Tourist Attractions & Monuments Romania

The imposing Armenian Church of the Holy Trinity(Sfânta Treime) was built between 1748 and 1804, at a time when Gherla was one of the most important centers of the Armenian community in Eastern Europe. All white, in Transylvanian Baroque style, with three towers, it houses ^14th-century gospels, including one written in Cyprus in 1316. Also on display is a painting attributed to Rubens, The Descent from the Cross. The high altar and secondary altars are decorated with typically Baroque paintings and statues.

He lives in an Orthodox synagogue built in 1926. This municipal museum, inaugurated in 2018, will tell you that the first Jewish community was established in the city in 1722. In 1870, it splits in two, between Orthodox and Reformers. The floor is dedicated to the Second World War and the Holocaust: the city's annexation to Hungary, the adoption of anti-Semitic laws, ghettoization and deportation to death camps.

In the small town of Carei, 36 km southwest of Satu Mare, this superb Baroque castle is well worth a visit. Built in 1792 by the powerful Károlyi family on the site of a ^15th-century fortress, it was transformed again in 1894 to take on its current eclectic, medieval castle form: several towers were added and the facades decorated with Romantic and Neo-Gothic elements. The interiors, furnished with period furniture, recreate the atmosphere of a late ^19th-century aristocratic residence.

Housed in a 1936 Art Deco building, it features historical, ethnographic and archaeological collections. The ethnographic section, with its rich collections of ceramics, textiles and other everyday objects, reflects the multiculturalism of the region. The history section focuses in particular on the interwar period, with interesting reconstructions (café, social salon, etc.). The art section, located in the piața Libertății, exhibits works by Romanian artists such as Corneliu Baba, Ion Jalea and Aurel Popp, all natives of the region.

This beautiful neoclassical church, with its domed roof and Corinthian column façade, was built between 1830 and 1837. Its two tall towers make it recognizable throughout the city. Inside, you'll notice the organ with over 4,000 pipes and the Carrara marble high altar. A Catholic cathedral, the place is mainly frequented by the Hungarian community of the city and region. Nearby, in strada 1 Decembrie 1918, you can see the bishop's palace (1851), also in neoclassical style.

The foundation stone of this baroque building was laid in 1731 by Peter Solderer, the mayor of the town, for the German community. The façade, decorated with the town's coat of arms, was restored in 1782 in Renaissance style. Its external appearance was further modified during the restoration of 1935. Near its main entrance, on the right-hand side, you will find an inscription in Arabic, a sign of the Ottoman occupation of the city and which refers to the Turkish baths on which the old town hall (Primăria veche) was built.

Southwest of the centre, on the other side of the Bega river, you will happily get lost in the residential areas of Elizabetin and Iosefin. The large houses are not always in good condition, but are nevertheless elegant. Streets with a village character, sometimes paved, small quiet squares, a lively market and the rarity of cars also make the charm of these places. Among the points of interest: the Reformed Church (strada Cipariu 1) of Pastor László Tőkés. This is where the very first rally against Ceaușescu was formed on December 15, 1989.

Three large squares line the route: Piața Victoriei, opposite the cathedral, is undoubtedly the busiest, with its cafés and terraces. Piața Libertății is the main tramway station. Note at no. 7 the former military casino, in late Baroque style. Finally, Piața Unirii, with its square surrounded by ^18th-century buildings, is a meeting point for locals. Between these two squares, the streets are pleasant and colorful. Among them is the Catholic Episcopal Palace (strada Augustin Pacha), a remarkable Baroque building dating from 1752.

It occupies the Baroque Palace, one of the most striking buildings on Union Square. Built in 1754, its restored interiors are extremely elegant, with superb carved wooden doors and walls featuring a wealth of Rococo and neo-Renaissance ornamentation. The museum's five permanent exhibitions are dedicated to ancient Banat painting and icons, modern Romanian art, the famous painter Corneliu Baba and European art. The museum also hosts interesting temporary exhibitions and various cultural events.

