Royal era began in 1867. During the reconstruction
of the building, the needs of the royal couple
were in all respect taken into consideration.
Comfort and practical purposes were aimed at
when furnishing the suites. The walls of the
apartment of Francis Joseph were covered with
gray silk, the furniture had a yellow leather
upholstery.
In the beginning, the suite of the Queen was
characterized by her favorite color, violet.
During the 1879 renewal, the color of the silk
wallpapers and upholstery was changed for red.
The presence of the favorite color is of special
importance this room since the furnishings here
are meant to be suggestive of the Queen's complex
personality. The faithfully arranged interiors
also tell us about the history of Hungary and
the persons of Francis Joseph and the Queen.
As there are only a few items left from Gödöllõ,
the personal objects of the royal couple, originating
from other places, are also exhibited here.
Gödöllõ
City Tour:
We are providing you with Gödöllõ
city tour on your request. There is suburban
train (HEV) from Örs
Vezér Square departing every 15 minutes
to Gödöllõ.
There is also
train from Keleti train station which
departs every 30 minutes to Gödöllõ
and it takes about 30 minutes.
The price for Gödöllõ
tour is 100 Euro, no mater
for how many persons.
Online Reservation Request
for Gödöllõ
City Tour:
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