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House of Terror
Museum in Budapest, Hungary
Travel Tips
Understanding the Exhibits
Exhibits are in Hungarian; consider an audio tour for a comprehensive understanding. 1
Audio guides available in most languages. Expect a moving experience. 2
Consider using the audio guide for a more comprehensive understanding of the exhibits. 3
Paying for the audio tour is recommended for a comprehensive understanding. 4
Planning and Duration
Expect a wait due to limited entry, but it's worth it. 5
Plan some time to fully absorb the exhibitions. 6
Spend a few hours to fully absorb the impactful exhibits on Hungary's political history. 7
Visitor Experience
Be prepared for a heavy but informative experience. 8
Prepare for an emotional visit; booking a guided tour in advance is recommended. 9
Prepare for an intense experience. 10
Historical Interest
A must-visit for history enthusiasts. 11
A must-visit for history buffs to understand Hungary's past. 12
A must-visit for those interested in modern history and political studies. 13
Introduction
History
- 🏛️ Building's Past: Previously used by the Arrow Cross Party and ÁVH.
- 📅 Establishment: Purchased in December 2000 by the Public Foundation for the Research of Central and East European History and Society.
- 🔨 Renovation: Fully renovated inside and out during a year-long construction period.
- 👷 Architects: Internal design by Attila F. Kovács; reconstruction plans by János Sándor and Kálmán Újszászy.
- 🎶 Background Music: Composed by Ákos Kovács, featuring a string orchestra and special sound effects.
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Exhibits
- 🖼️ Fascist and Communist Regimes: Exhibits related to Hungary's relationships with Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union.
- 🔍 Hungarian Organizations: Features the Arrow Cross Party and ÁVH.
- 🚪 Basement Cells: Examples of cells used by the ÁVH to torture prisoners.
- 🕵️ T-54 Tank: On display inside the building.
- 📜 Information Sheets: Available in both English and Hungarian.
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Visitor Information
- 🕰️ Opening Hours: Open from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, closed on Easter Monday.
- 🎧 Audio Guides: Available in English, German, Spanish, Russian, and Italian.
- 🌐 Website: Official website is https://www.terrorhaza.hu/en.
- 📍 Location: Andrássy Avenue 60, Budapest, Hungary.
- 🚶 Accessibility: The museum is accessible to visitors with disabilities.
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Controversies
- ⚖️ Historians' Criticism: Some argue the museum excessively portrays Hungary as a victim of foreign occupiers.
- 📊 Exhibit Space: More space is given to the terror of the communist regime than the fascist one.
- 🕵️ Hungarian Contribution: Critics say the museum does not sufficiently recognize the contribution of Hungarians to the regimes.
- 🕰️ Duration of Regimes: The German occupation and fascist regime lasted less than a year, while the communist period lasted forty years.
- 🏛️ Holocaust Museum: The Hungarian Holocaust has its own dedicated museum.
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Notable Visitors
- 👤 Zbigniew Brzezinski: Praised the institution.
- 👤 Francis Fukuyama: Noted visitor.
- 👤 Hayden White: Praised the institution.
- 👤 Viktor Orbán: The museum was set up under his government.
- 👤 Mária Schmidt: Director-General of the museum.
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| Travel Information |
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| 📞 Phone: +36 1 374 2600 |
| 🌐 Website: http://www.terrorhaza.hu/ |
| 🕒 Hours: See hours |
| 📍 Address: Budapest, Andrássy út 60, 1062 Hungary |
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