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Hungarian State Opera House in Budapest

Hungarian State Opera House - Budapest Theaters and Performance



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Category: Theaters and Performance
Address: Budapest, Hungary



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The Hungarian State Opera House is a neo-Renaissance opera house which is situated in central Pest which is a part of Budapest. This theater was designed by Miklos Ybl who was a major figure of 19th century Hungarian architecture. The construction of the house lasted from 1875 to 1884. This auditorium holds 1261 seats and is a horseshoe shape. There are guided tours in the building in six languages each day.


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The Hungarian Opera House, also known as the Budapest Opera House is a neo-Renaissance opera house that is located in central Pest. This magnificent structure was designed by Miklós Ybl, a renowned 19th Century Hungarian architect. The construction started in 1875 and ended in 1884 under the direct supervision of Ybl himself. The construction was financed by Emperor Franz Joseph. The auditorium is decorated with more than 7 kgs of gold. The main facade is adorned by statues of world famous composers like Beethoven, Mozart and Verdi. The main entrance is decorated by wrought irons and 2 imposing sphinxes.

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