Romania
Romania, a republic on the lower Danube River in southeastern Europe, is bounded by the Black Sea on the east, Ukraine and Moldova on the northeast, Ukraine on the north, Hungary and Serbia on the west, and Bulgaria on the south. The name Romania came into being in 1862, following the 1859 unification of the principalities of Moldavia and Walachia, then under Turkish rule, and emphasizes Romania's Latin heritage as the Roman province of Dacia during the 2d and 3d centuries. Romania became independent from the Ottoman Empire in 1877 and was free until the Communist takeover in 1947. The articles included herein provide information on Romania, Romania tourism and travel guide on vacation spots and destinations in Romania.
Romania's Spring And Summer Festivals
There is no other country in Europe well so worth visiting… Romania has a very pleasant climate, a great variety of landscapes, many festivals and folk tradition. See more!
Famous People From Romania
Foreign tourists consider Romanians among the warmest and most hospitable people on Earth. Romania is also associated with big names in arts, science and sports. Read more in this article!
Religion And Tourism - Tismana Monastery
Tismana Monastery - also named "the Star of Orthodoxy" - is one of the oldest and the most representative orthodox monasteries in Romania. See more about it in this article.
Museums in Ploieşti
"Museums enable people to explore collections for inspiration, learning and enjoyment." Read about "The National Oil Museum" and "The History And Archaeology Museum", located in Ploieşti, a beautiful city in Romania.
Economy – The National Bank of Romania
The National Bank of Romania (NBR) is the only institution invested with the power to issue notes and coins and its main task is to ensure and maintain price stability. Find out more about NBR, a brief history of the bank – when and how it was created.
Ploiesti – The City Of "Black Gold"
Situated in the south – eastern Romania, with a population of over 250,000 inhabitants, Ploiesti is one of Romania’s most important cities, on the second place after Bucharest as for the industrial production. Find out more!
Sibiu - The Cultural Capital of Europe in 2007
Attracting visitors from all over the world, Sibiu, the European cultural capital, is indeed a site to see. From architecture and important museums, the nature that surrounds it aligns in the picture, enhancing the beauty of this city.
Romanian’s most dear song
The "doina" is the name of an old Romanian melody played with a special instrument named "tulnic". It is an unique expression of these people’s souls.
Romanian Traditions -The Maiden Fair
One of the Romanian traditions that survived to this times, the "Maiden Fair" is an incredibly enjoyable day for the people living in that region to gather on the mountain top of the Gaina Mountain. See more!
The Romanian Art of Pottery
Pottery is a tradition in Romania rooted deep into the history of this country. Using natural, unique tools, they produce their traditional bowls, plates, vases in various, surprising ways!
Romanian Easter Customs, Beliefs and Rituals
Loaded with traditions, the Easter in Romania is celebrated with great respect for Christ given to the fact that almost all Romanians are Christians. From the Easter Bunny to the special Easter lamb meal, the Romanians make this celebration colorful and highly cherished.
Romanian Traditions: Dragobete's Day
Part of an ancient Romanian tradition, Dragobete is comparable to Valentine’s Day but it is of course the Romanian way of celebrating it. See more about its charm in the article below.
"Martisor"-A Beautiful Messenger of Spring
Martisor is a Romanian traditional mark for the beginning of spring. People give them to their loved ones – especially boys/men to their girlfriends/ wives. See more about the origins of this tradition!
Ways into the land of Maramures
The land of Maramures located in the north part of Romania, offers splendid views and breath taking panoramas. It is a true massage for your soul!
Sighetu Marmatiei, an Ancient city of Romania
Unique in Romania and in the world, the county of Maramures hosts its second largest town Sighetul Marmatiei. It has seen a lot in its long history and some of its attraction points are presented right here. See some more about it!
Sinaia
A great place for health and vacation, Sinaia is a town in Romania, also called "The Pearl of the Carpathians". It is indeed so, as it hosts castles like Peles Palace, which is one of the best maintained royal palaces in Europe. Here rest, health, fun and history are holding hands and offer the best combination for body and soul! See for yourself!
Romania
Unique tradition, wonderful landscapes and virgin forests along with friendly and open people, Romania makes a great place to visit and once visited, you’re surely coming back!
Romania- Land Of Nature
Due to a lack of openness and transparency, Romania was one of the countries that were not visited before the communist regime fell. Nowadays, Romania is considered a land of countless undiscovered treasures!
