Kalocsa, Hungary Cruises

Kalocsa, Hungary Cruise Port

• Many of the attractions in Kalocsa are religious in nature, starting with the Szentháromság tér or Holy Trinity Square. The column was made in 1786 by Lipót Salm, with a statue of St. Stephen nearby. You'll also find a war memorial honoring those who fought in World War I, and a statue of Hungarian composer Franz Liszt.
   
• Near the Square is the Archbishop’s Cathedral, which has been through several renovations because of war damage. Designed by Andras Mayerhoffer and built around 1735-1754, the baroque Cathedral used to have three statues on the bridge connecting its towers; only Mary – who is the patron saint of Hungary – remains intact.
   
• A visit to the Archbishop’s Castle Library will show you some of the world’s most coveted literary treasures, including a Singalesian Bible scribed on palm leaves and an autographed Martin Luther Bible.
   
• With paprika or "red gold" as one of the town's major exports and a popular ingredient in Hungarian cooking, little wonder that the Paprika Museum is a popular draw. Along with learning about the history and production of the spice, there are paintings, religious artefacts, and handcrafted items featuring the famous Kalocsa embroidery.