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Stirbei Palace in Bucharest. From the host of the most lavish balls to a project for a luxury mall

The Stirbei Palace in Bucharest, located on Calea Victoriei, is, together with the Stirbei Palace in Buftea, one of the most emblematic architectural monuments in the Romanian capital. Two locations, two palaces of an ancient family of Romanian rulers, with the same beginning of the story. Twenty kilometers separate them and only a few years apart....

Cantacuzino Palace: architectural splendor, love and aristocracy

If we realized how rich we Romanians are, thanks to the legacies left by the cultural men of the past, we would certainly appreciate more the buildings we pass by almost every day and that we almost don't even see them anymore, absorbed by the screens in our hands. One such building we should be more than proud of is the Cantacuzino Palace on Calea...

Stavropoleos Monastery: 300 years of prayer in the center of the capital

In the center of Bucharest, hidden between the crowded streets and modern buildings, is the Stavropoleos Monastery, an Orthodox church built in the Brancovanesque style, a monument of great beauty and cultural importance. Stavropoleos Monastery. HistoryStravropoleos Monastery was built in 1724, during the second reign of Nicolae Mavrocordat (1719-1...

9 awesome things you’ll want to know about Bucharest

Bucharest is more than Romania's capital. It's more than the People's House, busy traffic, hurried people, Cotroceni, Herăstrău and the Triumphal Arch! Bucharest is story, history, love, past and future!Here are some cool things worth knowing about Bucharest, whether you live in the capital or are just passing through:Bucharest - the first city in...

5 awesome, nearly free activities in Bucharest

Bucharest is a cool capital city, where you can fill your time (if you have time) with interesting activities, ready to take you out of your routine. And although for many of them you have to take a few hundred lei out of your pocket, there are also some cool things you can do without having to dip into your wallet (maybe just for transportation)....

The Urban Fountains of Unirii Square - a tourist attraction recognized by the Academy of World Records

Dubai? Las Vegas? Barcelona? No, Bucharest, with its Urban Fountains in Unirii Square, which attract thousands of glances every summer season and have even been recognized by the World Records Academy, giving them the award for the Longest Synchronized Choreographed Choreographic Fountain in the World!Whether we are talking about Romanians or forei...

7 curiosities about today's Bucharest, the city of contradictions and innovation

Bucharest is a city like no other! Buildings hundreds of years old gaze in fascination at the skyscrapers a stone's throw away, the chaos of traffic is suddenly crushed in the tranquility of the great parks, and old women with kerchiefs on their heads share stories of communism with their childhood friends wearing pearls around their necks. A city...

Old Center - The history and charm of Bucharest's most famous streets, then and now

The Old Center of Bucharest is a place full of history, culture and energy that attracts locals and tourists from all over the world. Also known as "Lipscani", this historic neighborhood is a truly charming place, full of narrow streets and old buildings that take you back to the bohemian atmosphere of Bucharest's bygone days. Once you step into th...

The Arch of Triumph in Bucharest: A symbol of heroism rooted in wood

In the center of Bucharest, lined with bustling boulevards, stands the majestic Triumphal Arch, a silent witness to history and a symbol of national pride. Deeply rooted in Romania's heroic past, this monument evokes stories of bravery and unity, woven into a grand architecture. Every stone, every sculpture speaks of history, revealing curiosities...

Children's hospitals in Bucharest. Essential centers for pediatric care

The children's hospitals in Bucharest are reference structures that meet the complex needs of young patients, from critical emergencies and chronic diseases to specialized treatments for rare diseases and complex conditions. Each hospital makes a significant contribution to quality care through dedicated medical teams, state-of-the-art technology a...