Romania Permits Abortion for Raped 11-year-old
Late-term abortion in UK was one option for Romanian girl reportedly raped by uncle
All the Jam's a Stage for Romanian Traffic Police
Police sent to ballet classes to help manage traffic with grace and reduce road rage
Italian Woman's Murder Prompts Expulsion Threat to Romanians
EU citizens judged to be security risk face removal·24-year-old Gypsy held over fatal beating
Home Office Shuts the Door on Bulgaria and Romania
Rift with Foreign Office as chief constables and councils warn that they can't cope with EU migrants.
Romania Suspends President Basescu
Romania's parliament today suspended the president, Traian Basescu, from office for alleged abuse of power, plunging one of the EU's newest members into political crisis.
Romania Mps Vote to Suspend President
Romania was thrown into political uncertainty yesterday after its parliament voted to suspend the president in the first step towards impeaching him.
Diary
Oddly, Lembit Opik was not among the 22 MPs who signed an early day motion last October calling on the house to recognise that Romania would be joining the EU. Could this be because it was at about that time that the lovable Lib Dem Lothario was discovering for himself the remarkable richness of Romanian arts and culture. By Jon Henley
Stern Jobs Warning As Bulgaria and Romania Join Eu
Workers face £1,000 fines if they breach restrictions - Visitors will have access to free NHS treatment
Romania's Dark Past Casts Shadow on New Dawn
As they prepare to join the EU tomorrow, Romanians are also confronting the legacy of Ceausescu now that secret police files have been released to the public. While its cities are booming, rural areas remain mired in poverty. People hope for stability - but not everyone is convinced by the European project, reports Jason Burke in Bucharest.
Why Employ Workers from Bulgaria and Romania?
EU Workers especially Polish workers are coming to the UK in greater numbers. What advantages are there to employing overseas labour?
Is Romania Ready to Join the European Union?
On January 1, Romania will join the European Union. Matthew Tempest went to Sibiu in the Carpathian mountains to see if the former communist state is ready to join Brussels - and whether the EU is ready for Romania.
Romania and Bulgaria to Join Eu
The final stage in the EU's historic "big bang" enlargement of 2004 was completed today when the European commission announced that Romania and Bulgaria would be allowed to join on January 1 next year.
Romania and Bulgaria to Enter - With a Warning
· Restrictions will enforce fight against corruption · Newcomers told to reform criminal justice systems
Redgrave Centre Stage in Campaign to Halt Romanian Gold Mine That Has Split Village
· Company plans Europe's biggest open-cast site · Actor dedicates film award to group fighting project
Romanian Soldier Killed in Afghanistan Blast
A roadside bomb ripped apart a Romanian tank in Afghanistan today, killing one soldier and wounding four others, military officials and witnesses said.
EU Says Bulgaria Must Tackle Organised Crime Before Joining
· Romania ahead of neighbour in reforms · Commission likely to accept entry in 2007
EU Entry Requires More Work From Balkan States
Romania and Bulgaria must meet demands for outstanding reforms in problem areas if they are to stay on track to join the European Union next year, the European commission said today.
Bulgaria and Romania to Join Eu in 2007 Despite Corruption Fears
Romania and Bulgaria are set to be given the green light to join the EU next year, though restrictions may be imposed amid fears about widespread corruption.
Romania Hails Orphanage Success Story
Controversial adoption ban ends baby-trafficking but angers US lobbyists.
EU Takes Next Step Towards Bloc of 27
The European parliament gave the go-ahead yesterday for Bulgaria and Romania to join the EU in 2007, at the earliest, despite fears about economic reforms and corruption.
Romanian Journalists in Iraq Plead for Help on Al-jazeera
A video of the three Romanian journalists kidnapped in Iraq has been broadcast on al-Jazeera television showing them with guns held to their heads and pleading for their release. By Julia Day.
Romanian Journalists Kidnapped in Iraq
Romanian President Traian Basescu today called on coalition forces in Iraq to help secure the release of three journalists who were kidnapped last night. By Dominic Timms.
Romanian Woman Gives Birth at 66
A 66-year-old Romanian woman is believed to have become the world's oldest mother yesterday, after giving birth to a girl.
Romania's Slow-burn Revolution Sends Signal Across Europe's Hinterland
Simon Tisdall: Eastern Europe hailed a new Prince of Orange yesterday after Traian Basescu came from behind in the runoff election to be president of Romania.
