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PROGETTO COMENIUS MULTILATERALE –EPEITE

Ecole - Patrimoine - Esprit Initiative Touristique - Europe

PROGETTO COMENIUS MULTILATERALE –EPEITE

Ecole - Patrimoine - Esprit Initiative Touristique - Europe

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«This project has bee founded with support from the European Commission. This pubblication(communication) reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot bee held responsable for any use wich may be made of the information contained therein ».

GHEORGHE ZAMFIR: THE POWER OF LOVE

BUCAREST

GEOGRAPHY

BUCAREST CRAIOVA

It is bordered to the north and

east by Ukraine and Moldova,

on the west by Hungary and

Yugoslavia, on the south by

Bulgaria. Bounded on the east

by the BlackSea. Romania is

administratively divided into

41 provinces called judeţ; the

major cities are

Bucarest, Brasov,

Costanta, Craiova, Galaţi,

Iasi, Oradea, Sibiu and

Timishoara, and other tourist

interest locations such as Baia

Mare, Sinaia, Targoviste,

Suceava etc.

Romania does not appear among the destinations of mass tourism yet but the country

offers a wide range of exciting opportunities for travellers .The reasons why you may

want to visit Romania are different: a country culturally different from ours, not totally

globalized, with places still unknown by mass tourism, which still retains strong rural

shades. A country full of history and legends, places to visit, nice and pretty well eating

places. A country of the European community with relatively low prices and beginning

to be appreciated by discerning travellers. The possibility of pleasant discoveries such

as local food and wine, made up of traditional dishes and more and more appreciated

recognized throughout the world.

Let's start to explore this corner of Europe.

When are you going?

The best time to start is definitely in spring / summer. La Romania is situated in a temperate zone

and its position on the continent determines the character of the continental climate. The

territory of Romania, with an area of 238,391 sq. km., Is located in south-eastern Central Europe,

its vastness causes a great variety of climates. The average percentages are slightly higher in the

month of july the lowest in January.

Between November and February it snows frequently in the major cities in Romania and in the

mountainous areas where there are stations equipped for winter sports (Poiana-Brasov, Sinaia

and Predeal).

Getting there

Thanks to its seven international airports used by low cost airlines, it is very easy to reach and

visit this country so European and intercontinental. It is also possible also to go directly to

Romania in its major cities by train or by bus.

Among the various airlines we include British Airways and Tarom airlines flying from Milan

and Rome to Bucharest with direct flight in 2 hours and 30 minutes . Low cost airlines such as

Easyjet, Ryanair and Wizz Air are definitely the cheapest.

Useful Telephone numbers

We can contact the following phone numbers if something happens to us

The International Romania Dialing Code is 0040 (+40); to call from Italy to Bucarest is 004021 followed by the phone number of subscriber user.

Remember that if something happens we can contact these

112 for operating the switchboard for national emergencies

961 for ambulances and emergency rooms

955 for the Police

981 for the Fire Department

972 information for international calls

951 for general information

931 for telephone information

021-2222222 for car emergency.

USEFUL INFORMATION

LANGUAGE

The official language is Rumanian, a romance language. Romania is the only state in Eastern

Europe to have a dominant language of romance. And the second language, almost maternal,

for the Romanians is French. In Romania, French has traditionally served as the first foreign

language to be taught at schools. Romania is also a member of the Francophonie International

Organization and in 2006 Bucharest has hosted the biennial conference. In addition to French,

the most widely spoken international languages are English, German and Italian, but in

Transylvania, are widespread Hungarian and German, languages correctly spoken and

protected.

Time Zone difference

Remember that the Time zone is different compared to the Italian one, in fact is + 1 hour

ahead of Italy.

Documents

Identity Card or Passport. Visa is not necessary for UE citizens.

USEFUL INFORMATION

The Rumanian currency, the LEU (RON), corresponds to 0.24 euros (1 € = 40,828 RON).

Bancomat/ Credit Cards / Travelers' Checks and ATM machines are available at all banks

and airports and at major supermarkets and shopping centers. However it’s hard to find

them in villages or in areas far from tourist sites.

