We left the boat immediately after breakfast in order to beat some of the crowd that would be descending on this city center later in the day. Our bus was not able to take us past all the usual sights that are shown to the tours but that is because today is the biggest, greatest, national holiday festival in Hungary. Today is the feast of Saint Stephan! Celebration today. Many streets were closed and squares blocked as marching bands, mounted Hussars, and folkloric groups gathered for a huge parade.
We did exit the bus at the Palace and Castle. And walked all through it. Because of the holiday there were arts and crafts booths and throngs of revelers. (I was posting this when we lost internet connection. So I am home now and have four more days to fill you in on and lots of pictures to post! Lots!)
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