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Tomb of Gül Baba and the Rosegarden

On the Buda side, as if guarding the baths once founded by the invading Turks, is the tomb (or Türbe) of Gül Baba. The Dervish meaning of Gül Baba literally translates to "Father of Roses", who, according to the legend, always wore a rose on his turban. After seizing the Buda Castle, he died during a religious thanksgiving ceremony held in the Matthias Church. The Turkish styled memorial is in itself a unique spectacle, but could also be part of a light tour of the Rosehill (Rózsadomb) through the narrow and quite streets of Buda. The terrace of the tomb offers a magnificent view over Budapest. A museum accompanies the tomb, where prayer carpets, replicas of the Koran and other Muslim objects of devotion are on display.

Category: Must sees

You can expect: Panoramic view, historic monuments

Estimated time you will spend there: 30 mins

Best to visit: Good weather, daytime

Location: Buda side, Rózsadomb

Places of interest nearby: Margaret bridge, Margaret Island

Public transport: HÉV (Suburban rail), Bus 91, 191, Tram 4,6 - Margit híd budai hídfő (10 mins. walk)

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Mecset utca 14., 1023 Budapest
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