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What used to be a celebration of 'freedom' for Hungary by the Soviet troops, was now a birthday celebration as an EU nation.
Even the weather joined in the festivities as young and old turned out at the various functions held throughout the city.
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City Park, Hero's Square, Andrassy Boulevard the Duna bridges (Chain Bridge on the photos) and the banks of the Danube were all sites of picnic, exhibits and music.