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Famous names of boulevard: The great poet George Coșbuc lost his will to live after his son Alexandru died

The destiny of George Coșbuc is one of the most impressive in Romanian literature. Beyond the image of the classical poet known from school textbooks, Coșbuc was a complex personality: a precocious spirit, a brilliant translator, and a researcher of folk traditions. His life was marked, however, by a personal tragedy that profoundly changed him — t...

From Bucharest’s legends: French Street no. 13 or the Haunted Orphanage

Bucharest’s Old Town is not just about restaurants, historic buildings, and busy streets. Beyond the daytime bustle, there is another layer of the city, shaped by urban legends and stories passed down over time. One of the most talked-about is the so-called “Haunted Orphanage” on French Street.This legend has a strong local character and is closely...

Top 5 charming bookstores in Bucharest: places to get lost among books

Bucharest has a special charm for book lovers. From cozy bookstores with wooden shelves to true temples of reading, the capital offers dreamy places where you can browse pages in a relaxed atmosphere. If you love getting lost among book titles and savoring the smell of printed paper, here are some of the most beautiful bookstores in the city.1. Căr...

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...

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...

Giovanni's Secret and the Queue at Velocità. Bucharest and Its Love Affair with Ice Cream, Over 170 Years in the Making

On Calea Victoriei, the queue for ice cream is 170 years old. Around 1850, the street still went by the name Podul Mogoșoaiei, and the most sought-after spot in the city was a confectionery run by an Italian — Giovanni Flore, with his shop on the ground floor of the Hugues Hotel, in Piața Teatrului, where the Novotel stands today. When the time cam...

Protection against seismic disasters: the safest areas in case of an earthquake in Bucharest

Although the country's capital, Bucharest is not the kind of city where people can feel safe in the event of an earthquake. Numerous neighborhoods with old and unconsolidated buildings, poor infrastructure and high population density make Bucharest vulnerable to earthquakes. In addition, the country's capital is subject to significant seismic activ...

How Modern Sewage Appeared in Bucharest and the Epidemics That Accelerated the Works

You hurry along the uneven sidewalks of the capital, gracefully sidestepping a puddle left behind by a torrential rain and stepping firmly onto a heavy metal cover decorated with raised lettering. That cast-iron disc is your only visual interface with an engineering masterpiece hidden beneath the asphalt, a vast network of brick and concrete tunnel...

The Oldest House in Bucharest Was a Women’s Shelter and Hosted the Revolutionaries of 1848. The Story of Casa Melik

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 history of Unirii Hall, the food and medicine reserve of the Capital in case of war, built during the time of Alexandru Ioan Cuza

Few places in Bucharest have undergone transformations as dramatic as Unirii Square. In the summer of 1986, this central space, filled with buildings of artistic and historical value, was radically changed. From a coherent urban ensemble, dominated by elegant halls and representative monuments, the area became a uniform commercial platform, subordi...