Located in southern Hungary, a few kilometers from Budapest, Pécs is a city renowned for its cultural heritage. It was named European Capital of Culture in 2010. For almost a century, the city’s artistic scene has been remarkable. Indeed, many internationally renowned artists are associated with the city. The best-known of these are Victor Vasarely, considered one of the leaders of the Op Art movement, and Marcel Breuer, a leading figure in the Bauhaus movement. The city, which rightly identifies itself as a cradle of culture, boasts a significant artistic influence, is home to the country’s oldest university and has a rich heritage from the 150-year Ottoman occupation. Historically, Pécs was a multi-ethnic city where many cultures blended together, creating a melting pot of different values, the rich result of 2000 years of history.