Housed in a decrepit former military barracks, this association-run memorial is an essential stop-off point for immersing yourself in the genesis of the Romanian Revolution. It traces the chronology of the uprising in Timișoara, and then the entire country. The exhibition is supported by numerous black-and-white period photos, offering a man's-eye view of the events. The main panels are translated into English, and a rather well-made documentary, available in French, is screened upstairs. The association's staff can also guide you through the rooms. One of them features a series of children's drawings, produced shortly after the revolution, forming a mosaic of hard-hitting and touching glimpses of events. Another room shows miniatures of the twelve sculptures of remembrance scattered around the city. Each has its own significance: one is dedicated to the mothers of the victims, another to the children killed during the repression, and so on. The memorial features maps indicating their location and meaning. Throughout the exhibition, you'll also find emblematic objects: flags with holes in them (symbols of the revolution), police uniforms or demonstrators' clothes... A chapel has even been reconstituted, in memory of the 104 people killed in Timișoara, four of whom have never been identified. While the lack of resources is palpable, the visit is nonetheless instructive and emotionally charged.

Ideal for discovering the (admittedly frozen) fauna of the marshes and the Danube. The museum is located in the Botanical Gardens in the south of the city. This one is also part of the complex, with its various sections: flora of the world, flora of Romania, medicinal flora, rose garden, Japanese garden... The complex also includes an astronomical observatory, a planetarium and an aquarium, presenting the species of the lower Danube, but also many exotic fish.

The city's emblem, this imposing palace was built between 1908 and 1913 in the Transylvanian Secession style, according to the plans of Budapest-born architects Marcell Komor and Jakab Dezső. This duo also designed the nearby town hall. On the outside, its massive form is softened by its coloured tiles, mosaics, stained glass windows, bas-reliefs and statues. A visit to the interiors of this amazing building is a must: created by members of the Art School of Gödöllő, they are a true demonstration of Hungarian decorative and applied arts. The paintings and stained-glass windows, with original colours and patterns, create a very special atmosphere. The hall is a masterpiece in itself, where green, blue and gold dominate, as well as floral motifs. In the staircase, the stained glass windows depict portraits of historical figures, signed by Miksa Róth, a great master of Hungarian Art Nouveau stained glass. On the first floor, the Hall of Mirrors (Sala oglinzilor) has two Venetian mirrors and twelve valuable stained glass windows, evoking scenes from everyday life in Transylvania or Sicilian legends.

The large concert hall, which today houses the local philharmonic orchestra, is decorated with plant and animal motifs, purple and gold, inspired by Transylvanian folk art. It also has a gigantic organ with more than 4,000 pipes.

The building also houses the Museum of Art, which exhibits works by Romanian and Hungarian artists of the 19th and 20th centuries.

This city (not to be confused with the Dacian capital Sarmizegetusa Regia) was the main settlement in Roman Dacia, and was home to many institutions. Founded by Emperor Trajan shortly after the conquest of Dacia in 106 as Colonia Ulpia Traiana Augusta Dacica Sarmizegetusa, it had a population of 20,000 to 30,000. Today, only the foundations of the citadel remain, allowing us to imagine its past grandeur and remarkable organization. You'll recognize the Augustan palace (whose courtyard hosted meetings of the Dacian High Council), the 5,000-seat amphitheater, the forum with its tall marble columns, villas and temples. The entire city has yet to be uncovered, and excavations are continuing. As is often the case, until the early ^19th century, the stones were used as building materials by local villagers.

Not far from the archaeological site, in the village of Sarmizegetusa, the museum is a useful complement to a visit to the remains. Here you'll find objects found during excavations and reconstructions: amphorae, farming tools, games, a model of the amphitheatre (with its special effects machine!), fragments of bronze statues, school tablets, sundials, lead pipes for distributing water..

Sarmizegetusa is 16 km from Hațeg, on the road to Caransebeș. The (rare) buses between Hațeg and Reșița or Deva and Zeicani stop here.

Built between 1862 and 1865, to plans by Viennese architect Ignaz Schumann, it features an eclectic style, using elements of Moorish architecture, in vogue at the time. Its facade, framed by two massive towers, is covered in exposed brick and ceramic tiles. The grandeur of the building is a reminder that, at the turn of the century, Timișoara had a very large Jewish population: it numbered over 12,000, compared with a few hundred today. Most emigrated to Israel under Ceaușescu.

