The National Museum of History of Romania (12, Calea Victoriei)-opened in 1972, in the former Palace of the Post, erected over 1894-1900, in neo-classic style (arch. Al. Savulescu), an architectonic monument, renovated in 1970.

Sections: history, archaeology, national treasure of objects of fold, silver and precious stones (“The Brood Hen with the Golden Chicks”); numismatics cabinet; lapidarium (the copy of the ancient monument, Traian’s Column, executed in Rome in 1939).

The National Art Museum of Romania (49-53, Calea Victoriei)

a) The National Gallery:

- old Romanian art from Wallachia, Moldavia and Transylvania, from the 10<sup>th18th century;
- modern and contemporary Romanian art - the most representative autochthonous artistic creations (painting, sculpture and graphic art) from the 19th-20th century;</sup>

b) The Universal Gallery - pieces of furniture, carpets, tapestry, embroideries, ceramics, jewels and enamels; paintings from the Italian, Spanish, Flemish, Dutch, German, French schools; eastern and far-eastern art;

c) The Section of Graphic Arts - etchings, executed by Romanian and foreign artists; cabinet of prints.

The National Military Museum (125-127, Mircea Vulcanescu) the military history of Romania, uniforms, arms, paintings, war trophies; the exhibition “Teams of Horses, harnesses and traveling accessories”; in the yard, pieces of heavy munitions, airplanes, armoured cars, helicopters

The History and Art Museum of Bucharest Municipality (2, I.C. Bratianu Blvd) the history of the city of Bucharest, from oldest times down to the present.

The Museum “The Old Court”, the Princely Court (25-31, Iuliu Maniu St.), the vestiges of the fortress and the Princely Court, from the 14th-18th century, a historical monument.

The “Annunciation” - Old Court Church (22, Iuliu Maniu St.) the former chapel of the Princely Court.

The Museum of Art Collections (111, Calea Victoriei) Romanian and foreign objects and works of art, coming from 34 private art collections.

The Village Museum (28-30 Kiseleff Avenue) one of the first ethnographic museum in the world, the largest from Europe-10 ha; around 300 genuine rural buildings, completely furnished, installations of rural industry and handicraft workshops, emplaced per geographic areas; wooden churches from the 17th-20th century; documentary archives, on the life of the Romanian village; annually in June and October, the traditional event “The Fair of Folk Craftsmen” takes place.

The Museum of the Romanian Peasant (3, Kiseleff Avenue), objects of traditional folk art of great historical traditional value throughout the country: wall carpets, carpets, folk costumes, head gear, the art of wood processing, fabrics, dower chests, carved shepherd’s clubs, icons painted on glass and wood, hand-painted Easter eggs; the museum was awarded the trophy “The European Museum of the Year 1996”, by an international jury.

The “Grigore Antipa” Museum of Natural History (1, Kiseleff Avenue) the evolution of the earth and of the living beings, the relation animal-environment, the fauna of the globe and of Romania; the collection of butterflies “A. Caradja”, the most valuable in this country, the huge skeleton of a Dinotherium gigantissimum, discovered near Barlad, in 1906.

The Museum of Romanian Literature (4, Fundatiei St.), an architectonic monument with richly ornamented rooms, painted by Gh. Tattarescu-documents, photographs and illustrations, regarding the national literature.

The “George Enescu” Museum (141, Calea Victoriei), an architectonic monument, with a sumptuously painted interior by G.D.Mirea, N. Vermont and C. Petrescu; the seat of the Composers Association-documents and objects on the life and activity of the great musician G. Enescu (1881-1956).

The National Museum of the Firemen (33, Ferdinand l Blvd) the evolution of the means of fire extinction, special technical facilities, uniforms, photographs, the fighting traditions of the firemen of Bucharest.

The Museum of the Romanian Railways (193 A, Calea Grivitei) the evolution of railways means of conveyance; full size pieces and mock-ups of locomotives and railway carriages from this coutry and abroad; the achievements of certain famous dipl. Engineers: A. Saligny (1854-1925), E. Radu (1853-1931)

The “Prof. Dipl. Eng. Dimitrie Leonida” Technical Museum (2, Canadiano Popescu St.) one of the first museums of this type in Europe.

