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Szekesfehervar, which means White Castle in English, is the ninth largest city of Hungary. This important city of the Middle Ages with an area of 170 square kilometers is known to be the first capital of the Kingdom of Hungary. The city is located 60 kilometers southwest of Budapest, and it is the place where the Hungarian kings was crowned and buried between the years of 1038 and 1540. Szekesfehervar, which is the center city of the Fejer region, is an important intersection thanks to its location between Lake Balaton and Velence Lake. The city, which was under the auspices of the Turks, Russians and Germans in the A.D. 10th century history journey, was recently one of the Hungarian cities that suffered agony and lost most of its people during the Second World War.

While walking through the old cobbled streets of Szekesfehervar, you will encounter magnificent statues and you will see many Baroque buildings, including the Episcopal Palace. Bory Castle, built by Hungarian architect named Jeno Bory with his own hands in 41 years, brings a mysterious journey into the Middle Ages thanks to its architecture and atmosphere. The Szekesfehervar Basilica has a crucial important place as the historical mission of the city, where the coronation and burial ceremonies are held. You will also find restaurants along with many interesting museums, such as the Archaeological Museum, the Fireman's Museum and the Toy Museum. You can go on a tour on foot or by bicycle around the city that is cheering with street musicians. If you come to Szekesfehervar between October and March, where summers are hot and winters are freezing, we recommend you bring thick clothes.

The closest airport you can take to reach the city by air is Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, the largest airport in Hungary. You can transfer to and from the airport by bus, taxi or car rental, which is 97 kilometers away from Szekesfehervar city.