Location
Bucharest alone is Romania's political, economic, cultural and industrial epicentre. Initially called Dâmboviţa citadel (as it stands on the Dâmboviţa River), there is a lot to see in the city from the regal and stately Palace of the Parliament to East-bloc concrete apartment buildings. This paradoxical city, that is growing at a fast rate, is a must visit for anyone passing by the continent.
Geography and climate
Spread over 228 km² (88 sq mi) and standing at a height of 60 - 90 m (197–295 ft) is Bucharest. Home to a continental climate, summer in this Romanian city has temperatures of 26°C (79°F) to 27°C (81°F) while in winter, temperature drops to -3°C (27°F) to -5°C (23°F).
Transport
Get around the city easily via the local subway which has 4 lines. Also available are buses, trams, light rail, taxis, private taxis, and trolleybuses.
Interesting Places
- Ateneul Roman
- Biserica Stavropoleos
- Old Center
- Museum of the Romanian Peasant
- Muzeul Satului (Village Museum)
- National Art Museum (estwhile Royal Palace)
Airports
Henri Coandă International Airport (Ptyopeni Airport) and the second airport, Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (aka Băneasa Airport or Bucharest City Airport) are the two airports that serve the Romanian capital. Also, they are the most important airports in the nation.
Accommodation
For a comfortable stay, choose from different architectural styles or designs that you like. Options are Athenee Palace Hilton, Carol Parc Hotel, Comfort Suites, El Greco Hotel, Golden Tulip, Howard Johnson Grand, InterContinental Hotel, JW Marriott and Radisson SAS Hotel.
Society and culture
This Romanian capital houses more than 90% locals. Others here comprise of 7% Hungarians, Gypsies, a few people from Germany and some other from Ukraine. The religion with the most followers is most practiced is Romanian Orthodox. Followers of other forms of Christianity like Protestants and Roman Catholic too are present here.
Other Interesting Attractions of the City
- Do take a bite of local delicacies like Ciorba de burta and sărmăluţe cu mămăligă
- Jewish Community History Museum
- National Museum of Contemporary Art
- “Curtea Veche” (Old Court) Museum
- Revolution Square (Piaţa Revoluţiei)
- The Parliament Palace (Palatul Parlamentului)
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