Surprise President Prepares to Take Romania Into Uncharted Waters
Romania was thrown into an uncertain but hopeful period of political turmoil yesterday when the mayor of Bucharest, Traian Basescu, upset predictions and the political establishment to narrowly win the country's presidency.
Romanian Election Too Close to Call
The bitterly fought contest to become president of Romania was too close to call last night after a run-off ballot placed the outgoing prime minister in a dead heat with the mayor of Bucharest, according to exit polls.
Opposition Cries Foul Over Romanian Poll
The Romanian opposition leader, Traian Basescu, has demanded a re-run of Sunday's general election, alleging widespread fraud in the voting which brought a closer-than-expected result and left the formerly communist Social Democrats the strongest party.
Governing Party Leads in Romania
Romania went to the polls yesterday in a twin election for parliament and president that promised to be close.
Schröder Pays First Visit to Father's Grave
The German chancellor, Gerhard Schröder, yesterday paid his first visit to the grave of his father - a conscript in the Nazi army who was killed by Romanian villagers during the second world war. The chancellor laid a wreath at the spot where Fritz Schröder was buried in the...
Flag Blunder Embarrasses Pentagon
After its second mix up over countries in a week, the Pentagon apologised to the president of Romania for decorating his table with a Russian flag.
Romania's Private Defense
Romanian President, Ion Iliescu, contests his homeland's geography. On Monday, at a joint press conference with Bulgaria's President Parvanov, he cast both countries as "central-south European" rather than the derogatory "Balkan". Both polities are well on their way to join NATO and the European Union - though the former expressed reservations after embarrassing leaks of classified military data in both Bucharest and Sofia.
Bank Pulls Plug on Open-cast Gold Mine
The World Bank president, James Wolfensohn, has personally intervened to stop a $100m (£64m) loan for what would be Europe's largest open-cast gold mine. There are fears that the $400m Rosia Montana project in Romania would destroy the country's oldest village, displace 2,000 people...
Unesco Seeks a Taste of the Dracula 'terror Park' Row
A row about plans for a Dracula "terror park" in rural Transylvania is bringing a fact-finding team of Unesco heritage experts to the site, a prized Romanian medieval town, this weekend. Unesco has expressed its concern about the project, which critics say is likely to sound the death...
Late-term abortion in UK was one option for Romanian girl reportedly raped by uncle
All the Jam's a Stage for Romanian Traffic Police
Police sent to ballet classes to help manage traffic with grace and reduce road rage
Italian Woman's Murder Prompts Expulsion Threat to Romanians
EU citizens judged to be security risk face removal·24-year-old Gypsy held over fatal beating
Home Office Shuts the Door on Bulgaria and Romania
Rift with Foreign Office as chief constables and councils warn that they can't cope with EU migrants.
Romania Suspends President Basescu
Romania's parliament today suspended the president, Traian Basescu, from office for alleged abuse of power, plunging one of the EU's newest members into political crisis.
Romania Mps Vote to Suspend President
Romania was thrown into political uncertainty yesterday after its parliament voted to suspend the president in the first step towards impeaching him.
Diary
Oddly, Lembit Opik was not among the 22 MPs who signed an early day motion last October calling on the house to recognise that Romania would be joining the EU. Could this be because it was at about that time that the lovable Lib Dem Lothario was discovering for himself the remarkable richness of Romanian arts and culture. By Jon Henley
Stern Jobs Warning As Bulgaria and Romania Join Eu
Workers face £1,000 fines if they breach restrictions - Visitors will have access to free NHS treatment
Romania's Dark Past Casts Shadow on New Dawn
As they prepare to join the EU tomorrow, Romanians are also confronting the legacy of Ceausescu now that secret police files have been released to the public. While its cities are booming, rural areas remain mired in poverty. People hope for stability - but not everyone is convinced by the European project, reports Jason Burke in Bucharest.
Why Employ Workers from Bulgaria and Romania?
EU Workers especially Polish workers are coming to the UK in greater numbers. What advantages are there to employing overseas labour?
Is Romania Ready to Join the European Union?
On January 1, Romania will join the European Union. Matthew Tempest went to Sibiu in the Carpathian mountains to see if the former communist state is ready to join Brussels - and whether the EU is ready for Romania.
Romania and Bulgaria to Join Eu
The final stage in the EU's historic "big bang" enlargement of 2004 was completed today when the European commission announced that Romania and Bulgaria would be allowed to join on January 1 next year.
