Kossuth Lajos Square
Attraction
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Large city square surrounded by great public edifices including the Hungarian Parliament building.
Budapest, Kossuth Lajos tér, 1055 Hungary
Did You Know?
1927
Name Change
The square was renamed in honor of Lajos Kossuth, a Hungarian statesman and revolutionary leader, in 1927.
Parliament
Landmark
The most notable landmark of Kossuth Square is the Hungarian Parliament Building, a stunning architectural masterpiece.
2
Tram Line
The square is served by Tram No. 2, a scenic tram line that offers beautiful views of Budapest.
1956
Tragic Event
The square is also the site of a memorial to the victims of the Kossuth Tér massacre, which occurred on October 25, 1956, during the Hungarian Revolution.
