Horváth M. Ferenc (szerk.): Vác The heart of the Danube Bend. A historical guide for residents and globetrotters (Vác, 2009)
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SIGHTSEEING 241 around 1909 in a resplendent art nouveau style, but its present form - painted pink - does not come near its former beauty. Further down the prom (Ady Endre Promenade), at the end of Petróczy Street leading from the cathedral down to the Danube bank, is the cast-iron dome of the Music Pavilion. It used to stand a bit further away, on the corner of the bishop's garden as a garden pavilion. Because of static problems it was removed from there and erected on the riverbank. One corner of the street is occupied by the Hübschl Villa, an early example of the use of bauxite concrete in the building industry. The designer, Kálmán Váczy-Hübschl, has been mentioned in connection with the extension of several local monuments. He was one of the first people to introduce this technology in Hungary; he built this house decorated with art nouveau motifs for himself. The house at the foot of the bishop's garden used to be a landing place. Jetties were built over the water and the market-ships left for the capital city from here. Walking along József Attila Promenade beyond the castle, we can see the trees of the Grove. The Göncöl House, the home of an NGO engaged in conservation, is nearby. They have a permanent exhibition of minerals and rocks, and they also provide professional guiding tours on the educational model path on the flood plain. Visitors need to make an appointment to take part in this programme. The Music Pavilion To make an appointment call 27/512 030 or 27/512 034. The Hübschl Villa, the first bauxite concrete building in the town I The renewed National Flag on the Danube bank