The “Henri Coanda Collection” - the life and activity of the Romanian scientist H. Coanda (1886-1972)

The Museum of Experimental Sciences (21, Ana Ipatescu Blvd.) the history of astronomical observations in this country; instruments for astronomic research

The “Theodor Aman” Museum (8, C.A. Rosetti St.) pieces of furniture executed by the artist, paintings, the easel, oil-paintings, water colours, drawings and etchings; objects of Romanian and oriental art.

The “Cornel Medrea” Museum (16, Gen. C. Budisteanu St. ) opened in 1948, with works donated to the state by sculptor C. Medrea (1888-1964)

The “Frederic and Cecilia Cutescu-Storck” Art Collection (16, V. Alecsandri St.), storey with a Swiss aspect, stained-glass windows, the interior painted by Cecilia Cutulescu-Storck; the museum presents family documents, art objects, ceramics, icons; paintings and works of graphic arts signed by Cecilia Cutescu-Storck (1879-1969), sculptures by Fr. Storck (1878-1942)

The Museum of Feudal Art “Dipl. Eng. Dumitru Minovici” (3, Dr. N. Minovici St.) art objects dating back to the 15th- 18th century: pieces of furniture, carpets, gobelins, tapestries, ceramics, of Romanian and foreign make, paintings, rare books, old weapons.

The “Prof. Dr. N. Minovici” museum of Folk Art (1, Dr. N. Minovici St.) the collection of Romanian folk art, donated to the state, in 1936, by Dr. N. Minovici (1868-1941), one of the organizers of the health protection system in Romania.

The “Maria and Dr. George Severeanu” Collection (26, H. Coanda St.) opened in 1956- Daco-Roman antiques and numismatic cabinet

The “Gh. Tattarescu” Museum House (7, Domnita Anastasia St.) in the house, a historical monument, bought, in 1855, and decorated by painter Gh. Tattarescu (1820-1894), used as a dwelling and studio - personal objects, sketch and note-books, paintings, drawings, library with rare albums and art books, distinctions awarded, travel notes, easels.

The “Theodor Pallady” Museum House (22, Spatarului St.) personal objects of painter Th Pallady (1871-1956) and so far unpublished works of graphic arts.

The “Ion Minulescu-Claudia Millian” Museum House (19, Dr. Gh. Marinescu Blvd.) collection of Romanian and foreign art

The Museum House “Martisorul”-Tudor Arghezi (26, Martisorul St.) exhibits regarding the life, activity and the family milieu, in which Tudor Arghezi (1880-1967), a poet and publisher lived; in the garden the graves of Tudor Arghezi and his wife

The “George Bacovia” Museum House (63, G. Bacovia St) personal objects, manuscripts, editions from works, paintings and etchings

The “Maria Filotti” House (12, V. Parvan St) art objects, paintings, photographs, documents, costumes, distinctions awarded

The C.I. Nottara and C.C. Nottara House (51, Dacia Blvd) organized in the former dwelling of the well known men of culture C.I. Nottara (1859-1935), the actor, and his son C.C. Nottara (1890-1959), the musician

The “Prof. Dr. Gheorghe Marinescu” Museum House (27, Thomas Masaryk St) the life and activity of scientist Gh. Marinescu (1863-1938), the founder of Romanian neurology

The “Prof. Dr. Victor Babes” Museum House (4, A. Muresanu St) the life and work of scientist V. Babes (1854-1926), a famous bacteriologist

The Museum of the Jewish Community (3 Mamulari St) the history of the Jewish people on Romania’s territory

The Military Academy (60, Panduri Avenue) a monumental edifice inaugurated in 1939 (arc. D. Marcu); in front, towards the Heroes’ Square, The Monument of the Heroes of the Homeland

The Romanian Academy (125 Calea Victoriei)

- set up in 1866, the highest cultural and scientific forum of this country;

- the Academy Library, erected in 1937, the most important stock of books;

- the Cabinet of Prints, set up in 1867;

- the Numismatic Cabinet, set up in the 19th century

The Academy of Economic Studies (6, Romana Square) in classic style and French Renaissance, an architectonic monument; in the assembly hall of the old building, a vast fresco, featuring the history of Romanian trade

The Baneasa Airoport (the Bucharest-Ploiesti Highway) inaugurated in 1947

The Monument “The Last Guard of the Capital-city” and the Baneasa Railway Station, the former royal station, built in 1935

The Romanian Athenaeum, built over 1886-1888, an architectonic monumental; the seat of the “George Enescu “ Philharmonic; the façade, resembling a Greek temple; a vast hall with winding stairs, of Carrara marble; a richly ornamented concert hall. On the walls of the auditorium, a vast fresco, portraying aspects from the history of the nation.

