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Of all the Mittel-European capitals along the Danube, none is so defined by its waters as Budapest. Lined by Habsburg-era apartment buildings, spanned by graceful bridges, the river runs through the city's heart. From the Romans to the Soviets, successive occupiers have left their mark on its banks. Yet despite its architectural heritage, a lack of strategic vision means the Danube is under-used.
Writer: Adam Lebor
Budapest
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