Budapest is Hungary’s capital city divided by the river Danube. Enormous iron bridges join both banks – on the one side, Buda, the formal Royal district and the most elegant residential area and, on the other side, Pest, the commercial and financial heart of the city. Explore the city’s historical streets and you’ll discover why Budapest is called the Pearl of the Danube. Coveted by both the East and the West, Budapest’s blend of culture, art, and architecture will leave you charmed.