The citadel of Deva is considered one of the most important medieval fortresses in Transylvania. Situated atop a volcanic cone over 180 m high, it dominates the town and the Mureș valley, as well as the main road linking Romania to western and central Europe. It was built around the middle of the ^13th century, on the ruins of Daco-Roman fortifications. Traces of human occupation dating back to the Neolithic period have even been found on the site. The citadel has been restored and reconfigured over time, according to the needs of its owners. In the ^15th century, the voivode Iancu de Hunedoara (János Hunyadi) transformed it into a fortified castle, which played a major role during the Ottoman invasions. In the ^16th and ^18th centuries, the second and third perimeter walls were built. During the Transylvanian Revolution of 1784, the fortress served as a refuge for nobles fleeing the uprising campaigns. Fierce battles ensued between the imperial garrison and the rebels. The citadel was restored after 1817, by order of Emperor Franz ^I. But in 1849, a fire caused by the explosion of the ammunition depot largely destroyed the imposing structure. Today, thanks to extensive restoration work, it is possible to get an idea of the past grandeur of the city of Deva.

It can be reached either by cable car, or on foot via marked paths through the woods on the slopes of the hill. The view from the top is extraordinary.

Nestled in the forest at an altitude of 1,105 metres, it contains an enormous block of ice some 4,000 years old, set in a 48-metre-deep cave. It is one of the only caves of its kind in Europe. It was first explored in the ^19th century, then by Emil Racoviță in the early ^20th century. You'll see magnificent natural ice sculptures, which change with the seasons. Access to the cave is via stairs, some of them very steep and vertiginous. Be sure to bundle up: even in summer, the thermometer barely rises above zero.

The citadels of Ponor(Cetățile Ponorului) are a fascinating natural site, popular with speleologists. It's one of Europe's most grandiose karstic landscapes, with waterfalls and astonishing formations, along an underground river that runs through a 4 km tunnel. It's reached by a beautiful hike, very rugged in places, starting from Cabana Padiș (12 km, 6h, blue dot marking). Boulders over 70 m high mark the entrance to the cave. To explore it, it's best to be accompanied by experienced cavers.

The town center is built around the long Place des Roses, with its central pedestrian walkway. It's a great place to start exploring. The square is lined with pleasant terraces and beautiful buildings. Not-to-be-missed buildings include the eclectic Bányai House (no. 12) and the Baroque Toldalagi Palace (no. 11). At its southern end, piața Victoriei is home to the Town Hall, typical of neo-Romanian architecture, and the emblematic Palace of Culture, a jewel of Art Nouveau. At the other end of piața Trandafirilor stands a large neo-Byzantine Orthodox cathedral built in 1938. Its interior decoration is superb and its dimensions are deliberately imposing, to make the neighboring Baroque Catholic church (1728) jealous. Just in front, you'll see the statue of Avram Iancu, hero of the 1848 Transylvanian revolution. Not far away, at the end of a long mineral square, stands the City Theatre, a perfect example of Communist architecture. To the northeast of the square, slightly set back and elevated, stands the medieval citadel.

A few steps west of piața Trandafirilor (strada Aurel Filimon, 21), don't miss the city's magnificent synagogue. This apricot-colored eclectic building was built in 1899-1900 for the Neologue community, who wanted a place of worship separate from Orthodox Jews. Particularly well preserved, the building is simply stunning. Its rich ornamentation is sumptuous.

The highest point in the Banat mountain range, with the Piatra Goznei peak at 1,447 m, the Semenic Mountains are perfect for hikes accessible to all. The Semenic-Caraș Gorges National Park covers an area of 36,624 ha. It is characterized by vast beech and fir forests distributed between modest river valleys and peaks over 1,200 m in altitude, peaks, dolines, gorges, plateaus, but also orchards and pastures. The altitude is therefore quite low, and Mediterranean influences are evident. There are 1,086 species of Mediterranean and Balkan plants living side by side. Invertebrates include 56 endemic species and 45 rare species. Vertebrate species include the horned viper, Europe's most venomous species, and birds of prey such as the short-toed eagle and the spotted eagle. Ten mammal species have been counted, including wolf, Carpathian deer and lynx. The park also boasts numerous caves, home to many endemic species. Interesting sites include the beautiful beech forest of the Izvoarele Nerei reserve and the Comarnic cave. The latter is located to the north of the Anina Mountains, on the left side of the Comarnic Valley, at 440 m altitude. It is the longest cave in the region (4,040 m). Its galleries are large and rich in stalagmites, the spectacle of which never fails to delight visitors.

It's organized around piața Republicii, the long central square lined with colorful Austro-Hungarian houses. Most of the interesting buildings are located around it, including the Municipal Theater, one of the city's most beautiful monuments, built between 1901 and 1904. Located at the northern end of the square (no. 52), it also houses the municipal library. At the far end (strada 1 Decembrie 1918, no. 28), the neo-Renaissance Town Hall dates from 1884-1886. From piața Republicii, a porch leads to the dynamic market.