The Triumphal Arch (Kiseleff Avenue, the 2nd circle) erected in 1922, of wood and stucco, in memory of the heroes from World War l, rebuilt in 1936, in classic style; on the façade, a text drawn up by N. Iorga; the upper platform a belvedere.

The National Bank (25, Lipscani St) an edifice from 1883, in French neo-classic style, an architectonic monument-council room with decorations of gilt stucco, paintings by N. Grigorescu, E. Voinescu and G.D. Mirea, furniture in Louis Quatorze style, chairs covered with Cordovan , bronze chandelier, plush curtains, embroidered with gold thread; numismatic museum, set up in 1997.

The Monteoru House (113, Calea Victoriei) restored in 1887, in French eclectic style, an architectonic monument; it houses at present the “M. Sadoveanu” Writers’ House.

The Television Centre (191, Calea Dorobanti) set up in 1956; the present building dates back to 1968; in front Crucifix-Monument, in memory of the heroes of the revolution from 1989

The National Military Circle (1, C. Mille St.) an edifice from 1912, in French neo-classic style, an architectonic monument-richly decorated interior

The Faculty of Law and the Rector’s Office of Bucharest University (64, M. Kogalniceanu Blvd) a monumental edifice, erected in 1935, in modernized classic style; on façade, the statues of some ancient lawgivers and 2 bas-reliefs

The Museum of Bucharest University the history of higher education in Romania

Hotel Ambasador (10, Gen. Gh. Magheru Blvd.)- build in 1940, renovated in 1952 and 1965, modernized after 1990

Hotel “Athenee Palace” (1-3, Episcopiei St.)- the first building, with reinforced concrete framework, of Bucharest, erected in 1912, an architectonic monument; restored in 1937, rebuilt in 1945, enlarged in 1964.

Hotel “Bulevard” (1, Kogalniceanu Blvd)- build in 1867, in neo-classic style, an architectonic monument, restored in 1975 and brought back to its initial destination.

Hotel “Bucuresti” (63-81, Calea Victoriei) - a modern edifice, rebuilt after 1977, on the site of the former “Nestor” building

Hotel “Intercontinental” (4, N. Balcescu Blvd) - erected in cooperation with “Intercontinental Hotel Corporation”, inaugurated in 1970 a monument of modern architecture - the highest building in Bucharest (more than 80 m in height, 23 storeys; international electronic system of reservation; restaurants with local specific touches, night-clubs, reception halls, conference halls, leisure spaces, underground garage.

Hotel “Lido” (5, Gen. Magheru Blvd), built in 1930, renovated in 1956, modernized after 1990

Hotel Sofitel and World Trade Center (2, Expozitiei Blvd), a modern edifice, build after 1990, by the French group Bouiqui.

The “I. Mincu” Institute of Architecture (3-5, Biserica Enei St.), erected over 1912-1927, in Brancovan style (arch. Gr. Cerchez), an architectonic monumental; in the hall, frescoes painted by O. Greceanu.

The “N. Iorga” Institute of History (1, Aviatorilor Blvd) set up in the house, erected in stylized Romanian style, where N. Iorga - the founder of the institute, lived; at the entrance, frescoes painted by O. Greceanu

The Cotroceni Palace (1, Geniului Blvd), build over 1679-1682, simultaneously with the monastery, by ruling-prince Serban Cantacuzino (1678-1688), as a princely residence; a summer residence, after 1688; re-built in 1893, in neo-classic style (arch. P. Gottereau), with additions in Brancovan style (arch. Gr. Cerchez); royal residence, over 1867-1947; over 1950-1977, the Palace of the Pioneers, restored over 1977-1985 (arch. N. Vladescu), when a new wing was added, which is the seat of the Presidency, at present; the Cotroceni National Museum, opened in 1991, in the old royal palace-the finishing touches, the furniture and the exhibits, call forth the 17th century atmosphere of the Cantacuzino family as well as the memory of King Ferdinand and Queen Maria; in the basement , the main elements of architecture of the church of the Cotroceni Monastery; in the yard, there have been preserved the kitchen from the time of the Cantacuzino family, the princely cellars and the foundations of the church, erected in 1679, partially rebuilt in 1802, restored in 1903, demolished in 1984; through the builders’ care, the elements of decoration were inventoried and preserved and the foundations were protected, with a view to its reconstruction.

