Porcelain Museum of HerendThe town is most famous for its long tradition of excellent porcelain manufacturing. Founded in 1826, Herend Porcelain is one of the world's largest ceramic factories, specializing in luxury hand painted and gilded porcelain. In the mid-19th century it was purveyor to the Habsburg Dynasty and aristocratic customers throughout Europe. Many of its classic patterns are still in production. After the fall of communism in Hungary the factory was privatised and is now 75% owned by its management and workers, exporting to over 60 countries of the world.
Tihany EchoThe Tihany Abbey is a Benedictine monastery established at Tihany in the Kingdom of Hungary in 1055.
The Benedictine monastery at Tihany was established in 1055 by King Andrew I of Hungary (r. 1046–1060). It was dedicated to the Holy Virgin and to Saint Bishop Aignan of Orleans. King Andrew was buried in the church of the monastery in 1060. His tomb in the crypt of the church is only grave of a medieval King of Hungary which has been preserved until now.
The church's ceiling is decorated with frescoes by Károly Lotz, depicting Faith, Hope and Love.
Balatonfured City MarketBalatonfüred is a resort town in Veszprém county, in Hungary, with a population of 13,000, situated on the northern shore of Lake Balaton. It is considered to be the capital of the Northern lake shore and is a yachting destination.
Lake Balaton and Herend Porcalain (Full-Day Private Tour)
Lake Balaton and Herend: Private Day Tour from Budapest
