Pools from the air
Water was on everyone’s mind as Budapest hosts 17th FINA World Championships, one of the world’s biggest events for aquatic sports. Still, Budapest has a long association with water. It has held the title “City of Spas” since the year 1934, as it has more thermal and medicinal water springs than any other capital city in the world.
Budapest’s thermal waters were enjoyed by the Romans as early as the 2nd century. During the Turkish occupation of Hungary in the 16th century, bath culture really started flourishing.
That could be the reason why, in modern times, Hungarian athletes have excelled in waterpolo and swimming events.
Take this tour of Budapest’s spectacular thermal baths, spas, and pools, presented as never before, from a bird’s eye view.
FINA 2017 Budapest
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