The 17th FINA World Championships were held in Budapest, Hungary
Budapest has welcomed those attending the 17th FINA World Championships in the course of a gigantic multidisciplinary performance involving approximately 700 artists, 220 volunteers and young athletes taking place on four floating barges of 1600 tons in the heart of Budapest. The spectacular show -worthy of an international sporting event- was followed by millions of viewers worldwide showcasing Hungarian culture and attractions of the city.