Welcome to Budapest, the Pearl of the Danube! I'm delighted to be your guide today as we explore this magnificent city's rich history, fascinating architecture, and intriguing legends. Our tour begins here at St. Stephen's Basilica in Pest and will end at the fairy-tale Fisherman's Bastion in Buda, taking us across the iconic Chain Bridge along the way.Budapest is actually three cities in one, formed in 1873 when Buda, Pest, and Óbuda unified. Each neighbourhood has its own character - Buda is built on rolling hills with winding streets and an imperial atmosphere, while Pest is flat and vibrant, the economic and cultural heart of the city.