People of the Jewish faith have lived in Bucharest since the 1500s – longer than anywhere else in Romania. Sephardic Jews were the first to make the city their home, and in the early 1600s, when the Cossacks revolted, this was the catalyst for Ashkenazi Jews to migrate from Ukraine and Poland. In the early…
The House of the Free Press (Casa Presei Libere), located on Piata Presei Libere 1, is an imposing structure located at the gateway to Bucharest. Still referred to as Casa Scanteii, this accomplishment of architect Horia Maicu opened in 1956 to hold the majority of Bucharest’s printing presses. To this day it is still used…
Bucharest Romania is a city with a long and interesting history. It has seen occupation, invasion, renewal and decline. Despite its size relative to other Romanian cities and its long history it only became the capital of the country towards the end of the nineteenth century. Here, we discuss opportunities for investment in Bucharest. History…
The Ultimate Travel Guide to Romania’s “Little Paris” Welcome to Bucharest, a dynamic city of fascinating contrasts and untamed energy. From elegant Belle Époque villas and tree-lined boulevards to massive communist-era structures, the Romanian capital offers an unforgettable travel experience. Often overshadowed by other, more famous European capitals, Bucharest has quietly transformed into a vibrant…