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Hauszmann-Gschwindt Mansion (Velence)
The Meszleny family of the XVIII century. They built their first half-century mansion
in Velence, surrounded by Alajos Hauszmann 1923, one of the greatest masters of the
Hungarian eclectic rebuilt, mainly with neo-baroque style elements.
Meszleny descendants (II.) Janos possession of their gradually sold and then bought
the old family mansion also Burchard family. From them in 1913, the estate was
bought by Alajos Hauszmann architect, one of the greatest masters of the Hungarian
eclecticism.
The castle itself was built by summer house. The renowned architect of the building
was not used for a long time, since 1926, has died. His heirs sold the Budafok
Gschwindt industrialist family in the castle.
In 1954 the building was nationalized and became the tobacco industry trade union.
Since the 1960s, the resort ÉDOSZ. The area covers a group of buildings, of which the
most valuable aspect of this castle. Part of the interior of the building still remains in
its original state: Baroque fireplace in the lobby is the ceiling is covered with stucco.
The stairs lead up beautifully carved wooden staircase. The ceiling of the hall is
decorated with stucco, the corner is the original majolica stoves. The rest of the
buildings found in the area is poor. The castle park is protected linden and chestnut
trees can be found, but unfortunately, the garden overgrown with weeds and other
weeds. The park is closed, not open.
Brunszvik Palace (Martonvásár)
Already two or three hundred years before the area was inhabited Martonvasar,
deserted during the Turkish occupation, and thereafter the Beniczky family, it took
possession of Alexander Beniczky.
Older Korompai Brunswick Anthony, Maria Teresa was given the title of count and
Martonvasar estate. After his death, in 1783 the estates were distributed among the
children. By DOLNÁ KRUPÁ lot of the younger boy, Joseph Martonvasar became
Antal, where he built his son Francis of Brunswick mansion in 1785?., When the estate
was the Beniczky family owned, it was built The part of the castle, which was a singlestory Baroque mansion.
Construction of the castle in 1783 - occurred between 1785, it was one of the 11 rooms
flank 6-7 room on the opposite side of the church. Francis Brunswick in 1820, built
floors of the castle and the castle was rebuilt in classical style.
Son was built in neo-Gothic style Geza Brunswick over the castle in 1872 - in 1875.
Then, in 1893, he sold the property for a short time and was in possession of Archduke
Joseph. He has carried out renovations and four years later, in 1897, sold the castle
Anton Dreher Brewery considered, whose family owned until 1945.
The small building alterations were made in the 1920's. They staged a military hospital
on the building in 1945. From 1953 under the jurisdiction of the Academy of Sciences.
After the war damage and in the 1970s was restored Buda Aurel plans.
Festetics Palace (Dég)
The Festetics Palace is a Baroque palace located in the town
of Keszthely, Zala county, Hungary. Its construction, started by Kristóf Festetics in
1745, lasted more than a century, during which the palace, built at first on the
foundations of a ruined castle, was tripled in size, in two subsequent building
campaigns, most recently in the 1880s, to designs by Viktor Rumpelmayer, living
in Vienna. When Rumpelmayer died in 1885, the work was carried to completion by
architects Gusztáv Haas and Miksa Paschkisch. The result is one of the three largest
country houses in Hungary.
The counts Festetics were progressive landowners: Kristóf Festetics founded a
hospital, Pál Festetics established a school in the town, and in 1797, Count György
Festetics opened an agricultural college, the Georgikon, the first of its kind in Europe,
which is still in operation as a faculty of the University of Pannonia.
The library wing was built by György Festetics in 1799—1801, with guidance from
András Fischer of the Vienna Academy. Execution was entrusted to local artisans. The
dining room (now a concert hall) has stucco decor by Mátyás Vathner from the town
of Pápa. Stonework was executed by the local mason József Zitterbart, locksmithing
by a local master craftsman, József Dobrolán, tiled stoves by József Pittermann and
inlaid floors and woodwork by master carpenter János Kerbl, who was also
responsible for the fittings in the library. The book collection was made available to
students of the Georgikon. The great book collection that remains in the castle is the
only extensive aristocratic library that survives in Hungary. The result is that the
central axis of the garden front is centered on one pavilion of the corps de logis, rather
than on the prominent central tower of the extension built in the 1880s, with
prominent mansard roofs and richly framed dormer windows typical of the neoBaroque French Second Empire style, and neo-Renaissance woodwork in some of the
interiors; on the entrance side facing the town the axis remains centered on the original
baroque structure, now a flanking wing.
