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December 2nd 2008 by RokiaontheRun
First, to clarify: Boulevard (self explanatory), Strada (Street), Calea (Way), Piata (Square)...
Sunday, November 30 was election day.
Monday, December 1, was a national holiday celebrating 90 years since Romania united its provinces (more or less). This is why there are a lot of flags out and about.
I started a long walk from Boulevardu Tineretului, up to Piata Unirii, and then cut over to Strada Lipscani. I took lots of pictures from the streets around Lipscani, including Smardan, Franceza, Selari Nicolae, Doamnei, Hanul cu Tei, etc...Then, I got on Calea Victoria, passed Piata Revolutiei and continued up Victoria until I reached Piata Victoriei. I have included a link to a good map of Bucuresti, so you can get an idea of the layout:
http://www.sapteseri.ro/en/map/bucharest/
It was a very foggy day and remember it is December, so it looks gloomy enough. I took pictures mainly of buildings and architectural details, though I also took a lot of pictures of graffiti. The graffiti drew me because it was either really weird or funny. I'll translate where necessary.
I have given some information in each caption, so enjoy! I will go back and fill in any information I
Full Text Entry: Pictures From Dec. 1
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Iuliu Maniu statue
The state of Iuliu Maniu is found in the Piata Revolutei. Maniu was a politician who opposed Communism and died in prison.
Piata Revolutiei
Or, Revolution Square, is filled with a wall of the names of people who were killed trying to fight against Communism. As you can see, fresh flower wreaths were put by the memorial to honor them on th... [more]
The Central University Library
The University of Bucharest was created in 1864 by King Carol I. The central library initially housed all the books and reference materials for the University.
The Atheneum
The Atheneum, which was a concert hall built at the turn of the century, is a beautiful concerthall. It is red plush on the inside and there is an interesting mural inside with the history of Romania.... [more]
A Church on Calea Victoriei
Another church I will have to go look up. I wanted to show how small and isolated it looked compared to the aparment blocks on each side. You will constantly find a small church surrounded by aparment... [more]
A House on Calea Victroriei
I will have to look this up. I know it was past the Piata Revolutiei. I think it is likely it is some mansion that managed to escape the buldozers.
George Enescu Museum
George Enescu is a famous Romanian composer. The museum is housed in Cantacuzino Palace, which is very art nouveau.
A Gated Church
Another nameless church up Calea Victoriei. I promise I will look into their names later.
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