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Locations close to Casa Melik (Theodor Pallady Museum)

  • Education

    The French Bookstore Kyralina

    Kyralina is the only bookstore in Bucharest specialized in French literature. The space stands out for its warm and intimate atmosphere, filled with light wood tones and the subtle scent of freshly printed paper.
    The neatly arranged shelves hold over 5,000 titles in the original French (and occasionally German), along with modern translations. The...

  • Landmarks & Attractions

    Lahovari Fountain

    The Lahovari Fountain was built in the mid-19th century and was a vital water supply point for Bucharest’s residents. Known for its elegant design, it was made of limestone. The fountain blends Western and traditional architectural elements, symbolizing the modernization of Bucharest during the period it was constructed.
    The fountain has a circular...

  • Restaurants

    Trattoria Mezzaluna

    Trattoria Mezzaluna is an Italian restaurant located in the heart of Bucharest, on Calea Dorobanți, bringing the charm and authenticity of Italian cuisine to the capital. Its warm and welcoming atmosphere, inspired by traditional Italian trattorias, makes it the perfect place for romantic dinners, business meetings, or relaxed meals with family and...

  • Education

    Școala Gimnazială nr. 28

    School No. 28, located at Aleea Circului no. 1, in Sector 2, Bucharest, offers primary and lower secondary education. In the 2024–2025 school year, the school had 84 graduates.
    At the 2024 National Evaluation, students achieved an average score of 7.54, with 7.65 in Romanian and 7.44 in Mathematics.
    The school building was modernized using European...

  • Education

    „Goethe” German College

    The German College "Goethe" is a state educational institution with a tradition of over 250 years, dedicated to promoting German language and culture in Bucharest. Originally founded as a school of the Evangelical/Protestant community, the college has evolved over the centuries to become an educational landmark for the German minority and beyond. A...

  • Fast-Food

    Mesopotamia București Mall

    Mesopotamia București Mall, located in Sector 3 on Calea Vitan 55–59, brings fresh energy to the dining scene of Romania’s first modern shopping mall. Positioned on the second floor in the food court, it offers a bright, casual space—ideal for a relaxed meal between shopping stops.
    The highlight here is the rotisserie turkey and veal, recognized a...

  • Historical Sites

    Radu Vodă Monastery

    Radu Vodă Monastery is one of the oldest places of worship in Bucharest, with a history dating back to 1568, when it was founded by Radu the Great. Set on a hill overlooking the Dâmbovița River, the monastery quietly dominates the central area, offering a space for contemplation right in the heart of the city. During the interwar period, the comple...

  • Discover the city

    Știrbei Palace

    Știrbei Palace is an impressive building located on Calea Victoriei, in Sector 1, Bucharest. Built in 1835, this palace was the residence of the Știrbei family, one of the most influential noble families in Wallachia during the reign of Alexandru Ioan Cuza and in the years preceding it.
    The architecture of the palace blends neoclassical and Renaiss...

  • Education

    Școala Gimnazială "Vasile Alecsandri" – No. 118

    Școala Gimnazială "Vasile Alecsandri" – No. 118 is located in Sector 1 of Bucharest, at 32–34 Știrbei Vodă Street, near Cișmigiu Park. With a history of over 150 years, the institution initially operated under the name "Sfântul Iosif" School, later becoming the Classical Mixed High School, and, since 1963, adopting its current name. In the 1998/199...

  • Parks & Gardens

    Cișmigiu Garden (Park)

    Cișmigiu Garden (Park), located in the center of Bucharest, is the oldest public park in the capital, inaugurated in 1854. Designed by the German landscape architect Carl F. W. Meyer, the garden has been transformed over the years from a marshy area into a picturesque and attractive place with artificial lakes, shady paths and various species of pl...

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