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St. George Residence *****
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Within easy walking distance is the Museum of Military History, the National Archives of Hungary and the House of Hungarian Wines. Throughout the area are numerous shops, cafes and entertainment venues that will appeal to travellers of varied interests.
The Castle district is regarded as the most representative and impressive part of historic and present-day Budapest. Surprising to some visitors is the unusual town, the Labyrinth of Budavár, which runs beneath the Castle district. It consists of a 12,000-metre long labyrinth of natural water-carved caverns, caves and underground cellars and wells.
Both the Castle district and the Royal Palace host several museums and art collections including that of the Hungarian National Gallery which attracts thousands of visitors each year. Located in the inner courtyard of the Royal Palace are the National Széchenyi Library and the Museum of History. Here also on public display are excavated architectural artefacts from the ruins of the Royal Palace and sculptures from the Anjou era. Throughout the year – but especially in summertime – the Castle Theatre offers a colourful repertoire of dance performances. The Castle district also hosts festivals featuring handicraft and wine as well as unique cultural programmes.
