Due to our small delay on the border, we arrive a bit late but that is nothing to stop sweet Niki greeting us with a huge smile and warm hug.
Here’s the dollhouse view from Niki’s adorable place. I personally love the men at work making there sandwiches on the job site.
Our day in the city of Budapest was complimented with amazing weather, perfect for a bike ride!
Tempting… But we went solo this ride.
Here are a few photos on the way to the local market.
Market time! We locked up the bikes and went for a walk.
This is not my favorite part of the market, but I’ll add a few pics to give you an idea. Imagine the smell of this isle… I’ll stick to the fresh fruit!
Next is a quick walk to stop for lunch.
No need to debate if we were up for the challenge to visit the Citadel, a 19th century fortress that sits on top of Gellert Hill. This trek is generally done by foot at a nice pace or in a bus creeping up the windy slopes. A bus? No way! We’ere hauling our bikes to the top of this thing if it takes all day! We don’t even let a slipped chain slow us down…Marshall to the rescue!
Marshall caught me cracking up at the fact that my camera wasn’t even on for the first few pictures (not seen here) that he took on the bridge.
This is where there are supposed to be a bunch of photos of us riding through beautiful greenery, and dirt paths, pushing up stairs and carrying our bikes up rock filled hills. Well, I was too busy doing all of those things so let’s just jump to the pictures at the top!
Of course this was the prime choice for the handstand shot!
“Buda” on the left and “Pest” on the right.
As if the artillery side wasn’t interesting enough, this young girl hidden away stopped me in my tracks. Not necessarily her amazing art piece, but just the entire energy that surrounded her and the painting in front of her.
What’s this? Don’t mind if I do! I must give huge credit to my amazing photographer Marshall, I had no idea he captured so many cool shots. Thanks pal!
After dominating the climb and enjoying the view we headed down to cross the famous chain bridge. Some photos along the way…
Brake… Hey look, it’s a Vegas sign! (For those of you just joining us, that’s where Marshall and I met).
Made it to the base of the bridge to find more stairs. We love stairs!
I forgot that I had left my camera on a this stormy effect. Glad I did, nice pics Marshall!
I would have been totally satisfied just seeing this beautiful city during the day, but energetic Niki was determined to get us out during sun down. The first evening we got to meet one of her good friends Balasz, one of the nicest, most knowledgeable tour guides I’ve come across so far.
Then we got to reunite with our buddy Jay! He was from the “Salzburg” post as one of the Irish Pub guests that helped us keep it going!
Here are the only night shots I snagged from two fantastic evening out. Entertainment full of unique clubs, Irish Pubs and outdoor lounges.
Check out the ladies room I found at one of the clubs… I feel sorry for the girls who had high heels.
Hungry on the walk home? Forget the slice-o-pizza, it’s a hummus bar!
Fun is up in Budapest as it’s time to make our way to Czech Republic. With the signs ahead, we have our stickers ready just in case Mr. Patrol man is doing his job (please see previous post).
Next stop, Prague!
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