The Cretulescu Palace (39, Stirbei Voda St) erected prior to 1916, in baroque style, an architectonic monument, at present, the UNESCO seat.

The Ghica-Tei Palace (5, Doamna Ghica St), built in 1822, by ruling-prince Grigore lV Ghica, as a summer residence, a historical and architectonic monument in neo-classic Italian and French Renaissance style, preserved in its original form - inside, fragments from the oldest decorative painting from Bucharest (painter Giacometii). At present it houses a restaurant with a peculiar period touch. Nearby: the Teiu Doamnei Church, finished in 1833, an architectonic monument, with an elliptical plan.

The Palace of Justice-the Tribunal of the Capital City (20, Splaiul Unirii), erected, over 1890-1895, in the style of the French Renaissance (arch. A. Ballu, I. Mincu), an architectonic monument.

The Palace of the Ministry of Agriculture (24, Carol l Blvd), build in the style of the French Renaissance (arch. L.PL. Blanc), an architectonic monument. Nearby: the statue of C.A. Rosetti (1816-1885), a statesman and publicist

The Palace of Ministry of Transports - C.F.R. (38, Dinicu Golescu Blvd), build over 1935-1950. Nearby: the statue of the boyar-scholar Dinicu Golescu.

The Palace of the “Free Press” (1, Presei Liberei Square) erected over 1950-1956, in Stalinist style houses the largest polygrafic centre, from this country.

The Palace of the Radio (60, Gen. Berthelot St) built in 1960, in functional style, a monument of modern architecture - a concert hall with 1,000 seats, organ with 7,000 pipes and 80 ranges.

The Palace of the Republic (Revolutie Square) erected in 1812, in neo-classic style, by Logohete Dinicu Golescu; enlarged in 1882, rebuilt over 1930-1937, an architectonic monument; princely residence over 1837-1866, royal palace, over 1866-1947; renovated over 1953-1958 and after 1989; at present, it houses the National Art Museum.

The Stirbei Palace (107, Calea Victoriei) build, in 1835, by Barbu Stirbei, who was subsequently to become ruling-prince of Wallachia (1849-1853; 1854-1856) in neo-classic style, an architectonic monument; restored in 1881, 1952 and 1990; at present under government custody.

The Palace of the Telephone Company (37, Calea Victoriei), built in 1933, on metallic framework (arch. L. Weeks and W. Froy) subsequently enlarged and modernized.

The Victoriei Palace (Victoriei Square), erected in 1937, an architectonic monument; at present, the seat of the Government.

The Central Pavilion of the Bucharest International Trade Fair (Presei Libere Square), built in 1962, an architectonic monument - 180 m the base diameter; central dome with a diameter of 93 m., which is not supported by pillars; perimetrical exhibition galleries, on three floors.

The City Hall of the Bucharest Municipality (27. M. Kogaliniceanu Blvd), a palace erected over 1906-1910, in Romanian style, an architectonic monument.

The Townhall of Sector l (9, Banu Manta Blvd), an edifice dating back to 1927-1936, archived in the style of Italian palaces, an architectonic monument.

The “Bucur” Restaurant (3, Poenaru Bordea St.), the former Soare house, built in 1914, in the style of the old boyar’s mansions, an architectonic monument; casino and restaurant with specific local touch.

The Capsa Restaurant (34, Calea Victoriei), the former Slatineanu house, erected at the beginning of the 19th century; in 1868 the brothers Capsa, famous confectioners, opened a hotel with a restaurant and coffee-house, patronized by politicians, men of letters, artists; renovate in 1975, it continues the traditions of the famous establishment of yore.

The Restaurant “Carul cu bere” - the Cart with Beer - (3, Strevropoles St.), built in 1878, by the brothers Nicolae Mircea and Ignat, in German Gothic style, an architectonic monument, the largest beer house in this country and in the neighboring ones.

