Corvinus University of Budapest

Budapesti Corvinus Egyetem, formerly Budapest University of Economic Sciences

Established in 1920. This is the university's main building — now part of the [UNESCO] Heritage Site, It was finished in 1874, planned by Miklós Ybl in Neo-Renaissance style. The building originally was called "Vámház" (Customs House) and "Fővámpalota" (Chief Customs Palace). The building was connected to ports of the Danube by four tunnels. It had a railroad connection. During World War II the Hungarian, German and Soviet troops used the building as a military base. The Customs House suffered serious damage during the war. In 1948 it became the main building of the University of Economical Sciences, colloquially known as 'Közgáz'. It underwent major renovations in 1950 and later in 1989-1990. Much of the education of the business faculties (Faculty of Business Administration, Economics, Social Sciences) takes place in the main building. This is the location of the rector's offices as well.- See more at Budapest chapter. Formerly Budapest University of Economic Sciences)

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Address

IX. Fővám tér 8.

Getting there

Next to the Grand Market Hall. 'Fővám tér'; tram 2, 2B, 23, 47, 48, 49; bus 15; trolleybus 83

Hours

Welcome Office Mon-Fri 09:00-12:00

Website

uni-corvinus.hu (opens in a new tab)