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• Gödöllő Palace, Habsburg Opulence in Rural Hungary

  By Julie Callahan on August 1, 2014 • ( 0 )

  

  A day trip to Godollo, Hungary to view the opulent Hapsburg palace and hunting lodge.

• The Hungarian Parliament Building

  By Julie Callahan on July 27, 2014 • ( 4 )

  

  The diminutive country of Hungary, weighing in at just under 10 million people, is home to the third largest parliament building in the world. Consequently, some Hungarians have coined the phrase, “little country, big parliament” (to which a few add… Read More ›

• Why DO I Write This Blog?

  By Julie Callahan on July 25, 2014 • ( 2 )

  

  A few months ago, I created a “Start Here” for The World in Between. After 155 posts, I needed something to describe who I am and what my blog is about. The “Start Here” section helps readers catch up quickly… Read More ›

• Reminders of Jewish Life in Mád, Hungary

  By Julie Callahan on July 19, 2014 • ( 35 )

  

  If you arrive in Mád by train, expect a tepid welcome. As we stood on the platform, the town sign loomed threateningly over the tiny rail station. Alongside the road to the village, an abandoned factory, one of thousands strewn… Read More ›

• The Stations of the Cross: Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia

  By Julie Callahan on July 17, 2014 • ( 1 )

  

  Last week, I noticed my Facebook page photo is different from my standard social media picture. As I looked at it, I recalled Ryan’s words, “Hey mom, you need a new picture – don’t use one from work, OK? Take… Read More ›