The Grand Hall of the Palace - built in 1960 one of the most modern multifunctional cultural edifices - exterior metallic dome, vast foyers, auditorium seating 4,000 persons, finishing of stone, marble, mosaic, colored plaster, velvet and moquette carpeting.

The “I. L. Caragiale” National Theatre (2, N. Balcescu Blvd.), built over 1967-1970 a monument of modern architecture, re-arranged in 1985-three auditoriums, the 3rd and 4th storey laid out for book exhibition and fairs. On the ground floor the “Domus” art gallery.

The Museum of the National Theatre, reopened in 1975-the history of the Romanian theatre, beginning with folk theatre and up to now.

The Bucharest University built , over 1857-1869, in classic style, an architectonic monument; partially rebuilt and enlarged, after 1944; in front of the theatre, the statues of : Michael the Brave, Ion Heliade Radulescu, Gheorghe Lazar, Siru Haret.

The Romanian Orthodox Patriarchal Cathedral (21, Aleea Patriarhiei), a former monastery, erected in 1655 by ruling-prince Constantin Serban (1654-1658), finished and painted during the reign of Radu Leon (1664-1668); Metropolitan Cathedral of Wallachia, over 1668-1925, subsequently Patriarchal Cathedral; the relics of “Sf. Dimitrie the New” Basarabov, brought in 1774, princely and patriarchal tombs; the “Printing House of the Bible Society”, set up in 1678. Nearby, the Metropolitan Palace, finished in 1708, enlarged in 1850 and 1932-the reception hall painted by C. Petrescu, wainscotings and furniture, carved by Gr. Dumitrescu; a carved door from the 17th-18th century; chapel with valuable paintings and an iconostasis of fretwork and gilt wood.

The White Church (Calea Victoriei), erected, in the 18th century, by priest Darvas, rebuilt in 1827, restored in 1873, an architectonic monument-iconostasis carve in Brancovan style; mural painting by Gh. Tattarescu.

The “St. Apostles” Church (33, Sf. Apostoli St.), erected by Matei Basarab (1632-1654) on the site of a 16th century wooden church, an architectonic monumental, restored in 1936-carved iconostasis from 1715.

The Bucur Church (12, Splaiul Unirii) erected in the 17th cent., as a chapel of the Radu Voda Monastery, an architectonic monument; renovated in 1909, restored in 1931-modest size, facades whitewashed, porch similar to that of a peasant house, dome with mushroom aspect.

The Coltea Church (1, I.C. Bratianu Blvd.), erected in 1702, by Spartharus Mihai Cantacuzino, an architectonic monument in Brancovan style; repaired and repainted in 1838 and 1871 (Gh. Tattarescu).

The Church “Dintr-o zi” (22, Academiei St.) erected, in 1702, by Lady Maria Brancoveanu, an architectonic monument.

The Doamnei Church (28, Calea Victoriei) erected, in 1683, by Lady Maria Cantacuzino, an architectonic monument-inside, the original painting, executed by Constantinos and Ioan.

The Domnita Balasa Church (3, Calea Rahovei) erected, in 1736, by Princess Balasa Brancoveanu, rebuilt in 1881, restored in 1895, magnificent and richly ornamented interior, painted in 1884 by Veitt and Elsner; the funeral monument of Princess Balasa

The Fundenii Doamnei Church (Sos. Fundeni) the foundation, from1699, by Spartharus Mihai Cantacuzino, an architectonic monument in Brancovan style; renovated, in 1860, by Lady Maria Ghica-the facades with a peculiar decorative plastique; in the porch the painting of Parvu Mutu; inside the earthly remains from the Cotroceni Monastery, re-buried in 1985.

The “St. George, the New” Church (I.C. Bratianu Blvd.) erected, in 1670, by ruling-prince Antonie, concluded in 1707, by Constantin Brancoveanu; an architectonic monument rebuilt in 1852 renovated in 1966 and after 1980-the interior painted by C. Lecca and M. Popp; the iconostasis of carved wood, from 1707.

