Robert Capa Contemporary Photography Center


Named after the Hungarian-born photographer and Magnum Photos cofounder Robert Capa (born Endre Friedmann; 1913–54) and housed in a renovated cultural centre dating back 100 years, the centre seeks to show the best in contemporary visual arts in changing exhibitions. the excellent special exhibits change quarterly.


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