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Măruca Cantacuzino, the Troubled Princess of Bucharest. George Enescu’s Wife Poured Acid on Her Face to Punish Her Lover

Maria Cantacuzino, known by the diminutive Măruca, was one of the most fascinating and controversial figures of early 20th-century Bucharest. Proud, intelligent, beautiful, sarcastic, and extremely seductive, the princess captivated the attention of aristocrats, philosophers, and artists of her time, yet remained enveloped in scandal and controvers...

The story of the Iancului neighborhood, from a modest suburb to one of the most expensive areas of Bucharest

For two years in the 1970s, traffic on Șoseaua Iancului was halted to allow for the construction of new apartment blocks — a powerful symbol of urban modernization under socialism. The old wooden-fenced “shacks” that once lined the road were demolished, replaced by monumental socialist housing blocks meant to serve the “working people.” Yet, not ev...

Precupeții Vechi Parish, the church of all saints: from the merchants’ quarter to today’s place of worship

In the heart of old Bucharest, at 92 Toamnei Street, stands the Precupeții Vechi Church, a place of worship with a history of over two centuries, which continues to be a spiritual support for the surrounding community. An old church in a historic neighborhoodLocated in a former merchants’ quarter, the church bears the dedication “All Saints,” celeb...

Bucharest, Cluj or Timișoara — Where Is It Cheaper to Live with a Family in 2026?

Romania has three major urban economic engines — and a growing number of families are asking themselves whether staying in the capital still makes sense, or whether relocating to another city would mean, in concrete terms, a better quality of life for the same money or even less. It's a legitimate question, particularly in a context where rents hav...

Lady Chiajna, the only woman in the history of Romanians who led an army into battle, has a street bearing her name in Bucharest

The history of Romanians is full of strong figures, of rulers, strategists, and leaders who influenced the course of events at decisive moments. However, very few women managed to assert themselves so strongly that they were recognized as political and military leaders. One of these remarkable exceptions is Lady Chiajna, a complex, controversial, a...

Summer Well 2026 Schedule: Where the festival takes place, who is performing, and how much the ticket costs

Summer Well, one of Romania's most appreciated alternative and indie music festivals, returns in 2026 with its 15th edition. The event will take place between August 7 and August 9, 2026, at the already well-established Știrbey Estate in Buftea, located approximately 15 kilometers from the center of Bucharest. The organizers are keeping the concept...

ABIFF #5 – Three days of animation, education and international dialogue in Bucharest and 12 other cities across Romania

The fifth edition of the Bucharest International Animation Film Festival (ABIFF) kicks off on May 30, marking a milestone with the introduction of an online pitch session for Romanian artists. From May 30 to June 1, animation enthusiasts from Bucharest and 12 other cities are invited to immerse themselves in the magic of animation through screening...

Staying safe in Bucharest – essential tips for women

Bucharest is a city full of life and opportunities, but, like any metropolis, it also comes with a few downsides, particularly related to safety. And if we're talking about women, they could certainly suffer the most in this respect. More vulnerable beings such as women, the elderly and children are frequent victims of abuse and crime.If you are a...

Famous Houses of Bucharest: Melik House, the oldest House in Bucharest Was a Women’s Shelter and Hosted the Revolutionaries of 1848

In the heart of old Bucharest, at 22 Spătarului Street, stands Casa Melik, the oldest preserved residence in Romania’s capital. Built approximately 250 years ago, the building has become a symbol of the city’s history and tradition, hosting over time various events and personalities that shaped the cultural and social life of the capital. Today, Ca...

The eternal Don Juan of Romanian literature, whose wife supposedly found him mistresses. The story of George Călinescu

Few literary figures have led a life as full of contradictions as George Călinescu. A critic, literary historian, novelist, university professor, and academician, he was one of the brightest minds of Romanian culture — and yet, behind the image of a scholar devoted to books hid a man of passion, a Don Juan of the literary world, whose numerous love...