This park, steeped in history, is a delight to stroll through amidst century-old trees. It was inaugurated in 1906, on the occasion of a jubilee exhibition. Built on Filaret Hill, south of the capital, it offers one of the few panoramic views of the city. In the center, a 48-meter high mausoleum houses the tomb of the Unknown Soldier. You'll also see a scale model of the Poienari citadel (one of Vlad Țepeș's lairs), which serves as a water tower. Further south, the Youth Park(Tineretului), created under Communism, is much larger and boasts a large lake.

This long pedestrian shopping street, full of cafés, is almost always bustling with activity. It's lined with colorful Baroque and Secession buildings, some of which have been beautifully restored. Art Nouveau gems include the Apollo Palace (no. 16), an immaculately white building dating from 1912, and the Stern Palace (no. 10), built in 1904, with its magnificent floral friezes inspired by traditional Hungarian motifs. And let's not forget the superb Moskovits Miksa Palace, with its petrol-blue walls, plant motifs and superb ironwork.

Built at the same time as the Catholic Cathedral, it rises on the other side of piața Unirii, to which it has its back. Its facade faces Ungurianu street. The building, which blends Baroque and classical styles, returned to the Serbian community after its separation from the Romanian Orthodox Church in 1865. The adjoining Episcopal Palace, the seat of the Serbian Orthodox bishopric, also dates from the 18th century, but its façade was rebuilt in 1905 in a neo-Serbian style.

This is the only remaining bastion of the nine in the Timișoara fortress, built in the ^18th century in the Vauban style. The bastions formed the third and final circle of the fortification, the innermost. The whole complex was almost entirely demolished in 1892, to allow for the development of the city. Renovated, the Theresia bastion now houses temporary exhibitions organized by the Banat Museum, as well as bar-restaurants, an art gallery and a museum dedicated to the cartoonist Popa (Wednesday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.).

Between Piața Victoriei and the Arc de Triomphe, Chaussée Kiseleff(șoseaua Kiseleff), named after a ^19th-century Russian governor, forms a pleasant promenade. The street is first lined on either side by a park, then offers a succession of superb residences, including a few embassies. The Palacio Elisabeta (no. 28), dating from 1937, is one of the most beautiful. Others include Casa Doina (no. 4) and Casa Titulescu (no. 47). All these palaces date back to the heyday of Bucharest, when daring architecture was the rule.

It escaped destruction under Communism, but like the Antim monastery on the other side of Unirii boulevard, it's been squeezed between blocks of flats. Built by Matei Basarab in 1636, it was embellished by Cantacuzino in 1775. The door is protected by a porch, whose six columns are beautifully decorated with plant motifs. Inside, you'll see numerous portraits: Matei Basarab, Ștefan and Constantin Cantacuzino, Princess Păuna..

Considered one of Bucharest's most beautiful buildings, this mansion has been restored to its former glory after years of neglect. Its name, "Mița la cycliste", refers to the woman who occupied the premises, Maria Mihăescu, the first woman to ride a bicycle in Bucharest and a key figure in the Bucharest social scene in the first half of the 20th century. She was known for her "extravagances", but above all she was a free woman ahead of her time. This magnificent example of Art Nouveau now houses a cultural center, a bookshop and a cocktail bar.

This vast cemetery is the equivalent of Père Lachaise in Paris. It was created in 1858, on land made available by Baron Barbu Bellu. It's a quiet place, immersed in greenery, really pleasant. You feel as if you're wandering through a wood where a few graves have been laid out. Here you'll find the graves of personalities such as Mihai Eminescu, the national poet, and playwright Ion Luca Caragiale. They lie alongside members of wealthy local families, who competed to build the most beautiful tombs, such as the imposing Cantacuzènes mausoleum.

The church is named after and houses the tomb of Constantin Brâncoveanu's daughter, who died in 1751. Built in 1885, it is the fourth version, the previous three having suffered fire, flood and earthquake. Its brick and orange colors stand out beautifully against the gray buildings that surround it. The stained-glass windows from Vienna and the chandelier made in Munich are remarkable. In the courtyard is a statue dedicated to the princess, made in 1881.

