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"Ion Mincu” University of Architecture and Urbanism – Bucharest: excellence in architectural education

The Faculty of Architecture within the „Ion Mincu” University of Architecture and Urbanism in Bucharest is the most prestigious higher education institution in Romania in the field of architecture. With a tradition spanning over 130 years, the faculty provides a solid academic framework for training architects, urban planners, and interior designer...

The Polytechnic University of Bucharest: a legacy of innovation and excellence

The Polytechnic University of Bucharest (Universitatea Politehnica din București, UPB) stands as Romania’s leading technical institution, a place where tradition meets cutting-edge innovation. With a history spanning over two centuries, UPB has been a driving force behind the country’s scientific and technological progress, shaping generations of e...

Bucharest through the eyes of expats: a charming chaos

Bucharest is not a city that wins you over at first sight. It doesn’t have Vienna’s orderliness, Paris’s romance, or London’s energy. But if you stay long enough, you’ll discover that it has a unique charm—hard to explain but easy to feel. Perhaps that’s why many expats who initially come for a few months end up staying for years, drawn to its ecle...

The Bucharest University of Economic Studies (ASE): The main pillar of economic education in Romania

The Bucharest University of Economic Studies (ASE) stands as one of the most prestigious higher education institutions in Romania, a true pillar of economic and business education not only in the country but also in Eastern Europe. Since its establishment in 1913, ASE has been a center of academic excellence, producing thousands of professionals wh...

Top 5 Universities in Bucharest: A Guide to the most prestigious higher education institutions

Bucharest, the capital of Romania, stands as a vibrant educational hub in Eastern Europe, with a rich tradition of academic excellence. The city is home to some of the most prestigious universities in the country, each offering a unique character and set of advantages that attract students from all over the world. If you're considering continuing y...

The architecture of Bucharest: From Brâncovenesc style to futuristic buildings

Bucharest is a city of contrasts. A modern metropolis full of bustle and life, but with deep roots in history. Its architecture is a veritable kaleidoscope of styles, every nook and cranny of the capital a testament to its past and continuing evolution. From the splendour of the Brâncovenesque style, with its elegant curves and ornate detailing, to...

Bucharest in 24 hours: a day of relaxation and urban exploration

Bucharest is a vibrant and contrasting city with a fascinating mix of tradition and modernity. If you've only got a day to discover it, don't worry - there's plenty of time to enjoy some of the capital's most iconic sights. From strolls along historic boulevards to unforgettable breaks in quaint cafes and visits to hidden museums, here's a complete...

Queer Bucharest: the evolution of the community and safe spaces in the city

Bucharest, a city of contrasts and transformations, has long been a complicated space for the LGBTQ+ community. From prohibitions and persecution to Pride marches and inclusive clubs, Romania’s capital reflects a continuous evolution of queer acceptance and visibility. In this article, we explore the transformations the LGBTQ+ community in Buchares...

Interwar Bucharest through the eyes of famous writers: the city of literary dreams and disillusions

If you could wander through interwar Bucharest, you would discover a vibrant city, scented with the contradictory blend of elegance and decadence, of luxury and misery. It would be a city where rattling trams traverse boulevards illuminated by gas lanterns, and where, in the cafés of the city center, people argue passionately about literature, poli...

Bragadiru Palace: From beer to elegance, in a century of existence

Located on Calea Rahovei in Bucharest, the Bragadiru Palace is one of the historical buildings that impresses by its elegance and architectural refinement. With a history spanning more than a century, this building is a testimony to Romania's economic and cultural boom in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.History of Bragadiru PalaceBuilt betwe...