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Before the sectors, Bucharest was divided into plăși. What other subdivisions did it have

The history of Bucharest’s administrative organization reflects the social and political transformations the Capital has undergone for more than two centuries. From the plăși of the late 18th century to the current six sectors, the city’s subdivisions have always aimed to ensure control, efficiency, and adaptation to rapid population growth. Each s...

Interwar Bucharest, a space of contrasts: the latest European fashion on muddy streets

The interwar period is often evoked as a “golden age” of Romanian society, yet the reality of those times was far more complex. Beyond the elegance of salons, fashion, and a lively cultural life, Bucharest still retained the image of a city caught between modernity and visible shortcomings. Unpaved streets, the lack of modern infrastructure, and ma...

Parking fees in Bucharest. How much subscriptions and hourly rates cost

Residents and drivers passing through the Capital should know that fees for public parking lots managed by the Bucharest Municipal Parking Company vary depending on the area and the type of subscription chosen. Prices range from just a few lei per hour to annual subscriptions worth thousands of lei, with payments available both at parking meters an...

The History of the Filipescu-Cesianu House, the Most Beautiful Building in Belle Epoque Bucharest. Which Museum It Hosts Today

In the heart of Bucharest, at the corner of Calea Victoriei and Sevastopol Street, stands one of the city’s most valuable and well-preserved aristocratic residences: the Filipescu-Cesianu House. Surrounded by modern buildings and the bustle of urban life, this architectural gem remains an intact corner of old Bucharest, offering a window into the e...

Nălucă’s Gang, the Most Famous Outlaws of 19th-Century Bucharest, Stole from Boyars and Lived in the Sewers

In the early decades of the 19th century, Bucharest was a city of stark contrasts. Far from the image of a quiet center, the capital of Wallachia was a place where aristocratic luxury mixed with the squalor of the slums, and the calm of holidays was often broken by the sounds of robberies and uprisings. Bucharest at the beginning of the 19th centur...

The Struggles of the Great Writer Vintilă Corbul, from Judge and Colonel to a Simple Worker at Water and Sewer

Few Romanian writers have had a destiny as complicated, spectacular, and tragic as that of Vintilă Corbul. Born on May 26, 1916, he came from a wealthy family with strong connections in the international artistic and financial world. His mother owned shares in American film studios, which allowed the family to travel frequently overseas—something e...

The Curse of an Unfulfilled Love. Alexandru Odobescu Ended His Life Because of a Woman 30 Years Younger

Love stories have always fascinated humanity, especially when they end in tragedy. The history of Romanian literature hides not only memorable creations but also destinies shattered by impossible passions. One of the most dramatic cases is that of Alexandru Odobescu—writer, historian, and academician—who, despite his cultural and social prestige, m...

Famous Boulevard Names: Pavel Kiseleff, the Russian General Who Loved Romania and Gave Us the First Constitution

In the history of Bucharest, there are a few emblematic boulevards, steeped in memory and symbolism. One of the most important is Șoseaua Kiseleff, a promenade and landmark of the capital. Its name is no accident: it honors a Russian general who played a crucial role in modernizing Romanian administration and drafting the first Constitutions of Mol...

Who Was Ion Câmpineanu and Why a Street in Central Bucharest Bears His Name

Ion Câmpineanu remains one of the important figures of modern Romanian history, a cultured and patriotic boyar who tied his destiny to the great political and social struggles of the 19th century. He was among the first Wallachian boyars to wear the uniform of the new Romanian army, organized along European lines. A visionary boyar and officer of t...

How much does autumn cost in Bucharest — and how to save money

Autumn doesn’t just bring yellow leaves and shorter days, it also comes with a new set of expenses. Higher utility bills, daily transport, warmer clothes, and the little comforts that make the season bearable — your wallet immediately feels the seasonal shift.1. Seasonal billsAs temperatures drop, heating costs kick in. Even if some apartment block...