Klotild Palaces

"The northern Klotild Palace, a striking example of British neo-Baroque and eclectic architecture, stands proudly in the 5th district at Ferenciek Square. Alongside its southern counterpart, Matild Palace, it creates a symbolic gateway to the Elisabeth Bridge when viewed from Rákóczi Road. Commissioned in the 1880s by Princess Marie Clotilde, wife of Archduke Joseph Karl, the palaces were designed by architects Flóris Korb and Kálmán Giergl. The intricate details of the northern palace showcase the era's artistic craftsmanship. Its 48-meter towers are crowned with enlarged replicas of the archduke’s crown, and its glass windows were crafted in the renowned workshop of Miksa Róth. This building also introduced notable innovations to Budapest, being the first to feature an elevator and fitted with furnaces from the prestigious Zsolnay Manufacture in Pécs. Over the years, the northern Klotild Palace has served various purposes. For a long time, it was home to BÁV’s antique shop before transforming into the luxurious Buddha-Bar Hotel, blending its historic charm with modern luxury. Today, it remains a prominent landmark, embodying the city’s architectural and cultural richness."

"These baroque buildings frame the road beautifully, and are worth passing by."