5:06

Ep. 08 Dec 17, 2023

The witches of Gellért- Hill

The first recorded names of the hill in the Middle Ages were Kelen-hegy, Pesti-hegy and Blocksberg. Since the 15th century, it has been called Szent Gellért hegye, referring to the legend about the death of St. Gerard. The bishop was assassinated by the pagans during the great pagan rebellion in 1046. He was put in a barrel and rolled down into the deep from the top of the hill. After the assassination of St. Gerard, the hill was not populated. The dense forest and rocks gave way to legends of witches holding their ceremonies on the hill. The following story on the Danube Streamwaves Soundmap, produced by Civil Rádió Budapest, invites you to a little hocus-pocus.

8:32

Ep. 07 Dec 17, 2023

The Jewish District

The next episode of the Danube Streamwaves Soundmap, produced by Civil Radio Budapest, takes you to Budapest’s Jewish quarter. Combining fascinating history with local art and design, as well as excellent drinking and dining spots, the Jewish Quarter is a bit of magic. The Jewish Quarter is home to three synagogues: the Dohány Street Synagogue, the Kazinczy Street Synagogue and the Rumbach Street Synagogue. As well as being home to the Conservative Jewish community, it is also an eclectic, hedonistic party center. There are many ruin pubs and restaurants here. Come with us to Budapest’s vibrant center!

7:10

Ep. 06 Dec 17, 2023

Hajógyári Island

Hajógyári Island (Shipyard Island, for the shipyard companies that once operated there) or Óbudai-sziget (Óbuda Island, or Island of Old Buda) is the largest Danubian island in Budapest. Located in District III, it is a popular recreational area, year-round. It is the home of the international Sziget Festival every August. The next episode of Danube Streamwaves Soundmap, produced by Civil Rádió Budapest, takes you on a journey through the sounds of the island.

6:23

Ep. 05 Dec 17, 2023

Baths of Budapest

Hungary is a country rich in thermal waters thanks to its favorable balneological and geothermal conditions. After Japan, Iceland, Italy, and France, Hungary is the world’s fifth thermal water capital. There are about 80 geothermal springs in Budapest. Most of the thermal baths are both historical monuments and tourist attractions. This episode of Danube Streamwaves Soundmap, produced by Civil Radio Budapest, takes you into the world of thermal waters.

3:44

Ep. 04 Dec 17, 2023

The history of Aquincum

Aquincum is a part of the 3rd district of Budapest, named after the Roman settlement of the same name that once stood here. Most of the area is occupied by Roman archaeological remains belonging to the Aquincum Museum. Aquincum was originally a Roman military camp and civilian settlement in the area of present-day Budapest. Its origins date back to the time when the Romans occupied significant areas in the second half of the first century. The written history of the Budapest area also begins with the Roman garrison of Aquincum, founded around 89 AD on the right side of the Danube near a Celtic settlement. The historic Roman ruins are the setting for this episode of Danube Streamwaves Soundmap, produced by Civil Radio Budapest.

11:41

Ep. 03 Dec 9, 2023

Great war island, a jungle in the heart of Belgrade.

Did you know that Belgrade has around 16 islands? This is a story about the biggest one of them all, the Great War Island. A unique piece of serene nature in the heart of the city on the confluence of rivers Sava and Danube. It is a home to many migratory birds and some wild animals. A sort of Belgrade’s small private jungle. In this story, you can hear how the island formed, and developed, its political and military purpose as well as what is it used for nowadays by the locals. The story was told by Vladimir Dulović. Edited and sound-designed by Dejan Tomka and Vladimir Radinović. Prepared for the soundmap by Podcast.rs.

8:10

Ep. 02 Dec 9, 2023

Čortanovci beach

Story of a village on the Danube called Čortanovci. The village is located between Belgrade and Novi Sad and has been a favorite weekend place for the inhabitants of these two biggest Serbian cities. It used to have a lovely beach and a train station that would allow weekenders to reach it quickly, but unfortunately, recent developments of the Serbian railroads have left the locals without the option to travel by train. This is a story of how the village developed as well as a story of personal history and emotion. The story was told by Vladimir Dulović Edited and sound-designed by Dejan Tomka and Vladimir Radinović. Prepared for the soundmap by Podcast.rs

6:11

Ep. 01 Dec 9, 2023

Bodrog, the boat that started World War 1

Story of Bodrog, a war boat that was used by the Austio-Hungarian army to besiege Belgrade from the Danube in World War 1. The boat is still located on the river in Belgrade and is now a museum piece. This is a story of its history and how it served many countries and many armies all while floating on the Danube in the near vicinity of Belgrade. This story was told by Vladimir Dulović. It was edited and sound-designed by Dejan Tomka and Vladimir Radinović. Prepared for the soundmap by Podcast.rs.