The elaborate expansion was carried out for Count Tasziló Festetics, who
married Lady Mary Douglas-Hamilton (1850-1922) on 2 June 1880, and who
entertained Edward, Prince of Wales in October 1885 and again in 1888, during his
"incognito" Hungarian visits, accompanied by his great friend the Duke of Hamilton,
Festetics' brother-in-law. Portraits of Festetics in tartans remain in the palace. Unlike
the surrounding area, the palace was not damaged during World War II. The palace
has housed an independent museum (Helikon Castle Museum) since 1974; it is visited
by 200,000 people each year.
The parterres in which the palace stands were extended in the nineteenth century with
a naturalistic landscape park in the English fashion. Open-air concerts are held on the
grounds during the summer.
The stable block now houses a collection of coaches and carriages.
Simontornya castle (Simontornya)
The Tower was built in the 13th century by Simon (Son of Salamon) among the
swamps of the Sió river. The name Simontornya means Simon's Tower. Nearly all
owners of the castle made some alterations throughout the centuries. The Lackfi's built
a new gothic wing in the 14th century, altered the old Tower, and added an arcaded
loggia to the back-front. After the extinction of the House of Garai in 1482, the castle
again belonged toQueen Beatrix, wife of Matthias Corvinus.
Mózes Buzlay, marshall of King Ulászló II improved the castle into a renaissance
palace with the help of Italian masters and craftsmen from Buda. After Buzlays' death
the castle was taken over by the Turks in 1545. This event marked the beginning of a
new era with an emphasis on military requirements. During the nearly 150 years
ofoccupation minor alterations and refinements were constantly being made.
Simontornya, the center of a sandjak was recaptured by Louis William, Margrave of
Baden-Baden in 1686. In just two years (1702-1704) major alterations turned the
castle into a fortress. During the revolution against the Habsburgs, led by
Prince Francis II Rákóczi, Simontornya became the stronghold of the Kuruc rebels in
southwest Hungary. The fortress was captured by the Austrian army in 1709 housing
troops until 1717. The castle fortress was later donated to the House of LimburgStirum, but, after building a new a castle, they turned the old one into a barn. It has
been used as a barn by all new owners until 1960, when archeological excavations
started.
Ozora Castle (Ozora)
Pipo Castle at Ozora is unique in Hungary – a piece of Italian Renaissance in a small
Hungarian village. The castle was built for Filippo Scolari, otherwise known as Pipo
of Ozora, who came to Hungary as a merchant’s clerk/assistant when he was 13 years
old and rose to become a renowned economist, a brilliant soldier and a distinguished
diplomat at the 15th century court of King Sigismund.
The castle contains important Renaissance furniture, fabrics and travelling trunks. Its
courtyard features a fountain that is topped with a copy of a Verrocchio putto, while
one of the walls boasts a reproduction of a Michelangelo relief. A relic of St George is
to be found treasured in the chapel. The reconstructed Renaissance kitchen provides a
fascinating glimpse into the world of medieval Hungarian kitchens, of victuallers,
cooks and servants. The armory houses a splendid display of replica weapons from the
Sigismund period. Outstanding copies of works by the great masters of the Italian
Renaissance, Verrocchio, Donatello and Michelangelo, are to be found in the knights’
hall. The castle is also home to a richly documented exhibition on the life of Illyés
Gyula, a famous 20th century Hungarian poet and novelist.
Nádasdladány Mansion (Nádasdladány)
The Nádasdy Mansion is a Tudor - Romantic style manor house designed by Istvan
Linsbauer and Alajos Hauszman for Ferenc Nádasdy. It's situated on 24 hectars in
Nádasdladány, Hungary. It dates from 1873-1876.
The walls and the ceiling of the hall are covered with carved wooden paneling, The
chandeliers and fireplace are also original.
The rooms were equipped with talking tubes (the foreunners of the telephone) and
were heated with air heating system, while gas lamp lit the halls. Every technological
innovations of the age were included in the castle.
The Nádasdy castle, the ancient home of the Nádasdy family can be found in the
centre of Nádasdladány. The building is being renovated at the moment. The work is
carried out by the State Office of Listed Monuments. Apart from this there is busy life
in the building due to the Nádasdy Academy. There are symposiums, evening
programs organized by the grandson of Count Ferenc Nádasdy, whom the school was
named after. The castle itself is also worth visiting. Nándor Hübner, architect from
Székesfehérvár, started to build the new castle commissioned by Count Ferenc
Nádasdy upon the plans of István Linchbauer, architect from Budapest. Its present
form is due to small reconstructions and time. The park of the castle was built at the
beginning of the last century upon János Kálmán's plans.