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    Bordei Park

    Surface: 3.3 ha
    Main attractions: bust of the poet Nichita Stănescu, Lake Floreasca, walking paths, children's playgrounds
    What will charm you: A perfect place for a quiet stroll, where the lake mirrors the beauty of nature and invites you to lose yourself in your thoughts.

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    Herăstrău Park

    Herăstrău Park, also known as King Michael I Park, is one of the largest, most beautiful and most offering parks in the capital, being the ideal place for relaxation, sports and recreation.

    Herăstrău Park covers some 200 hectares and offers a wide range of activities for all ages.

    The park's biggest attraction is, of course, the Herăstrău lake i...

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    Kiseleff Park

    Surface: 3.2 ha
    Main attractions: a relaxing place for families with children, for nature walks, cycling and rollerblading. The park also presents cultural memories through the busts of Nicolae Leonard or Barbu Ștefănescu Delavrancea, as well as the work of sculptor George Apostu.
    What will charm you: Among the centuries-old trees and shady alleys...

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    State Circus Park

    Area: 26 ha
    Main attractions: Lake with water lilies, artistic sculptures in the tree trunks, playgrounds, wide lawns around the State Circus building, ideal for walks and relaxation
    What it will win you over with: Water lilies and hidden art - The water lily lake and unique sculptures lead you into an artistic universe combining nature with human...

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    Marin Preda (Giulești) Park

    Size: approximately 40 hectares.
    Attractions: The park features long walking paths, jogging and bicycle paths, extensive children's play areas and outdoor fitness machines. The park is known for its generous acreage of green space, which makes it suitable for relaxation, picnics and various recreational activities. The greenery is abundant, provid...

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    Grădina Icoanei Park

    Area: Almost 1 ha
    Main attractions: the park is a historical monument with walking areas and green spaces for relaxing, playgrounds, paths and benches
    What it will charm you with: A small but charming corner, where historic alleys and benches give you a break from the hustle and bustle of the city.
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    Crângași Park

    Size: Approximately 10 hectares.
    Attractions: Crângași Park is known for the Morii Lake, which provides a pleasant setting for relaxation and outdoor activities. The lake is used for water sports and boating. The park includes sports fields, children's playgrounds, a running track and fitness areas. Walkways and generous vegetation make it suitabl...

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    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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    Cișmigiu Park

    Area: 16 ha
    Main attractions: the oldest public garden in Bucharest, historical monuments, Lake Cișmigiu (boat and bike rides), Rose Garden, skating rink, children's playgrounds
    What will win you over: walks through the historical alleys and the quiet lake turn any visit into a poetic moment, perfect for romantic souls and lovers of tranquility.

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    Dimitrie Brandza Botanical Garden

    The Dimitrie Brandza Botanical Garden is a special place that has been offering visitors a fascinating foray into the world of plants for more than 160 years. Founded in 1860 by Carol Davila and named in honor of the Romanian botanist Dimitrie Brandza, the Botanical Garden is home to over 10,000 species of plants from diverse geographical areas.

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