Esztergom: The Town

Esztergom is one of the most historic towns in Hungary. Throughout the rich history of our town, times of bright kings, significant events, rich palaces and churches were followed by the massacre of vicious battles, the raids of Tatar and Turkish hords – devastation, followed by reconstruction.

Esztergom has the privilege of having fellow relations with nine towns and cities all over Europe including: Espoo, Párkány, Bamberg, Cambrai, Ehingen, Maintal, Gniezno, Mariazell and since October 2004, Canterbury. Please get acquainted with these towns by the following short descriptions, or visit their home page.