Therefore, credit cards (Visa, Master Card, American Express) are widely accepted in

hotels, large restaurants and at most shops.

To get used to the local currency which has different characteristics than the euro, let’s start

to know the different cuts.

CURRENCY AND EXCHANGE

COINS: 1 ban (Leu centesimal division) / 5 bani / 10 bani / 50 baniBANKNOTES: 1 leu/5 lei/10 lei/50 lei/100 lei/200 lei/500 leiEuro value, against Rumanian currency is 1 € = 4,2 leiROMANIAN LEU (RON), it corresponds to 0,24 euro (1 € = 40.828 RON)

Places not to be missed in the country

Capital: What to see

We recommend Bucharest as start a of your trip in Romania: a city waiting to be discovered. The

communist period has left an indelible mark on the face of the capital. After that, a period of

modernization has begun transforming the city into a sparkling atmosphere of nightclubs, cafes,

restaurants, museums, parks and gardens. Bucharest is flourishing and evolving rapidly, mindful

of its ancient history, but also projected towards the future with undeniable liveliness.

 On several occasions the artist Daniel Gontz has had the idea to add some color to all the

fountains of the city center (Unirii Square and University Square) ... yellow, pink, blue, mauve

.... the effect? A lot of color and many people who like taking pictures, but unfortunately

colors are destined to disappear in about ten days because food coloring were used.

CAPITAL: WHAT TO SEE

A sightseeing tour of Bucharest will allow us to appreciate the palace willed by Ceausescu,

megalomaniac ex-dictator, like the House of the People and the second largest building in the

world after the Pentagon, the Cotroceni Palace, the Revolution Square with its beautiful Roman

Atheneum and the Royal Palace, the Kiseleff avenue with the Arch of Triumph, Victory avenue

animated by casinos, shops and de luxe restaurants, etc.

A sightseeing tour of Bucharest will allow us to

appreciate the palace willed by Ceausescu,

megalomaniac ex-dictator, like House of the People

and the second largest building in the world after the

Pentagon, the Cotroceni Palace, the Revolution

Square with its beautiful Roman Atheneum and the

Royal Palace, the Kiseleff avenue with the Arch of

Triumph, Victory avenue animated by casinos, shops

and de luxe restaurants, etc.

...What can we say about Hanul Lui Manuc , the oldest hotel in

Bucharest, a beautiful building of the early nineteenth century

renowned for the quality of reception and today finely restored.

It’s worth a visit to the National Museum of Art, which in addition

to collections of Italian and Dutch art holds interesting Romanian artists’ works, including the

sculptor Constantin Brâncuşi. Very interesting and unique is also the Village Museum, with

hundreds of traditional buildings and exhibition of objects related to rural life in Romania, the

green Park Herastrau, one of the many green areas in Bucharest. From here you can enjoy the

view of the city away from traffic.

Many rowing boats dot the lake in the park, there are wild young boys, loving couples, families

… We decide to rent one,

too! Bucharest seen from

the water has a charm even

different, very special!

THE WALLACHIA

But we, as curious travelers who love unusual and lesser known places, we want you to

know, Wallachia.

An unknown region by mass tourism but that deserves a careful look for the beauty of

natural landscapes, historical and architectural heritage with a large number of tourist sites,

especially monasteries and churches.

Among these we remember the ancient monasteries of Cozia, Horezu, UNESCO heritage, a

Dintr-lemn and Tismana, and the castles of Peles, some of whose rooms have been

decorated by Gustav Klimt, a friend of Queen Elizabeth and Pelisor decorated with

Viennese furniture and Tiffany and Laliques vases .

Wallachia in the south of Romania, known as the "breadbasket of Europe" takes up

Oltenia, Muntenia and Dobrogea.

The Danube River that marks the border with Bulgaria will reveal to those who love

nature his Delta secrets, slipping through a maze of creeks, meandering canals and reed

beds which will be a unique experience in your life. Do not forget to bring your camera!

For mountain lovers Wallachia includes several natural parks on the Carpathian

mountains, that are the ideal for hiking. For sea lovers, beaches bathed by the Black Sea

are perfect for summer holidays in hotels.

