Articles (1415)

The Temple of Absolute Knowledge: How the Central University Library Came to Be, the Foundation Built by King Carol I

On May 3, 1891, King Carol I addressed a letter to Emanoil Florescu, then President of the Council of Ministers. The document, which can be regarded as the true founding act, recorded the sovereign’s wish to establish an institution “for the benefit of university youth from all faculties in the country, endowed with a library that would always be o...

Where to eat well in Bucharest: from traditional restaurants to international cuisines

In recent years, Bucharest has become a cosmopolitan city not only through its architecture and lifestyle but also through its culinary scene. From traditional Romanian restaurants preserving authentic recipes to international dining, fine dining, street food, and trendy cafés, the Romanian capital offers an impressive variety for every taste and b...

The Story of Corneliu Michailescu, the First Romanian Cubist Painter Who Used Forbidden Substances to Find His Artistic Muse

Corneliu Michailescu, born on August 20, 1887, in Bucharest, was one of the most nonconformist figures in Romanian art during the first half of the 20th century. Raised in a wealthy family, in an environment that emphasized education and culture, Corneliu seemed destined for a respectable career, far removed from scandal and the avant-garde. His fa...

What the real estate market in Bucharest looks like in 2025: prices, trends, and growing areas

The real estate market in Bucharest continues to evolve in 2025, driven by sustained demand, limited supply in central neighborhoods, and broader socio-economic shifts. In this article, you’ll find a comprehensive overview of current prices, dominant trends, and areas that are gaining value. We’ll also compare the evolution across neighborhoods ove...

Lesser-Known Parks in Bucharest That Offer a Pleasant Experience

Bucharest is famous for its large parks – Herăstrău, Cișmigiu, Tineretului, or Alexandru Ioan Cuza – which attract thousands of visitors every day. However, the city also hides smaller, lesser-known green spaces, perfect for relaxing walks, jogging, or simply enjoying nature away from the crowds. These parks, although less famous, offer a unique bl...

Oteteleșanu Terrace, the “academy” of Bucharest’s 19th-century elite, where high society attended lavish balls and intellectual debates

At the beginning of the 20th century, on Calea Victoriei 49, there stood an emblematic location for Bucharest’s artistic and literary life: Oteteleșanu Terrace. This was not just an ordinary café or promenade spot; it was a true stronghold of bohemian life and cultural elite, where relaxed leisure blended with intellectual debates and entertainment...

Saint Silvestru Church, a symbol of parental love. Lord Pârvan built it in memory of his seven children lost to the plague

In the heart of Bucharest, near the intersection of Mihai Eminescu Street with Dacia Boulevard and Calea Moșilor, stands Saint Silvestru Church, a living testament to faith and parental love. Located on the street of the same name, at number 36, this church is an important landmark in the city’s spiritual and architectural history. Its name most li...

The most polluted areas of Bucharest and how to protect your family

Bucharest struggles with air quality problems that go far beyond the idea of “occasional smog.” In several areas, pollution consistently exceeds legal and safe thresholds. Knowing where the hotspots are and which practical steps to take is essential—especially if you have children, elderly relatives, or anyone with respiratory or cardiovascular con...

How Victoria Store Was Born, the First Department Store in Romania, with Red Marble and Goods Imported from Paris

Interwar Bucharest, cosmopolitan and rapidly modernizing, experienced a period of urban effervescence whose traces are still visible today. One of the most enduring and fascinating stories of the era is that of Victoria Store – the first department store in Romania, inaugurated in 1928. Located on Calea Victoriei in the heart of the capital, this s...

Top 10 abandoned industrial buildings and what they could become for Bucharest

Bucharest’s industrial landscape is an archive of a city that hasn’t yet found its place in the present. Among new apartment blocks and malls, huge halls, charred walls, and the skeletons of old factories still stand—once the backbone of Romania’s economy. They’re not just “ruins,” but urban resources with real potential. The question is whether th...