Romania and Bulgaria to Enter - With a Warning
· Restrictions will enforce fight against corruption · Newcomers told to reform criminal justice systems
Redgrave Centre Stage in Campaign to Halt Romanian Gold Mine That Has Split Village
· Company plans Europe's biggest open-cast site · Actor dedicates film award to group fighting project
Romanian Soldier Killed in Afghanistan Blast
A roadside bomb ripped apart a Romanian tank in Afghanistan today, killing one soldier and wounding four others, military officials and witnesses said.
EU Says Bulgaria Must Tackle Organised Crime Before Joining
· Romania ahead of neighbour in reforms · Commission likely to accept entry in 2007
EU Entry Requires More Work From Balkan States
Romania and Bulgaria must meet demands for outstanding reforms in problem areas if they are to stay on track to join the European Union next year, the European commission said today.
Bulgaria and Romania to Join Eu in 2007 Despite Corruption Fears
Romania and Bulgaria are set to be given the green light to join the EU next year, though restrictions may be imposed amid fears about widespread corruption.
Romania Hails Orphanage Success Story
Controversial adoption ban ends baby-trafficking but angers US lobbyists.
EU Takes Next Step Towards Bloc of 27
The European parliament gave the go-ahead yesterday for Bulgaria and Romania to join the EU in 2007, at the earliest, despite fears about economic reforms and corruption.
Romanian Journalists in Iraq Plead for Help on Al-jazeera
A video of the three Romanian journalists kidnapped in Iraq has been broadcast on al-Jazeera television showing them with guns held to their heads and pleading for their release. By Julia Day.
Romanian Journalists Kidnapped in Iraq
Romanian President Traian Basescu today called on coalition forces in Iraq to help secure the release of three journalists who were kidnapped last night. By Dominic Timms.
Romanian Woman Gives Birth at 66
A 66-year-old Romanian woman is believed to have become the world's oldest mother yesterday, after giving birth to a girl.
Romania's Slow-burn Revolution Sends Signal Across Europe's Hinterland
Simon Tisdall: Eastern Europe hailed a new Prince of Orange yesterday after Traian Basescu came from behind in the runoff election to be president of Romania.
Surprise President Prepares to Take Romania Into Uncharted Waters
Romania was thrown into an uncertain but hopeful period of political turmoil yesterday when the mayor of Bucharest, Traian Basescu, upset predictions and the political establishment to narrowly win the country's presidency.
Romanian Election Too Close to Call
The bitterly fought contest to become president of Romania was too close to call last night after a run-off ballot placed the outgoing prime minister in a dead heat with the mayor of Bucharest, according to exit polls.
Opposition Cries Foul Over Romanian Poll
The Romanian opposition leader, Traian Basescu, has demanded a re-run of Sunday's general election, alleging widespread fraud in the voting which brought a closer-than-expected result and left the formerly communist Social Democrats the strongest party.
Governing Party Leads in Romania
Romania went to the polls yesterday in a twin election for parliament and president that promised to be close.
Schröder Pays First Visit to Father's Grave
The German chancellor, Gerhard Schröder, yesterday paid his first visit to the grave of his father - a conscript in the Nazi army who was killed by Romanian villagers during the second world war. The chancellor laid a wreath at the spot where Fritz Schröder was buried in the...
Flag Blunder Embarrasses Pentagon
After its second mix up over countries in a week, the Pentagon apologised to the president of Romania for decorating his table with a Russian flag.
Romania's Private Defense
Romanian President, Ion Iliescu, contests his homeland's geography. On Monday, at a joint press conference with Bulgaria's President Parvanov, he cast both countries as "central-south European" rather than the derogatory "Balkan". Both polities are well on their way to join NATO and the European Union - though the former expressed reservations after embarrassing leaks of classified military data in both Bucharest and Sofia.
Bank Pulls Plug on Open-cast Gold Mine
The World Bank president, James Wolfensohn, has personally intervened to stop a $100m (£64m) loan for what would be Europe's largest open-cast gold mine. There are fears that the $400m Rosia Montana project in Romania would destroy the country's oldest village, displace 2,000 people...
Unesco Seeks a Taste of the Dracula 'terror Park' Row
A row about plans for a Dracula "terror park" in rural Transylvania is bringing a fact-finding team of Unesco heritage experts to the site, a prized Romanian medieval town, this weekend. Unesco has expressed its concern about the project, which critics say is likely to sound the death...