Hard to miss. Still topped with dozens of satellite dishes, the Palace of Telephones(Palatul Telefoanelor) would not be out of place in Gotham City. Inaugurated in 1934, this building, reminiscent of the old New York skyscrapers, bears witness to the architectural follies of the time. For many years, it was the tallest building in the city, standing at 52.50 m. It is emblematic of the Art Deco style, well represented in Bucharest with the Ambasador and Lido hotels on Magheru boulevard, and the Union International Center on strada Câmpineanu.

A neo-Brâncovenesc monument, the Palace of the Institute of Architecture(Palatul institutului de arhitectură), built between 1921 and 1927 by Grigore Cerchez, houses the Ion Mincu University of Architecture and Urban Planning, named after this great architect and promoter of the neo-Romanian style. Its facade, recently cleaned, shows just how beautiful the city could be if the same treatment were given to the many buildings blackened by car fumes.

This austere 1950 building first housed the Ministry of the Interior, before becoming the headquarters of the Communist Party. It was from the balcony of this building that, on December 21, 1989, Ceaușescu delivered his last speech, interrupted by the crowd. The next day, after a night of chaos, the dictator and his wife fled by helicopter from the roof, and demonstrators invaded the palace. The palace housed the Senate until 2005, when it was returned to its original function.

It is a beautiful church, the remains of a 16th century monastery founded by the Wallachian prince Alexandru II. It is flowery, colourful and well maintained. It is a quiet and restful place, a stone's throw from the wide and noisy boulevards. The chapel is superb, with its interior walls, domes and ceilings entirely covered with polychrome paintings, highlighted by beautiful green columns. This can be reached by driving along the Dâmbovița, from Piața Unirii, and turning right at Bucur Church.

This tiny church perched above the Dâmbovița is wedged between a concrete block and a glass building. It was erected in the ^17th century by monks from the nearby Radu Vodă monastery, on the site of an older church whose construction is attributed to Bucur the Shepherd(Bucur Ciobanul), the legendary founder of Bucharest. Anecdotally, bucur means "joy", making Bucharest the "city of joy". The small hill has been beautifully landscaped, with arbors, flowers and benches making for a very pleasant setting.

There are still three Jewish cemeteries in Bucharest. One, Sephardic, is near the Bellu cemetery, on the other side of Piața Eroii Revoluției. Another Sephardic cemetery is located further south, in the Giurgiului district (șoseaua Giurgiului, 62). With around 40,000 graves, it's the largest. A monument has been erected here for the victims of the 1941 pogrom perpetrated in the capital. Finally, the Filantropia cemetery (bulevardul Mihalache, 91) is reserved for Ashkenazi Jews. Founded in 1865, it contains some 30,000 graves. It also houses an oratory.

This square is above all a vast crossroads where subways, streetcars and buses are constantly crossing. You're in the heart of a working-class southern district. On the other hand, it's a very lively place. Between the blocks and the power plant, you'll see vast markets that attract sometimes impressive crowds. In the south of the city, block districts follow one another: Vitan (home to the Bucureşti Mall), Berceni, Rahova... Ferentari is known as the city's largest Roma district, and is very much underprivileged.

Housed in a handsome, massive neo-Brâncovenesc building dating from 1906, it is divided into fourteen sections: Romanian geology, hydrocarbons, paleontology, paleobotany... The basement contains fluorescent minerals in astonishing colors. You can admire a fine collection of stones from all over the world and learn more about the tectonic plates that episodically shake Romania. There are also numerous reproductions of dinosaurs.

A superb house built in the Tudor style in 1940-1941 for the engineer Dumitru Minovici. Bequeathed to the Romanian Academy by his wife, with a collection of over 900 objects, it has been transformed into a museum. You'll see Flemish tapestries, paintings by European artists, furniture, stained glass, medieval and modern weapons... and a library of rare books. The house is surrounded by a beautiful garden, with sculptures and a pond.

Strada Paris runs through a superb neighborhood. Its streets, named after capitals from around the world, are lined with bold mansions in perfect condition. Some of them house embassies. Few cars, many trees. Ivy, Virginia creeper and arbors create an almost village-like atmosphere. Strada Paris leads to Piaţa Dorobanţilor, the heart of this upscale district, where opulent houses stand side by side with luxurious shops and renowned restaurants.

A paradise for cartography enthusiasts. Opened in 2003, this museum features over 1,000 maps and engravings, dating from the ^16th to the ^20th century: of Romania, continents, cities and even the sky. The changing perception of the world, wars, propaganda... it's all here! The setting doesn't spoil anything: the museum occupies a beautiful neo-Gothic house from the 1920s, adorned with stained-glass windows and ceilings painted... with maps again! A fascinating journey through time and space.

