One of the most extraordinary stories of the Cold War links Romanian dictator Nicolae Ceaușescu with Jean-Bédel Bokassa, the self-proclaimed Emperor of the Central African Empire. At the center of this political and human drama stands Gabriela Drâmbă, a young Romanian woman whose life was quietly reshaped by secret diplomacy. On July 28, 1973, Bokassa paid an official visit to Bucharest, where Ceaușescu received him with great ceremony.

What were the most popular articles that we wrote? Well, here is a magical list: Number 1 Most people want to know how to use the subway system. Number 2 The need for cool products from Romania is strong. Number 3 Where should you go for you Techno nights? Number 4 Where should you go for a drink that has a very unique setting?

Romania (whose name itself comes from "Rome") was once home to the Roman province of Dacia. Today, you can visit ancient ruins, thermal baths, and fortresses that have stood for nearly two millennia. 1. Ulpia Traiana Sarmizegetusa (Hunedoara County) What it is: The former capital of Roman Dacia, founded by Emperor Trajan after his victory over the Dacians. Why visit:

Capricorn is the Architect. Ruled by Saturn (the planet of time, history, and discipline) and represented by the Mountain Goat, Capricorns value tradition, high quality, history, and overcoming difficult climbs. They don't look for cheap thrills; they want places with substance, prestige, and endurance. Here are the best places to visit in Romania for a Capricorn. 1. Peleș Castle (Sinaia)

The holidays are here and maybe you experienced some snow so here are some of the things you might have missed in Romania or you enjoyed. People dressed up as bears Part of old new year celebration where you scare off evil spirits. What should I visit? Small towns with their own traditions Bucharest Christmas Decorations Big city with a big heart and an obsession with Christmas decorations.

Most Romanians go out of the big cities to spend Christmas with their families. In the mountains there is a higher chance of getting snow, experiencing the heart and soul of Romanian cuisine and traditions that have been kept for generations. So... after reading some articles, here are some things that I found out. 1. The Singing Neighbors (Colindatul) On Christmas Eve, the streets come alive!

Here are some tips to help you navigate the end of the year in Romania. When do Christmas Markets end in Romania and What places are open for the holidays + other fun facts and helpful information for the holidays! When do Christmas markets in Romania end? Most of them end on the 4th of January, but have a look below for more info.

DraculasGuidetoRomania has been working hard this year on a personal level, so not as many articles as you deserve, but we hope that you enjoy the work put in for these mini articles. Arad Not usually on my list of recommended places to go to, but it is close to Timisoara, it is the underrated little brother. Maybe if you are looking for a less crowded destination this winter, this is the option.

Romanians love nostalgic music. So imagine a place where you bring older celebirities, retro activities a sort of reliving the 2000's and late 90's. Might not sound incredible for you but it is loads of fun and if everyone around you is having fun you are bound to have fun. More information on their website:

Pastor David Wright will be bringing something special from the US, a long-standing tradition of gospel music with soul and RnB elements. Date Thursday 18th December, 19:00 and entrance at 18:30 Locaiton: Florin Piersic Cinema

Back in the day cities of Romania were very mixed, bringing people from all across the Balkans and even further away. Minorities made city life what it is today, in a way enhancing the normal day-to-day experiences. And there is one fundamental experience that everyone just understands. Having a cold drink during the summer. And guess what you would enjoy? A cold drink of Braga!

Hope you are ready for some more recommendations! Winter is coming, and I was trying to think of some places that fit the season. Prejmer - Fortified church near Brasov Get a car and explore the region of Brasov; besides the beautiful forested areas and fortresses, you can find a couple really cool fortified churches. Prejmer is the easiest one to get to, but even closer to Brasov is Harman.

The most iconic building in the city of Bucharest, a symbol of the display of power of a political regime, and a reminder of the sacrifices that need to be made to make such a giant statement. A building of superlatives 1100 rooms, 20.000 people working day in day out, 700 architects, 220.000 square meters of carpets, 9.000 building demolished for the new administrative center, and tunnels over tunnels with legends and conspiracies.

If it's Christmas and it's balet then it is The Nut Cracker! Date Saturday and Sunday, 13th and 14th of December at 19:00 Location - Sala Palatului Tickets:

What you need to know about Bucharest is that each part of the city has its own personality, and all the good places are not necessarily located in one spot. So as someone that loves winter drinks, here are some of the best locations to warm up your heart and body with some warm drinks. Mara Mura - Close to the Romanian Atheneum…

Aria presents an evening of Christmas charm and timeless music in one of Romania’s most impressive venues.Join us for a concert filled with warmth and emotion, where Cvartet Sonore will perform a selection of classic carols and festive melodies that capture the spirit of the season. Seats are not reserved, you can sit anywhere in the venue. We recommend arriving 30 minutes earlier.

There will be 7 Christmas Markets avaialable scattered allthroughout town, the busiest ones will be the first 2, while 3, 5 and 6 will be easy to get to from Old Town and the rest are an adventure for you to discover. 1. Bucharest Christmas Market This is the main Christmas fair organized by the Capital City Hall in Constitution Square…

Happy to anounce that this series focused on the zodiac has a new AI here to deliver... Gemini, which has a fitting name for this series. As before I will be adding suggestions to based on what was written before. The zodiac sign that follows Scorpio is Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21). If Scorpio is the detective of the zodiac, Sagittarius is the…

Holidays are coming and winter themes are starting to pop up. Garden Lights in the Botanical Gardens of Bucharest and Cluj If you are looking for a light show, this winter will be magical in 2 of the largest cities of Romania. Brasov A reminder that Brasov is a cool city worth visiting and expect to see many people in the weekend going to the Christmas Market.

Romania_.maps on Instagram has the answers for you. Bucharest has a couple markets going on and they have different starting dates, but this should help with the rest:

As a tour guide, this cathedral is a new tourist destination and a great opportunity to share stories that give context to this building. People's Salvation Cathedral is the name of the cathedral, although I usually translate it as The Cathedral of the Salvation of the People. This cathedral is a promise for taking all the church money to fund World War 1, and it's a promise that we keep today.