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Margaret Island - Paradise in Budapest
By: Rick Chapo, Mon May 8th, 2006
The Danube River runs through the center of Budapest in Hungary.
In the middle of the city chaos lays an oasis of tranquility,
Margaret Island.
Margaret Island
Margaret Island is one of the unique elements of Budapest. The
island is located in the middle of the Danube River in central
Budapest and is a little more than 1 mile long and 500 yards
wide. With the exception of a hotel at the south end, the island
is free of cars and buildings.
Historically, Margaret Island served as a private park for
Hungarian royalty and you can see why. The island consists
mostly of paths flanked by old growth trees, rose gardens and
tailored lawn areas. Peacocks walk freely around the island and
wild ducks nest throughout the island. At the south end of the
island, you can visit hot thermal springs, walk on paths through
peaceful ponds or relax in front of tiered water cascades.
During part of the year, plays are undertaken at an outdoor
theatre.
The island is named after Princess Margaret, the daughter of
King Bela IV. If the beauty of the island is a reflection of the
Princess, she must have been one impressive woman.
These days, the island is open to the public and serves as a
recreation area. During the weekdays, workers in Budapest pour
out of the city and onto the island for lunch breaks. Only in
Budapest can you be in the middle of an active city, walk 200
feet across a bridge and be in a peaceful, forested area.
Traveling can be hectic and stressful. If you're feeling this
way in Budapest, a visit to Margaret Island should provide a
cure.
About the author:
Rick Chapo is with http://www.nomadjournals.com - makers of
travel journals. Writing journals are the perfect travel
accessories. Visit http://www.nomadjournaltrips.com to read more
travel articles and travelogues.
