Bucharest as we know it today was officially founded in 1459. In the years that followed, Romania has been subject to Ottoman, Hungarian, Russian, and French influence, all of which is worn by Bucharest’s architecture. Home to Vlad the Impaler (the man behind the legend of Dracula) and a city so recently subject to decades …
Discover The Balkans
The Balkans – a geographic region in southeastern Europe- are an underrated destination, though gaining popularity over the last decade with tourists. Greece, Montenegro, Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Albania, Macedonia, Bulgaria, and Romania make up this region, named for the Balkan mountains in Bulgaria. While many might remember this region as one of …
Get to know some of Bucharest’s best cafes and restaurants and what Romanian food you should be ordering there with this guide. Traditional Romanian food is a mountain of indulgence and a broad landscape of local delicacies inspired by centuries of history, empire, and immigration. There is so much to love and explore in both …
Brasov’s Old Town is the historic, architectural, and culinary heart of Brasov. It is where all the best food, coffee, and sights can be enjoyed. That includes the world-famous Black Church, the old defensive fortifications, and more – all of which we will cover here in a complete guide to all the most essential things …