Located south of Cotroceni, at the end of Eroilor Boulevard, it is a building that is hard to miss if you are driving through this part of the city. Very massive and square, it rises on one of the rare reliefs of the capital. Built in 1938 by Duiliu Marcu, it houses on its esplanade a statue in memory of the heroes of the fatherland (Eroilor Patriei), soldiers who fought for the country's freedom during the Second World War. The building housed the Nazi authorities during this period. It is now home to the National Defense University.

This cemetery is home to Nicolae Ceauşescu's grave, located on the left-hand side. His wife Elena is buried nearby. Not far away is also their son Nicu, who died of cirrhosis in 1996 after a life of debauchery. Their three graves are permanently decorated with flowers and lit with candles by those nostalgic for that period. The cemetery also has a military section, where fallen soldiers are laid to rest. Across the street is the Turkish cemetery, originally an Ottoman military cemetery.

Located near Piaţa Amzei, this synagogue is the oldest in the city still in use. Built in 1840, it is renowned for its architectural style, with neo-Moorish influences, and for the beauty of its interior hall (carved wooden balconies...). Outside, bas-reliefs adorn the tympanums above the doors. The higher one on the façade depicts the Ten Commandments. After a long period of closure, the synagogue was restored in 2007 and is now used by the Lubavitch community.

The Church of the Icon(biserica Icoanei) is located near the park of the same name. It dates from the ^19th century and owes its name to one of its icons: a ^17th-century representation of the Virgin Mary, donated by the Wallachian prince Constantin Brâncoveanu. The white exterior is finely sculpted in places. The interiors are dazzling: the walls are covered with frescoes and gilding is omnipresent. Set back from the main boulevards, the district, characterized by a pleasant lack of architectural harmony, is full of charm.

It occupies a house reminiscent of a ship, built in 1910 by Admiral Vasile Urseanu. As president of the Astronomical Society at the time, he wanted to give as many people as possible access to the sky. The building features a dome with an opening roof, housing the telescope. Today, astronomical observations are made from the roof terrace. Telescopes are used to observe the sun, its eruptions and other stars. The permanent exhibition is open to groups only.

Visitors come here as much for the works on display as for the building that houses them: Casa Melik, named after the family who lived there in the ^19th century. One of the capital's oldest and most beautiful homes, it was built in 1750 by a wealthy Armenian merchant. It serves as a showcase for the collection bequeathed in the 1960s by the Răut couple. In addition to paintings, engravings and drawings by Romanian artist Theodor Pallady, you'll admire European paintings from the ^16th to the ^19th century, sculptures, furniture, pottery and other precious objects.

Everyone knows this building in the middle of a crossroads in Bucharest. It's a fire watch and warning tower, built in 1891 to replace an earlier one erected in 1715. At the time, it housed a large water tank, fire pumps and horses to transport them. It was used by firefighters until 1935, when it became a museum that recently closed its doors.

In the heart of a beautiful residential area, this museum presents the private collection of Armenian merchant Krikor Zambaccian (1889-1962), one of the richest in Romania. Bequeathed to the state in 1947, it includes the country's only Cézanne, as well as works by Renoir, Sisley, Picasso, Matisse and Romanian artists of the late ^19th and early ^20th centuries such as Brâncuşi, Baba, Pallady, Luchian and Grigorescu. A treasure trove displayed in a superb mansion, which this art enthusiast had purpose-built to house his collection.

Located at the intersection of Iuliu Maniu and Geniului Boulevards, very close to Cotroceni Palace, the Monumentul Eroilor din Arma Geniului (Monument to the Heroes of the Weapon of Genius), nicknamed "the Lion" (Leul), is an imposing bronze statue. Symbolizing resistance and courage, it was erected in 1926 and is dedicated to the soldiers who fought in the First World War. The inscription on the pedestal reads, "Tell future generations that we made the supreme sacrifice on the battlefield, for the entire nation. »

At the junction of two boulevards, this church, which looks like an Ionic temple, does not go unnoticed. It's right next to the Greek Embassy. The two buildings were built at the end of the 19th century, as a result of the efforts of the Greek community and its diplomats. The church was recently renovated, hence its very bright façade. In the front garden there is a bust of Rigas Velestinlis, an 18th century Greek writer, who lived in Bucharest for a time. A national hero, he defended the independence of the Balkan peoples under the Ottomans.