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Basarab railway station in Bucharest: brief history, major events, its role today

Basarab railway station is one of the essential train stations in Bucharest, even though it often remains overshadowed by the famous North Railway Station. From its inauguration to the present day, the station has undergone numerous transformations, reflecting the social, economic, and urban changes of the capital. Its role has always been supporti...

“The weekend escape”: why young people are leaving Bucharest every Friday

Every Friday between 4 and 7 p.m., Bucharest quietly empties. Not suddenly, but through a steady flow of cars heading out of the city — toward Brașov, the Prahova Valley, Vama Veche, Breaza, Comana, even the small villages surrounding the capital. It’s a cyclical migration, a ritual of escape that says more about the city’s real condition than any...

What you can do in Bucharest on January 1, 2026. Activities to help you start the new year in a good mood

For many people, the first day of the year is a mix of quiet time, recovery after New Year’s Eve and the desire to ease into the new year at a slower pace. In Bucharest, January 1, 2026 is not just a day off, but also a chance to experience the city in a different way, calmer and less crowded than usual.Even though many public institutions and shop...

The Patriarchate Palace, from the beginnings of Romanian politics to the vineyards of the monks in Bucharest. Here they elected Cuza as ruler of the United Principalities

What we today call the Patriarchate Palace in Bucharest is more than an imposing building, placed on one of the symbolic hills of the Capital. It is a space charged with history, a place where, for centuries, religious and political power, tradition and modernity, faith and the destiny of a nation intersected. Before becoming the official residence...

Where to stay in Bucharest if it’s your first visit. A guide by areas, advantages, and prices

Choosing where to stay in Bucharest can significantly shape a visitor’s experience, especially on a first trip. The city is large, diverse, and sometimes crowded, and the differences between areas are noticeable in terms of atmosphere, convenience, and cost.In 2026, the accommodation offer is wide: from international hotel chains and boutique hotel...

Bucharest, a bike friendly city? 56 kilometers of lanes, half of them blocked by cars

The city's own planning document, the Velo Masterplan, gives an exact figure: 25.38 kilometers of functional bike lanes across the entire city. Another 30.92 kilometers exist on paper and on asphalt, but fail to meet minimum standards and need work before anyone can safely ride on them. The gap between those two numbers is really the gap between th...

Romanian and Swedish poets to translate each other's work in Stockholm

The 13th edition of the Romanian-Swedish Translation Workshop will be organized by the Romanian Cultural Institute in Stockholm and the National Book Centre (CENNAC) in partnership with the Swedish Writers' Union (Författarförbundet) from 23-30 April. The guests of the 2025 edition are two Romanian poets, Teona Galgoțiu and Radu Nițescu, together w...

Free guided tours for children on Mondays and Tuesdays at the National Museum of Romanian History, until September 1

Children aged 6 to 12 can take part in free guided tours and workshops organised by the National Museum of Romanian History on Mondays and Tuesdays. The “Holiday in the Historical Treasury” programme continues until September 1, 2026, and advance registration is required because each group is limited to 20 participants.This will not be a simple wal...

Bucharest Metro: the underground story of the city

The Bucharest Metro is more than just a transportation system—it’s a symbol of the city’s evolution, resilience, and ambition. Connecting neighborhoods and shaping daily life for millions of people, this underground network has a fascinating history that reflects Romania’s modern development.The beginning: a city in need of fast transportBy the mid...

The forbidden love between King Carol II and Elena Lupescu. “Duduia” won him over with a simple candy

The love story between King Carol II of Romania and Elena Lupescu remains one of the most controversial and passionate episodes in the country’s history. It combined desire and sacrifice with scandal and political manipulation, leaving deep marks on both the monarch’s life and Romania’s destiny. Unlike other dynastic romances, their relationship wa...