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Grant Bridge in Bucharest, between past and present. It was “baptized” by a Scotsman, brother of the 1848 heroine Maria Rosetti

Few constructions in Bucharest have a story as fascinating as Grant Bridge, an infrastructure project that, beyond its practical role, carries the legacy of remarkable people and key moments in the capital’s history.Effingham Grant and his connection to Bucharest’s historyIts name comes from a special character: the Scotsman Effingham Grant. He arr...

The Genius of Romanian Aeronautics: Who Henri Coandă Was and Why Otopeni Airport Bears His Name

Henri Coandă, one of the brightest figures in global aviation, was born on June 7, 1886, in Bucharest, Romania. Coming from a family with a strong engineering tradition—his father, Constantin Coandă, was a general engineer—Henri grew up in an environment that fostered his passion for science and technology.Henri Coandă, roots and educationHe began...

The passions of Camil Petrescu. The great Romanian writer lost his hearing on the front, fighting in the First World War

Camil Petrescu was born on April 16, 1894, in Bucharest, in a period when Romania was undergoing profound social and cultural transformations. He came from a family with intellectual roots, his father being an artillery officer and his mother a teacher. In his household, military discipline blended with respect for education, a combination that wou...

The first mobsters of interwar Bucharest. How Nae Chioru and the Dragon terrorized Romanians in the 1920s–30s

Interwar Bucharest is often remembered as a city of elegance, full of cafés bustling with intellectuals and artists, with architecture that earned it the nickname “Little Paris.” Yet behind this refined image, the streets of the capital also concealed a darker universe: poor slums, marginalized neighborhoods, and the beginnings of an underworld tha...

The story of Ion Pillat, grandson of Ion C. Brătianu. The great poet helped Bacovia at his literary debut

Ion Pillat is one of the most remarkable figures of Romanian literature in the first half of the 20th century. A refined poet, an intellectual shaped in a cosmopolitan environment, but at the same time deeply connected to Romanian tradition, he succeeded in building a body of work that blends modernity with the spiritual and cultural values of the...

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...

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...

Night transport in Bucharest: how safe is it really?

At night, Bucharest looks different. Main roads stay busy until late, but side streets empty quickly. For those without a car or who don’t want to rely on ride-sharing apps, public night buses are often the only accessible option. The question that keeps coming back is: how safe are they, really?How night transport worksSTB (Bucharest Transport Com...

7 bookstores in Bucharest where it’s worth losing track of time

In a city where rush and crowding feel like the norm, there are still places where time stretches and the rhythm slows down. Good bookstores are no longer just shops, but refuges where you can find quiet, inspiration, and sometimes even a sense of community. Bucharest has a few such places, each with its own atmosphere.1. Cărturești Verona Probably...

The Curse of a Hero. The 1848 Revolutionary C.A. Rosetti Buried His Three-Year-Old Daughter in Bellu Cemetery

The name Constantin Alexandru Rosetti still resonates today among patriots, evoking the memory of one of Romania’s most influential political and cultural figures of the 19th century. A leader of the 1848 revolutionary movement, Rosetti dedicated his life to the emancipation of the Romanian people and the modernization of society. He became a symbo...