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How many foreign workers are employed in Romania. Spectacular increases in Bucharest and major cities

In recent years, Romania’s labor market has undergone an accelerated transformation, amid an increasingly acute shortage of personnel. The massive migration of Romanians to Western European countries has created significant gaps, estimated at around 600,000 people, which forced employers to seek external solutions. In this context, the import of la...

The “Pescăruș” restaurant in Bucharest, the favorite place of the communist nomenklatura

The “Pescăruș” restaurant is one of the gastronomic and cultural landmarks of Bucharest. Built in 1938 according to the plans of architect Horia Creangă, the restaurant appeared even before Herăstrău Park (today King Michael I Park) was landscaped. In fact, the park was later developed around the restaurant, turning the area into a promenade and me...

Ice rinks in Bucharest: indoor and outdoor options

Bucharest offers a wide range of ice rinks suitable for both children and adults. Indoor rinks operate all year round, while outdoor rinks are open only during the cold season. Whether you want to practice spins, spend time with family or friends, or simply enjoy winter fun, there are options for every taste and skill level.Each rink provides facil...

Where to find the best mici in Bucharest

Bucharest is a city where culinary traditions meet modern tastes, and mici — juicy grilled meat rolls — have become a true symbol of local street food. For many residents, choosing the best place to enjoy mici is a matter of personal pride. However, several locations have stood the test of time and earned a reputation as the city’s landmarks for th...

Bucharest under occupation during the First World War

World War I was a dramatic period for Romania, and the occupation of Bucharest by the Central Powers in December 1916 marked one of the harshest chapters in the modern history of the capital. The German army, led by Field Marshal August von Mackensen, entered the city after the Romanian authorities withdrew to Iași. For almost two years, the city e...

Where exactly is Bucharest’s center and why this point matters

Bucharest is a city with a rich history and a complex urban evolution. As the city expanded, differences emerged between the historic center, symbolic landmarks, and the geographical center of the capital. Understanding the precise location of the center and its importance helps with urban orientation and preserving city identity.Where is Bucharest...

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...