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Established in 1994, THE COURSE offers exciting and innovative lectures in the History of Art, Literature, Music and Opera.
In Cultural Capitals (Budapest, Buenos Aires, Chicago, Lisbon and Monte Carlo, among the world’s most exciting and glamorous cities) Patrick Bade will explore the cultural life of these cities in periods when they were “hot”. He will take a broad view, examining architecture, visual arts, music and performing arts, social life, fashion, food and shopping.
BUDAPEST
Despite its turbulent history caught between Christendom and Islam, communism and fascism, Budapest remains one of the world’s loveliest and most enchanting cities. Much of Budapest’s special charm derives from the mighty Danube that flows through the centre of the city, dividing picturesque Medieval and Baroque Buda, perched on its craggy mountain from the urbane Pest with its broad avenues lined with Neo-Renaissance palazzi and its grand hotels and Belle Epoque cafes.