Statue of St Stephen
Statue of St Stephen
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Neighborhood: District I / Buda
The historical center to a city with a multifarious and intricate past, Buda has some of the most outstanding buildings in Europe and an enviable natural landscape with stunning views onto the Danube. Centered around the Royal Palace, it provides a glimpse into the golden years of the Austro-Hungarian empire and the lives led by the aristocracy at the time. Matthias Church, beside the palace, hosted many events attended by the royal family and was the chosen place for the coronation of Franz Josef, one of the Hungarian Habsburg kings. Having admired the palace and the church, a visit to Buda will be unforgettable by the stunning and memorable panorama over Pest offered by the seven towered Fishermen’s Bastion.
How to get there
- Batthyány tér • 8 min walk
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- Neil KLiverpool, United Kingdom828,871 contributionsFabulous equestrian statueOne of the best statue's in the city is Statue Of St Stephen up on Fisherman's Bastion. St Stephen Statue depicts the first king of Hungary sat astride his war horse wearing the Hungarian crown and coronation mantle ,this was the king who United the various tribes of the Magyar's and established Christianity . This very impressive statue was erected in 1906 ,the work of sculptor Alajos Stróbl,it's a very photogenic statue ,if you're up on Fisherman's Bastion it's a statue to most definitely check out .Visited November 2023Traveled with friendsWritten November 25, 2023
- Kamal PByron Bay, Australia9,512 contributionsA monument that was showing the sculpture artists brillianceWhat I observed was the attention given by the sculpture artist to the smallest detail of the statue to create this magnificent work of art depicting St. Stephen 1 on horseback. Closer look of the statue reveals the minute details that were incorporated into the intricate decorative work done. For example, the mane of the horse, the drapes of St. Stephan’s cloak, his facial expressions, details of decorative saddle etc. were some easy to recognise components of the monument. Worth noticing these.Visited July 2023Traveled with familyWritten May 12, 2024
- TravelingSoccerLoonSaint Paul, Minnesota6,360 contributionsHungary's 1st King, Equestrian Statue at Fisherman's BastionThe magnificent equestrian statue of St Stephen (St Istvan) has been located at Fisherman's bastion next to Matthias Church since 1906. St Stephen was Hungary's 1st King from 1001 to 1038 and is credited with bringing Christianity to the kingdom. Fisherman's Bastion offers amazing views of the city below.Visited September 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten August 26, 2024
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DuncanTCH
East Greenbush, NY1,499 contributions
Aug 2022
The status of St Stephen in front of the fisherman’s bastion is truely beautiful, both in its construction and in its location. Overlooking the entire area, offering protection and leadership, the statue is lovely and has been perfectly restored. Just be advised that restoration/construction continues all around the statue, so definitely mind your step!
Written November 12, 2022
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phat_dawg_21
Alpharetta, GA17,369 contributions
Jul 2022
The Saint on horseback is the largest statue in the area surrounding the Fishman’s Bastion. Stephen was the King who united the Magyar tribes to create the country of Hungry. He also established Christianity in Hungry at the beginning of the 11th century.
Written September 15, 2022
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Neil K
Liverpool, UK828,871 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
One of the best statue's in the city is Statue Of St Stephen up on Fisherman's Bastion.
St Stephen Statue depicts the first king of Hungary sat astride his war horse wearing the Hungarian crown and coronation mantle ,this was the king who United the various tribes of the Magyar's and established Christianity .
This very impressive statue was erected in 1906 ,the work of sculptor Alajos Stróbl,it's a very photogenic statue ,if you're up on Fisherman's Bastion it's a statue to most definitely check out .
St Stephen Statue depicts the first king of Hungary sat astride his war horse wearing the Hungarian crown and coronation mantle ,this was the king who United the various tribes of the Magyar's and established Christianity .
This very impressive statue was erected in 1906 ,the work of sculptor Alajos Stróbl,it's a very photogenic statue ,if you're up on Fisherman's Bastion it's a statue to most definitely check out .
Written November 25, 2023
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RandyRoss
Ridgetown, Canada12,815 contributions
Dec 2022
Located in Trinity Square, along with Fisherman's Bastion and Matthias Church, is this magnificent statue of Stephen I of Hungary, the first king of Hungary. Stephen I is also known as St. Stephen; he was canonized in 1083 in part because he discouraged pagan customs and promoted Christianity.
It's hard to miss this impressive statue when visiting Fisherman's Bastion on Castle Hill in Budapest.
It's hard to miss this impressive statue when visiting Fisherman's Bastion on Castle Hill in Budapest.
Written February 13, 2023
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TravelingSoccerLoon
Saint Paul, MN6,360 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
The magnificent equestrian statue of St Stephen (St Istvan) has been located at Fisherman's bastion next to Matthias Church since 1906. St Stephen was Hungary's 1st King from 1001 to 1038 and is credited with bringing Christianity to the kingdom. Fisherman's Bastion offers amazing views of the city below.
Written August 26, 2024
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Kamal P
Byron Bay, Australia9,512 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
What I observed was the attention given by the sculpture artist to the smallest detail of the statue to create this magnificent work of art depicting St. Stephen 1 on horseback. Closer look of the statue reveals the minute details that were incorporated into the intricate decorative work done. For example, the mane of the horse, the drapes of St. Stephan’s cloak, his facial expressions, details of decorative saddle etc. were some easy to recognise components of the monument. Worth noticing these.
Written May 12, 2024
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jordanellie41
Longridge, UK1,138 contributions
Oct 2024 • Solo
This is a wonderful statue located next to Matthias Church. It has a white stone base with intricate figurines and lion sculptures on each corner. Under the actual statue you will find some gold leaf symbols, and to the top is St. Stephen riding his horse carved from green bronze. Fabulous monument.
Written November 29, 2024
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Fabiano
Itabira, MG2,738 contributions
Jun 2024 • Couples
Bronze equestrian statue of the first, later canonized King of Hungary, St Stephen. Its location on the top of the Buddha is magnificent and makes sense to its importance, between the Church of St. Matthias and the Fishermen's Bastion, with an amazing view of Pest. It's free.
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Written September 14, 2024
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Jo K
Worcester, UK9,021 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
You can’t miss this statue in front of the fisherman’s bastion. Bit like Disneyland but the views are amazing. Good way to see the whole area is by the electric ⚡️ mini carts. 10euro each.
Written September 29, 2022
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Tiberiu_Baranyi
Timisoara, Romania18,192 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
In the Castle district of Budapest - near the fishermen bastion and in the shadow of the Matias church the traveler will find the statue of King Stephen I - "The Holy" - the first Christian King of Hungary. He reigned from 1000 (maybe 1001 historians tend to use both years) till 1038 (the year he died).
Erected in 1906 - the work of Alajos Strobl , one of the most appreciated sculptors of its period - the statue is showing the King on horseback . The sculpture was paying a lot of attention to the details and the figure of the King is very vivid.
The pedestal of the statue is also beautifully executed , with a lot details in bas-relief - depicting important moments from the life of the King Stephen.
Overall an interesting monument definitely worth some minutes of your time and some pics.
Erected in 1906 - the work of Alajos Strobl , one of the most appreciated sculptors of its period - the statue is showing the King on horseback . The sculpture was paying a lot of attention to the details and the figure of the King is very vivid.
The pedestal of the statue is also beautifully executed , with a lot details in bas-relief - depicting important moments from the life of the King Stephen.
Overall an interesting monument definitely worth some minutes of your time and some pics.
Written April 23, 2024
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