Szinva Terrace

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Once known as Little Venice, the area now called Szinva Terrace in Miskolc was a bustling part of the city, with the Szinva Stream flowing through a broad channel between rows of houses. The stream, prone to overflow during spring melts or summer rains, flooded the city in 1878, causing extensive damage. Following this tragic flood, the stream was regulated and later redirected underground. This brought peace of mind but left the area aesthetically lacking; the once-visible waterway behind the historic buildings was turned into a parking lot in the 1950s. The transformation began in 2005 when Miskolc launched a large-scale rehabilitation project to reopen the Szinva’s channel and redesign the area as a modern urban square. Thus, Szinva Terrace was born, quickly becoming a focal point of city life. The terrace was designed to be both visually appealing and a welcoming community space for locals and visitors alike. Terraces, steps, and flowerbeds lead down to the stream, which now features an artificial waterfall. Among its highlights is the famous Lock Bridge, where couples leave locks as symbols of love, and László Kutas's bronze statue Miskolc Girls, depicting three young women in casual conversation. The buildings around the terrace mostly showcase late 19th-century eclectic architecture, although modern structures like the Lottóház, built in the 1960s, add a contemporary touch. Szinva Terrace is now a beloved meeting spot for locals and tourists, with restaurants, cafés, and a vibrant lineup of open-air events that bring the area to life.