As part of Viking excursion, they took us to the historic city of Pecs. First, we visited the Cathedral Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul (also called Pécs Cathedral). Pécs Cathedral is an important cultural, architectural, and artistic landmark, and illustrates the reach of Italian, German, and French cultural influences in the region, and has nineteenth-century art by renowned German artist Karoly Lotz and Hungarian Romantic painter Bertalan Szekely. This is one of the most beautiful cathedral we have seen in Eastern Europe.
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| Pécs Cathedral |
Then the local guide took us to the main square “Szechenyi Ter”. It is in the Pecs City Center (also called Pecs Belvaros) to admire Baroque Trinity Column, the Zsolnay Fountain, the City Hall and the former Mosque of Pasha Qasim.
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| Szechenyi Ter |
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| Szechenyi Ter |
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| Szechenyi Ter |
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| Szechenyi Ter |
Then, they took us to visit the Cella Septichora Visitor Centre. This remarkable site showcases early Christian tombs and is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2000. As you explore this ancient burial ground, you'll be enchanted by its stunning 4th-century architecture and rich historical significance.
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| Cella Septichora Visitor Centre |
Later, we had free time for more photos and shopping in the Pecs City Center.
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| Pecs City Center |
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| Pecs City Center |
In the afternoon, we enjoyed the afternoon 'tea time' provided by Viking in the lounge. |
| Afternoon Tea |
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| Afternoon Tea |
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