The Kretzulescu Church (47, Calea Victoriei), erected, in 1720, by Iordache Kretzulescu, in Brancovan style, an architectonic monument; restored in 1936-three-cusped plan, slender dome, open porch with original painting; the interior painted by Gh. Tattarescu in 1860.

The Marcuta Church (8, Marcuta St.), a former monastery, erected in 1587, by Logohete Dan-facades with peculiar ornaments; inside, mural paintings from the 18th cent. and old icons.

The “Mihai Voda” Church (Sapientei St.), a former monastery founded, in 1589 by the future ruling-prince Michael the Brave (1598-1601), an architectonic monument; renovated and repainted over 1827-1838; restored over 1928-1935, when it regained its initial aspect; translated, in 1985, together with the belfry, on a distance of 289 m.

The “Radu Voda” Church (18, Radu Voda St.), a former monastery founded, in 1568, by Alexandru ll Mircea; rebuilt in 1614 by Radu Mihnea (1611-1616; 1620-1623); frequently repaired, renovated after 1930, when it regained its initial aspect; the interior painted by Gh. Tattarescu.

The Russian Church (Ion Ghica St.), built in 1906, in Russian style, an architectonic monument.

The Church with Saints (12, Sfintilor St.), the “church with Sibyls”, built in 1696, by priest Fiera, rebuilt in 1728, by Nicolae Mavrocordat, an architectonic monument; renovated in 1912-1931-façade with poly-lobated blind arches, painted with ancient philosophers and sibyls.

The “St Spiridon, the New” Church (29, Calea Serban Voda), a foundation of ruling-prince Scarlat Ghica, rebuilt in 1852, in Byzantine style with Gothic elements, an architectonic monument-monumental façade, grandiose interior painted by Gh. Tattarescu.

The Stavropoleos Church (6, Postei St.) erected in 1724, by the Greek monk Ioanichie; enlarged in 1728, restored in 1899, an architectonic monument-the porch with 5 multilobed arches and columns of sculptured stone; stone balustrade decorated with braided stalks and flowers and a biblical scene.

The Zlatarei Church (Calea Victoriei), built in the 17th century on the site which has belonged to the goldsmiths of the princely court; rebuilt, after 1700, by Sparharus Mihai Cantacuzino.

The “Saint Joseph” Catholic Cathedral (19, Gen. Berthelot St.), built in 1883 in Romanic style with Gothic elements, an architectonic monument-inside, paintings on copper sheets, applied on the walls, and polychrome stained-glass windows.

The “Serban Voda” Cemetery-Bellu (1-5, Sos. Oltenitei) set up in 1859, on the initiative of C.A. Rosetti. The larges and most important cemetery from the capital (around 200,000 mp).

The Cemetery of the Heroes of the Revolution from 1989 laid out near the Bellu Cemetery.

The Antim Monastery (29, Antim St) set up in 1713 by Antim Ivireanu, Metropolitan of Wallachia:

- the large church, an architectonic monument in Brancovan style-decorations of sculptured stone, wooden entrance door, carved by the founder;

- the chapel, from 1715, painted in 1860 by Gh. Tattarescu, repainted, in 1951, by D. Dumitru-Nicolaide;

- The Synodic Palace, built in 1912 in neo-Romanian style, translated in 1984 by 20.35 m

- The museum: objects of churchly art; an exhibition devoted to the life and activity of Antim Ivireanu

The Casin Monastery (Manastirea Casin St.), built in 1937, in traditional Byzantine style, the largest church in Bucharest; inside, frescos in Byzantine style, executed by Gh. Raducanu

The Plumbuita Monastery (58, Plumbuita St.), the foundation of ruling-prince Petru the Young, concluded by Alexandru ll Mircea and Mihnea the Turkicized, an architectonic monument; church with three-lobated plan and irregular shapes; doors and windows with cases of sculptures stone with geometrical shapes; interior painting from the 16th-19th cent. and 1958.

The Coral Temple (9, St. Vineri St.) the major place of worship of the Jews from Bucharest, built over 1857-1866, in Neo-Gothic style, architectonic monument.

The Lawn Tennis Playing Courts “Progresu” (Dr. Staicovici St.), laid out in an old park with plane trees, where in 1870, the oldest sports centre of the city was commissioned; a centre of Bucharest lawn tennis, of tradition, renovated in 1995, and adapted for international contests; the plane trees, around the tennis courts, carved with allegorical figures.

