The 24-meter-tall pine has been standing in the garden of a family in Hajdúszoboszló for 40 years.Continue reading
As forecasted, extensive cloud cover reached the Hungarian capital on Thursday, and heavy snowfall began in and around Budapest due to sub-zero temperatures.
In the capital, snow started falling in large flakes at around 9 a.m. yesterday and covered everything in almost half an hour. The snowfall lasted for several hours, creating a beautiful winter wonderland.
Christmas tree on the square in front of St. Stephen’s Basilica. Photo: MTI/Máthé Zoltán
The Christmas tree on the square in front of St Stephen’s Basilica also looked magnificent covered in snow. The square is hosting a Christmas market called Advent Basilica, which last year won the title of Europe’s Best Christmas Market. The Christmas market is open until January 1.
Passers-by in the snow near Buda Castle. Photo: MTI/Máthé Zoltán
Snowplow at Buda Castle. Photo: MTI/Máthé Zoltán
Passers-by at Deák Ferenc Square. Photo: MTI/Máthé Zoltán
Unfortunately, the beautiful snowy landscape will not remain for today, as the National Meteorological Service has issued a second-level alert for Budapest and several Pest County districts due to the risk of persistent, several hours-long freezing rain.
Featured images: MTI/Máthé Zoltán