Gellert Thermal Baths and Swimming Pool, also called Gellert furdo or Gellert Baths, is one of the most beautiful and elegant baths in Budapest, built between 1912 and 1918 in the (Secession) Art Nouveau style. They were damaged during World War II, but then rebuilt. References to healing waters in this location are found from as early as the 13th century. A hospital was located on this site during the Middle Ages. During the reign of the Ottoman Empire, baths were also built on this particular site. Great and unique travel attractions.
GPS travel destinations: 47° 29′ 1″ N, 19° 3′ 3″ E
Gellert Hill (Gellerthegy) is 235 m high hill overlooking the Danube in Budapest, Hungary. It is part of the Ist and XIth Districts. Gellert Hill was named after Saint Gerard who was thrown to death from the hill. The famous Hotel Gellert and the Gellert Baths can be found in Gellért Square at the foot of the hill, next to Liberty Bridge. The Gellert Hill Cave is located within the hill, facing toward the Hotel Gellért and the Danube River. Budapest have interesting travel guide.
GPS tourist coordinates: 47° 29′ 11″ N, 19° 2′ 45″ E
Gellert Hill – Citadella, Budapest video:
Gellert Hill – Citadella, Budapest map and hotels:
View Larger Map