The “Dinamo” Sports Center (9, Sos. Stefan cel Mare), laid out in 1948-stadium, track-and-field facilities as well as for motor-cycle races with obstacles, modern cycling track of concrete, shooting ground, gymnasium, swimming pool, sports fields.

The “Floreasca” Sports Center (Av. Popa Marin St.), inaugurated in 1949-indoor gymnasium, swimming pool, fencing hall as well as for athletic contests, artificial skating rink.

The “Giulesi” Sports Centre (18, Sos. Giulesti), built in 1939, for the employees of the Romanian Railways Company-stadium, sports grounds and gymnasium, small-size shooting ground, bowling alley, the offices of the “Rapid” club.

The “Steaua” Sport Centre (Prelungirea Ghencea Blvd.), inaugurated in 1974-stadium, sauna, swimming pool for recovery, food centre, sports fields.

The Sports Centre of Youth (2, Aleea Strandului), stadium, track-and-field facilities, sports fields, small-scale shooting ground; swimming pool, gymnasium.

The Botanical Garden (32, Sos. Cotroceni), 10,000 species of plants from the entire world; seed bed; hothouses from 1961-1976.

The Cismigiu Gardens, inaugurated in 1860, laid out anew in 1910-14 ha; varied relief and vegetation, artificial lake, restaurants.

The Icoanei Garden (J.L. Calderon St.) laid out, after 1870, by horticulturist L. Leyvras, on the site of a small pond, where the Bucurestoara brook has its spring, which is now desiccated.

The Carol l Park (11 Iunie St., Liberty Square) inaugurated in 1906-36 ha

- lake; The Roman Arenas, outdoor theatre; the “G. Gr. Cantacuzino” Fountain (1870), “The Giants” and the Tomb of the Anonymous Soldier, brought back from Marasesti after 1990.

The Floreasca Park (Floreasca district), laid out in the former big Floreasca excavation-alleys laid out with asphalt, greenswards with flowers, cinema, sculptures; in the middle of the district, the bust of Giuseppe Garibaldi.

The Herastrau Park laid out over 1920-1939, 187 ha; natural lake with sports and leisure aquatic facilities, outdoor theatre, outdoor cinema, puppet theatre, flora exhibition, exhibition galleries, restaurants; the Isle of Roses; statues and busts of Romanian and foreign writers; the Children’s Townlet, the Giant Wheel, carting tracks.

The Ioanid Park (Polona St.), laid out in 1870, by the bookshop owner Ioanid, on the site of the desiccated Bucurestioara pond.

The Kiseleff Park (Victoriei Square) laid out before 1845 - 18 ha; the statue of the Centaur; the bust of tenor N. Leonard, “the prince of the Romanian operetta”; the bust of poet Ovid.

The National Park laid out in 1953-54 ha; the largest sports centre in this country; stadium seating 100,000 persons and facilities for floodlight matches, athletics track; indoor artificial skating rink; swimming pool; parachutism tower, 80 m; the centre of sports medicine, outdoor theater; restaurants; the sports museum of Romania.

The Tei Park (Lacul Tei Blvd.) laid out in 1948 - 9 ha., alleys laid out with asphalt, playgrounds for children, restaurants, bathing places.

The Park of Youth - 200 ha; lake; the Children’s Townlet, drawing on Disneyland; decorative artesian fountains.

The Titan Park (Liviu Rebreanu St.)-leisure lake, playgrounds for children, swimming and bathing facilities; in the park, a wooden church, in the style of those from the Maramures, dedicated in 1996. Surroundings: the Baneasa Forest, laid out in 1921, as a leisure park - 50 ha.; restaurant in Romanian style; the restaurant “Parcul Privighetorilor”; camping; zoological garden, the largest in this country, with animals and birds from different areas of the world; a reserve of cervidae (40 ha.), pheasant cages; the Tunari shooting gallery for national and international target shooting contests.

The Pantelimon commune - Palace, built by Grigore ll Ghica; at present it houses the “Lebada” restaurant; the Pantelimon forest and park; lakes, bathing facilities. The commune of Otopeni - the Otopeni International Airport, opened in 1970; The “Aurel and Maria Avramescu” Collection - contemporary Romanian art.