Budapest, the Pearl of the Danube on rocky waters

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Published on 17/05/11 - Updated on 17/03/22

Hungary became part of the European Union in 2004 and as of 1 January of this year, it is at the head of the international organization for a rotating six-month period. The city’s hotels are expecting a much-needed 40,000 visiting politicians and decision-makers during the six-month presidency because Budapest, otherwise known as the Pearl of the Danube, seems to be swimming in rocky waters.

Ern? Rubik was born in Budapest in 1944. The former lecturer at the Academy of Applied Arts and Crafts in Budapest was trying to create an object that would illustrate his theories in 3D design to his students. Little did he know that he was about to invent one of pop culture’s most recognizable...

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