The Oltenia, which takes its name from the Olt river , one of the largest rivers in Romania,

is a region of great culture, where local traditions are still alive and felt but at the same time

they have been enriched by those of neighboring peoples. The Oltenia boasts ancient cities,

with medieval palaces and museums of great historical interest.Tourists interested in

grasping the truest aspects of Romania, where reigns a concentrate of natural diversity and

heritage, an original character and the charm of the past, must venture inside and make a

stop in Craiova the regional capital, for discovering country scenes, costumes, small

villages, orthodox churches, which are a natural framework for Romania renewing itself.

Endowed with a strong sense of hospitality, the residents, while maintaining their traditions,

a strong sense of belonging to the territory, despite the sad historical events of the past, have

managed to keep the smile on their face welcoming the tourist traveler.

THE OLTENIA

A tourist interested to get the true aspects of Oltenia,

must leave and take a break in Craiova, the capital of the

region. Here, he can discover rural scenes, traditional costumes,

little villages, orthodox churches that form a picture of

Romania with a set of natural and patrimonial diversity,

an original character and the charm of its historical past. People who want to preserve their

traditions and the strong sense of belonging to the territory have kept the smile on their lips

which is manifested in a tourist welcome, despite the unpleasant historical events of the past.

CRAIOVA

A city rich of life and nice places to enjoy, one of the most important of Romania with a

strong cultural centre. Sure, sportsmen that love football know it thanks to its football team

“UNIVERSITATE A CRAIOVA” wich since 1921 has formed great footballers playing all

over the world. A rich city of monuments and places with historical interest, which present

decorative elements.

CRAIOVA

Hotel de ville

A city rich of culture, the first college of Craiova was founded in 1759 by Constantin

Obedeanu with the name of Şcoala Naţională de Limba Română, second college of

Romania after that one of Bucharest. A leading and prestigious university whith all the

most supply importantwhich also a high standard level of college education. The most

important colleges have a campus and some of these institutions have historical traditions,

a recognition at the national level, especially for bringing excellent results in national and

international competitions. A University of excellence in wich research and culture are its

top priorities . Makes for their invaluable contribution they give to the central theme of

education.

The Park Nicolae Romanescu

The Park Nicolae Romanescu introduces suggestive and

attractive characteristics for the ample opened spaces that

allow to actually stretch the sight to the lake and to a

medieval castle whose very beautiful ruins have been

restructured enriching the city of a new tourist site. The park

is besides endowed with an amphitheater for shows, different

restaurants, a racecourse and a Zoo that entertains every kind

of animals, bucks, bears, peacocks. And also in winter,

during the cold but sunny days, the lake becomes animated of

people that skate on its frozen shores, a footstep of natural ice

near which, on the dock, a small restaurant allows the visitors

to fully enjoy some nature, with its variety of colors, tasting

the delicious specialties of the place.

CRAIOVA Craiova is a city full of palaces and old buildings,

including churches. A unique beauty of The Church

Cosuna Monastery dating from the 15 th century for

example, is the oldest building, many others

constitute the testimony Rumanians deep of faith.

How can we forget the Madona Dudu Church, built between 1750 and 1756, renovated in 1844,

after being destroyed by an earthquake in 1831, and renowned for its wall paintings created by

the famous Romanian painter Gheorghe Tattarescu … At the end of 17th century and the early

18th century, the architecture of Craiova has undergone a remarkable transformation with the

creation of the Brancovenesti style: a combination of traditional Romanian

and Venetian art enriched by Byzantine elements. Some churches still show

Brancovenesti style elements, including those of Saint Ilie church, built in

1720 with the support of the leading

merchants of the city that made a real race to

make it more beautiful

Prefettura

Eglise Saint Nicodem

Eglise Madona Dudu

CRAIOVA

The whole center of the city is today, super renovated by recent changes, among wich along

the the main street, two great musical fountains. One of the two is a splendor almost in the

world with its amazing shoot jets of water moving high up in the air in a multicoloured game

of water and sounds working every evening at 21.00pm to 22.00 pm.

