World Water Day has been celebrated every year since 1993, following an initiative by the United Nations. This day not only draws attention to the global water crisis and the importance of access to clean drinking water, but also encourages action — it is our shared responsibility to preserve this irreplaceable natural treasure.
The history of the Esztergom Mosque and the Verpech Tower is closely connected to water. The spring rising in the area, as well as the Danube flowing at its feet, made this place livable and strategically important for centuries.
On this day you can discover:
- how watermills worked
- the exciting history of crossing the Danube
- the Renaissance water machine
- and Ottoman bathing culture
What can you expect on this day?
- With the help of a mill model, you can understand how it works — and even grind and sift grain yourself!
- You can learn about the history and operation of the Renaissance water machine.
- On a terrain model, you can follow how people and livestock crossed the Danube.
- You can assemble an old map of the Danube.
- You can discover why water and bathing are so important in Ottoman culture, and how this connects to the history of the site.
We welcome both children and adults with exciting and playful activities — an experience of discovery and shared reflection on the past, present, and future of water.
Saturday, 21 March 2026
10:00–16:00
Esztergom Mosque and Verpech Tower
Let us discover together how water shaped the history of Esztergom — and how we can shape the future of water.
