Fort 13 Jilava, built in the 19th century as part of the Brialmont fortification system surrounding Bucharest, was converted after 1907 into a military and political prison. Located in Jilava, Ilfov County (just outside Bucharest), it became a detention center for political prisoners, members of the Iron Guard, and later, for opponents of the commu...
Zumbaala Wake Park is a recreational park located in Mogoșoaia, Ilfov, just a few kilometers from Bucharest. It is the perfect destination for wakeboarding enthusiasts, a thrilling water sport that combines elements of surfing and snowboarding.
The park features modern facilities, including a cable system for wakeboarding, obstacles for tricks, and...
KFC Promenada is located in Sector 1, at Calea Floreasca 246B, inside Promenada Mall, on the 2nd floor, in the food court area. Opened in 2013, it was the 50th KFC restaurant in Romania, marking an important milestone for the brand’s local expansion.
This location stands out through its modern design and fast service, being frequently visited by em...
Cernica Monastery, located just 14 km from Bucharest in Ilfov County, is one of Romania's most significant Orthodox religious sites. Founded in 1608 by the nobleman Cernica Știrbei, the monastery sits on the shore of Lake Cernica, offering a picturesque landscape and a serene atmosphere for prayer and reflection.
⛪ What Can You Discover at Cernic...
Mogoșoaia Palace, located just 15 km from Bucharest, is one of the most impressive historical monuments in Romania. Built in 1702 by Constantin Brâncoveanu, the palace is an outstanding example of the Brâncovenesque style, combining Renaissance, Ottoman and Baroque elements.
🏰 What can you visit at Mogoșoaia Palace?
The main building, with it...
Henri Coandă International Airport, widely known as Otopeni, is Romania’s busiest and most important airport, and the only one handling long-haul flights consistently. With over 14 million passengers per year, it should operate as a modern regional hub. In practice, it remains a transit point with aging infrastructure, limited space, and patchwork...
The "Marin Preda" Theoretical High School is an educational institution located in Sector 6 of Bucharest, established on September 1, 1999 by the merger of the General School no. 166 and the "Doamna Stanca" Theoretical High School. The high school building is located in a park between the Giulești and Crângași neighborhoods, with an old building co...
Therme Bucharest is a modern spa, wellness and water fun complex located in Balotești, Ilfov, just 10 minutes from Bucharest. Opened in 2016, Therme is the largest relaxation center of its kind in Europe, offering visitors thermal pools, themed saunas, water slides and wellness areas.🌴 Main areas:
Galaxy - aimed at families, with spectacular s...
Știrbei Palace in Buftea is an impressive historical monument located about 20 km from Bucharest, in Buftea, Ilfov. Built in 1863 by the Știrbei family, the palace blends Neo-Gothic architecture with classical elements, creating an aristocratic atmosphere.
🌿 What Can You Discover at Știrbei Palace?
The main building with spectacular architectural...
Hidden among the ancient forests of Vlăsia, just 30 km north of Bucharest, Ghica Palace in Căciulați is a lesser-known architectural gem with a story worth discovering. Built between 1830 and 1834 by Prince Alexandru Dimitrie Ghica, this neoclassical summer residence reflects the refined tastes of the Romanian aristocracy in the early 19th century....