‘Halloween is now long gone’ you would say, but in reality it’s only just begun in Romania. Like many other countries around the globe, we too have our own rituals and traditions to celebrate the souls who are no longer among us.
1st of March is a symbolic date marking the very first day of spring in Romania. After the long cold winter, it is with great joy and pleasure that people embrace a lot of spring traditions and stories, some of them dating back to ancient times.
With just a few days left to Valentine’s Day, finding the perfect gift euphoria kicks in. We’ve done a little research for you and came up with a few suggestions you might find useful.
Romania has officially joined the European Union back in January 2007. A moment that meant the world for the Romanian society, longed for decades during the suppression of the Communist era and greeted with great enthusiasm and high hopes by the people.
Strolling the grounds of Bellu Cemetery turns to be not only a stunning walk through history but also a mystic emerge within the artistic solemnity of the funeral monuments revealing controversies, plots, life stories and dramas. Important political figures, noblemen and women, artists, poets, architects, doctors, the so called ‘crème de la crème’ of Bucharest high society for nearly two centuries, rests here silently.
Terasa Obor (the Obor terrace) is one of those places you wouldn’t normally go to, because, most probably you wouldn’t know about it. However, it is the best places in town to have ‘mici’ not only for it’s long tradition in preparing and serving this delicious bites, but also for the idyllic atmosphere and the authentic character of this place
Travelling with kids can sometimes be a bit of a hassle, especially if there is a significant age gap between them or if the kids like different things. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.
From romantic boating on Cişmigiu and Herăstrău lakes – right in the heart of the city, to water skiing, off road cycling, adventure parks and paragliding for adrenaline rush seekers or authentic horse carriage rides, lake cruises and picnic facilities – less then 30 minutes away from capital’s hustle and bustle. Bucharest and it’s outskirts have a lot to offer in terms of leisure and entertainment.
Suns out, we’re out! If you are much like us and get the al fresco fever once the heat kicks in, you may want to know which some of the best places to chill out this summer are. So, get your shorts on and forget about packed bars ‘cause we've rounded up the best summer terraces in Bucharest.
The summer gardens of Bucharest are the most craved spaces once the heat takes over the city. There’s no better way to spend your days or evenings than surrounded by all sort of decorative plants, trees, and wildflowers.