To know better from near the city one

fundamental stopover is represented by the

Museum of art placed in the building of the

ancient noble Jean Mihaile built among the 1899-1907 following the project of the architect

French Paul Gottereau. The building is a true jewel of the slow Baroque, the wealth of the

patrimony, the elegant scenery given by the Venetian mirrors, the candelabra of crystal of

Murano, the staircases in marble of Carrara, the

walls with tapestries of silk of Lione, but mostly

the particular way with which the objects are

exposed, capture the attention of the visitors.

Teatro Marin Sorescu National

CRAIOVA

Originally the building was a picture- gallery which became later in 1954 a museum of

art. The museum is separated in three sectors: - the gallery of European art - the gallery of

Rumanian art - the room of Brancusi. But who was this sculptor of which all Romania is

so fierce and whose works have illegally been exported to USA? In his works it is

evident the taste for the abstraction, for the search of the form-type, of the form parent

that had improved during his stay in Paris in contact with Rodin, with Modigliani, Satie

and Duchamp; they bring him to create a series of sculptures that testify his interest for

the primitivism and which we need to remember: they represent the main touristic

attractions of the TÂRGU JIU town THAT WE’RE GOING TO VISIT.!!!

MUSEO D’ARTE

Târgu Jiu The town of Targu Jiu is a must for tourist and its park is

the place where three of the most important worrks by the

most well known Rumanian sculptor Brancusi are located

in Viale degli eroi:

The door of the kiss (Poarta Sarutului), enraved in the

porous stone and on the sides of every column the symbol

of the kiss finds itself again formed by two halves of a

circle, characteristic of the job of Brâncusi.

-The door of the kiss introduces him as an arc of triumph, that symbolizes the triumph of life

over deat

- The column without end built in rolled cast iron, more than 30

meters tall it rises as a pillar without end

that unites the earth to the sky.

- The cafeteria of the silence (Masa Tacerii),

composed by a circular table surrounded by

12 seats to form an hourglass.

Nightlife Craiova is one the most active

and bustling center throughout the county

of Dolj, comparable to where the nightlife

is hot nightlife, attracting countless people

with its many points of interest.

In the evening , let’shave a little relax and

good time together: let’swatch sport

programs at televisions all togheter in the street .

You can then choose from a wide variety of bars, one of the most popular bars among young

people is “Da Vinci” Bar, located near the university and very friendly atmosphere where

you can find a good coffee and good Italian knows it is difficult to give up coffee for tea

sweet with a delicious treat that will make your day . And if you are in town from Thursday

to Saturday, remember to visit clubs where you can dance with the prettiest girls in the city

until dawn. One of the most spectacular places in Club Krypton Craiova is a point of

reference for the local nightlife

The new interior design was created thinking about the future with flowing lines, minimalist

furnishings and other similar details. The place is very appreciated by all the youth of the city in

search of good music, trends in music and dance from young people. Other famous clubs in

Craiova is also the Club Antik Medieval Club Club Helin Flame Club and others

When you feel like eating a pizza prepared using the best traditional Italian recipes and only the

freshest ingredients, you should choose La Maschera Pizzeria where you can organize a party to

Italian or order, if you do not want to leave home a pizza by telephone and will be delivered at

home in the shortest time. For an excellent meal in a very refined “milieu” we will suggest you

the “Chez nous restaurant”. Chez nous restaurant

If our vacation allows us to stop to Craiova for some days

we can take a walk of 100Km to reach the Monastery of

Horezu, the greatest monastic installation in Valacchia,

founded in 1690 by the prince Costantino Brancoveanu and

the church of the monastery Dintr-unlemn, built by the

trunk of a solo tree. The place of cult results to be exciting

indeed, it seems to be projected in the past.

Silence, calm and simplicity make this place one

fundamental

stopover of

the tour

of Romania.

IL MONASTERO DI HOREZU

…“LA REVEDERE” Romania

During the next trip we’re going to know another region, the Bucovina! and many

other unique aspects of which we have not talked about yet: the cuisine, music,

traditions and so many famous people that we invite you to discover in music... George

Enescu, with his ROMANIAN RHAPSODIE and as for Cinema... MAIA Morgestern,

THE PASSION the Passion, which was shot in our region: Basilicata.……