Enjoy #Bucharest, #Romania

Bucharest is the capital city of Romania. It is the largest city in the country. The city has a population of 1.9 million people. It is made up of 6 "sectors". It became the capital of Romania in 1862. It is the centre of Romanian media, culture and art. Bucharest is the 6th largest city in the European Union by population within city limits.
According to European standards, Bucharest is an old city. The first mention of it appears in 1459. Its eclectic architecture is a mixture of historical, transitional, Communist and modern styles. In the period between the two World Wars, thanks to the elegant urban architecture and ingenuity of the urban elite, Bucharest was named "Paris of the East", or "Little Paris" (Micul Paris).
A trip to Romania's capital, Bucharest, is well worth it. Here you will find culture, spectacular domed roofs, museums and, at the same time, the English-style Cismigiu Park, where you can relax in between sightseeing.
Many tour operators offer affordable packages including flights and hotels. Whether you want to enjoy breakfast high above the rooftops in the middle of the city or prefer to enjoy the peace and quiet outside the city, everyone can decide for themselves according to their preferences and needs.
To get to the many sights in the city, I recommend the very affordable taxis. They are available at every street corner and every location within minutes and will take you to the next highlight.
From the Grand Hotel Bucharest, (22nd floor) you can enjoy impressive views of the Bucharest city center - University square with the Bucharest University Building in the Right, the National Theatre on the left.
Enjoy lunch on the exclusive terrace of the National Theatre.

Some sights
Arch of Triumph
The Bucharest Arch of Triumph may resemble the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, but what makes it unique is the perfect introduction to Romanian history it offers visitors coming to Bucharest for the first time. This 90-foot-tall granite arch in the middle of a busy roundabout was built to commemorate Romanian soldiers who fought in World War I. The names of cities across Romania are carved into the arch to honour the country's soldiers.
Address: Piața Arcul de Triumf

King Mihai I Park, also known as Herăstrău Park
King Michael I Park, or Parcul Regele Mihai I in Romanian, is a stunning green space in the centre of Bucharest that offers countless activities for all ages. Rent a rowboat on the lake, take a boat trip or enjoy a drink and Romanian cuisine in the restaurants. Families can have fun at the playgrounds and skate park or watch summer films at the cultural centre.
King Mihai I Park, also known as Herăstrău Park, is a natural oasis in the city.
To see the breathtaking cherry blossoms in the Japanese Garden, you have to go to the southern part, just behind the Triumphal Arch. Here you are surrounded by cherry trees blooming in pink and white. Small streams babble over rock-lined structures, while stone lanterns and statues create a peaceful atmosphere.
Herastrau Park was created between 1930 and 1936 on what was then mainly marshy land surrounding the (natural) lake.

Adresse: Şoseaua Pavel D. Kiseleff, București, Rumänien – Near the Arc de Triumpf


Romanian Athenaeum
The Romanian Athenaeum is an impressive neoclassical concert hall and Bucharest's most prestigious cultural venue. The interior features a spectacular domed ceiling with elaborate frescoes depicting Romanian history. If you can't make it to a performance by the George Enescu Philharmonic Orchestra, you can visit the magnificent main hall on a guided tour.
If there were an award for the most beautiful building in Bucharest, the Romanian Athenaeum would win by a landslide. The concert hall is an architectural masterpiece, reminiscent of an ancient Greek temple with marble columns and a large domed roof. Inside, the splendour is enhanced by pink marble columns, elaborate tiling and breathtaking murals under an ornately carved ceiling.
Address: Strada Benjamin Franklin 1-3, Bucharest 030167, Romania

Spend time in nature at Cișmigiu Park
Laid out in English style in 1847, Cișmigiu Park features winding paths, a central lake, pretty bridges and plenty of benches to relax on. The gardens are popular with locals playing chess, couples in rowing boats and anyone looking for a break from the urban environment.
Address: Bulevardul Regina Elisabeta, Bucharest 030167, Romania

The Palace of Parliament
Address: Strada Izvor 2-4, Bucharest 050563, Romania


The Cantacuzino Palace
which is also called George Enescu Museum. G. Enescu is a great Romanian composer, known worldwide.
Built in the early 1900, The George Enescu National Museum, housed in the elegant Cantacuzino Palace on Calea Victoriei, celebrates Romania’s greatest composer, violinist, and conductor. George Enescu. Creator of the opera “Oedipe,” and renowed worldwide.

Thanks for the music from Echoes of the Carpathians
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