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Văcărești Natural Park: the story of how nature reclaimed an abandoned project in the heart of Bucharest

Văcărești Natural Park: the story of how nature reclaimed an abandoned project in the heart of Bucharest

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From the demolitions and expropriations of the 1980s to its designation as a protected natural area in 2016, the history of Văcărești is the story of an extraordinary transformation in the heart of Bucharest

The Romanian Traditional Costume: What the Embroidered Motifs Say About Each Garment

The Romanian Traditional Costume: What the Embroidered Motifs Say About Each Garment

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The Romanian traditional costume is one of the best-known elements of the country’s cultural heritage. Its colours, cuts, fabrics and, above all, the motifs embroidered on each garment reflect regional traditions, community...

Romanian Villages Where Time Seems to Have Stood Still

Romanian Villages Where Time Seems to Have Stood Still

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Far from large cities and the fast pace of modern life, Romania is home to villages where traditional houses, quiet streets, old churches and crafts passed down through generations create the impression of stepping back in time.

Văcărești Monastery, the lost masterpiece of Bucharest. From the foundation of Nicolae Mavrocordat to its demolition in 1986

Văcărești Monastery, the lost masterpiece of Bucharest. From the foundation of Nicolae Mavrocordat to its demolition in 1986

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On September 24, 1723, Văcărești Monastery was consecrated, becoming one of the most important examples of 18th-century Romanian architecture.

Curtea de Argeș, a tourist destination shaped by medieval heritage and historic monuments

Curtea de Argeș, a tourist destination shaped by medieval heritage and historic monuments

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Curtea de Argeș is one of the Romanian towns where history, architectural heritage and traditions come together in a remarkable collection of tourist attractions, offering visitors the opportunity to discover important landmarks...

Victor Brauner featured on the Romanian postage stamp issue “Famous Romanians”, issued by the Romanian Post in 2018. Source: Wikimedia Commons.

Victor Brauner – The Great Romanian Painter of Surrealism

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Victor Brauner stands among the leading figures of modern European art and is widely regarded as one of the most significant artists of Romanian origin associated with the international Surrealist movement.

Bucharest

Bucharest Day and the History of Capital

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Bucharest, the capital of Romania and the largest city in the country, is the main political, administrative, economic, cultural, and educational center of the Romanian state.

The Maramureș Gates and the Symbols Carved in Wood

The Maramureș Gates and the Symbols Carved in Wood

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In the villages of Maramureș, wood has long been an essential part of the traditional landscape and of the region’s architectural identity.

Under the Autumn Sun: Harvesting Grapes in Romania

Under the Autumn Sun: Harvesting Grapes in Romania

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As the days grow shorter and the mornings become cooler, Romania’s vineyards enter one of the most important moments of the agricultural year.

Biertan, România

The Fortified Churches of Transylvania: A Journey Through History

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In the heart of Transylvania stand some of Romania’s most remarkable medieval monuments: the fortified churches built by the region’s Transylvanian Saxon communities.

„Țesătoare” – Carol Popp de Szathmári, 1908, public domain, Wikimedia Commons.

The Traditional Romanian “Șezătoare”: When Handwork Became a Way of Socializing

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In the villages of Romania in times gone by, evenings followed a very different rhythm.

Nature Getaways: Lakes, Forests and Spectacular Landscapes

Nature Getaways: Lakes, Forests and Spectacular Landscapes

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Romania is one of the European destinations where nature can become the main attraction of a holiday.

Colibița, one of Romania’s most spectacular mountain destinations

Colibița, one of Romania’s most spectacular mountain destinations

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In Bistrița-Năsăud County, in a landscape dominated by forests, mountains and water, Colibița has become one of the increasingly popular tourist destinations in northern Transylvania.

Corvin Castle in Hunedoara, a landmark of Romania’s medieval heritage

Corvin Castle in Hunedoara, a landmark of Romania’s medieval heritage

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An imposing medieval fortress and one of Romania’s best-known historic monuments, Corvin Castle in Hunedoara attracts visitors with its Gothic architecture, rich history and connection to the Hunyadi family, particularly John...

How to Bake the Best Homemade Bread. A simple recipe for a crispy crust and soft, airy crumb

How to Bake the Best Homemade Bread. A simple recipe for a crispy crust and soft, airy crumb

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Homemade bread can be prepared with simple ingredients, without the need for sophisticated equipment.

How to Choose the Best Drinking Water for Daily Consumption? What to Check on the Label

How to Choose the Best Drinking Water for Daily Consumption? What to Check on the Label

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When choosing the water we drink every day, taste and price are not the only criteria that matter.

Quinces, the Scent of Autumn and the Longing for Childhood

Quinces, the Scent of Autumn and the Longing for Childhood

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Autumn does not arrive only with golden leaves, cooler mornings and shorter days.

Autumn in Romania: spectacular landscapes, traditions and unforgettable experiences

Autumn in Romania: spectacular landscapes, traditions and unforgettable experiences

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Autumn is one of the seasons when Romania reveals its diversity at its best.

Grape Harvest in the Moldavia Region, A Tradition That Welcomes the Beginning of Autumn

Grape Harvest in the Moldavia Region, A Tradition That Welcomes the Beginning of Autumn

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In the Moldavia region of Romania, the beginning of autumn is closely associated with one of the oldest and most anticipated activities in vineyards and rural households: the grape harvest.

Can We Still Get a Tan in September? The Last Days of Summer on Black Sea Coast

Can We Still Get a Tan in September? The Last Days of Summer on Black Sea Coast

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September does not necessarily mean the end of the beach season.

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