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Ernest Broșteanu, the General Who Helped Facilitate the Union of Bessarabia with Romania, Has a Street Named After Him in Bucharest

The name of General Ernest Broșteanu is closely linked to one of the decisive moments of 1918, the year in which the historic provinces inhabited by Romanians began, one after another, to break away from the old empires and draw closer to Romania. A career military officer who took part in the fighting in Dobruja and in the Battle of Mărășești, Bro...

Where to dispose of bulky waste for free in Bucharest. The rules for each sector

An old sofa should not be left next to the communal bins simply because it does not fit inside them. The same applies to a mattress, a dismantled wardrobe or the refrigerator you have just replaced. Bucharest has dedicated collection systems for these types of waste, including free options, but the procedure varies considerably from one sector to a...

Need a doctor at the weekend? Where to go in Bucharest without heading straight to the ER

A fever that starts on Saturday evening, a respiratory infection that gets worse or a medical problem that does not seem serious enough to call 112 but cannot wait until Monday. In situations like these, a hospital emergency room is not the only option in Bucharest.The capital also has out-of-hours primary care centres, known in Romanian as “centre...

Elie Radu House in Bucharest. The story of the home designed by an Italian architect for one of Romania’s leading engineers

Elie Radu House stands at 40 Alexandru Donici Street, on the corner of Icoanei Street, and bears the name of the engineer who helped develop Romania’s railways, bridges and water supply systems. Designed by Italian architect Giulio Magni, the residence connects two careers that also crossed paths on public works projects.The building dates from the...

The house architect Cristofi Cerchez built for himself in Bucharest. The history of his home in Sfântul Ștefan Square

At 13A Sfântul Ștefan Square stands the house architect Cristofi Cerchez designed for his family. The architect behind Dr Nicolae Minovici’s villa also incorporated traditional architectural elements into his own home: a veranda, wooden posts and decorative plant motifs. The property is recorded in Romania’s List of Historic Monuments as Casa Cerch...

Your first 30 days in Bucharest: a practical guide for expats, from housing and paperwork to transport and healthcare

A home with a clear rental agreement, residence paperwork prepared on time and a manageable commute are the priorities during your first month in Bucharest. Finding a family doctor and checking your health insurance are also worth addressing now, before you need an appointment.Moving becomes easier to manage when you break it down into practical st...

Why do signs at the entrance to Bucharest say “martyr city”? The meaning of a title awarded after the 1989 Revolution

Bucharest was declared a martyr city in January 1990, in memory of those who lost their lives during the December 1989 Revolution. The inscription on signs at the entrance to the capital commemorates their sacrifice and the days when the city’s streets became places of protest against the dictatorship.Today, these words can easily go unnoticed amon...

How night public transport works in Bucharest: 24 STB lines from Piața Unirii to the neighborhoods

The cable-stayed bridge in Drumul Taberei Park to be repaired before the Christmas market. What experts found and how birds will be kept away from the structure

Candlelight Concerts in Bucharest: Where and When You Can Enjoy a Candlelit Performance

Bucharest has numerous venues where music can be enjoyed in spectacular settings, but Candlelight concerts offer an experience different from that of a traditional concert. Live music is enhanced by thousands of candles, while the audience is seated in spaces carefully arranged to create an intimate, almost cinematic atmosphere. The programs includ...