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Casa Universitarilor Is Getting Its Garden Back. Meet the Winning Architect, and What the Building's History Hides

On July 28, the University of Bucharest announced, at a press conference held jointly with the Romanian Order of Architects, the winner of the international competition to redesign the garden of Casa Universitarilor. The one-person architecture practice of Vlad Sebastian Rusu was picked by the jury as the best solution among the 36 entries, working...

Doctor Gheorghe Polizu, author of the first medical textbooks in Romania, has a street bearing his name in Bucharest

The history of Romanian medicine preserves the names of personalities who decisively contributed to the modernization of the medical system and to the development of university education. Among these remarkable figures is also Doctor Gheorghe Polizu, one of the most important physicians of the 19th century, university professor, author of medical t...

University Square, Bucharest: symbol of the revolution and the cultural heart of the Capital

The University Square, located in the center of Bucharest, is probably the best known square in Romania, constituting "kilometer zero" of the country's road network. Situated in the center of Bucharest, it is perhaps the most representative place of the capital, built in a style that encourages urban modernization and with strong Parisian influence...

Colectiv, 10 years since Romania’s most tragic fire: 64 young lives lost to eternity, a national mourning without end

On October 30, 2025, Romania once again bows its head in remembrance of one of the most devastating tragedies in its recent history — the Colectiv nightclub fire. Ten years have passed since the night that tore apart a generation and revealed the painful truth of a society wounded by negligence, corruption, and indifference. Sixty-four young people...

Colțea Hospital: a health pioneer in Bucharest, for over three centuries

Colțea Hospital is one of the oldest and most renowned medical institutions in Bucharest, Romania, with a long history and a major significance in the development of the Romanian health system. Founded in the 18th century, Colțea Hospital had from the very beginning the status of a city hospital (not a simple ward) operating according to the Europe...

Romanian-born Mica Ertegun, the story of the Dior model who married America’s greatest music producer

Mica Ertegun, born Ioana Maria Banu, came into the world in Bucharest, in a privileged family during an era when refinement and education defined social standing. Her father, Dr. George Banu, was a respected physician and a close associate of the Romanian Royal Family. Mica’s life seemed destined for comfort and culture—until history took a dramati...

How the 112 emergency system works in Bucharest and when to call it – educational guide

The 112 emergency system is the direct connection to rapid intervention services in Romania — police, ambulance, firefighters, and specialized rescue units. For those living in Bucharest, understanding how the system works and when it is truly necessary to call can make the difference between an efficient response and an unnecessary call. Below, we...

The stars of interwar Bucharest: Artist Elena Zamora sang to Romanian soldiers on the front during the First World War

Interwar Bucharest was a space of artistic brilliance, lavish performances, and personalities who defined a golden age of Romanian culture. Among these emblematic figures is Elena Zamora, one of the most appreciated operetta singers of the time. With a splendid voice, a magnetic stage presence, and extraordinary determination, the artist managed to...

Private medical centers with 24/7 service in Bucharest — updated list of locations and services

For residents of Bucharest, quick access to medical care can make a real difference in critical moments. While public emergency hospitals remain the primary points of intervention, an increasing number of patients are turning to private hospitals with 24/7 service, which offer shorter waiting times, modern facilities, and dedicated emergency depart...

How to Prepare for IVF: The Questions Nobody Thinks to Ask, a Realistic Timeline, and Where to Go in Bucharest

Update: 30.04.2026The decision to pursue IVF treatment usually comes after months or years of waiting. What makes the difference between a chaotic journey and one where you feel in control is preparation — medical, financial, and emotional — before you actually enter the protocol.An IVF cycle, step by stepFrom the first consultation to the pregnanc...