Tag: Bucharest

Painted Eggs and Ceramics – Exploring the craftsmanship of Romania

As in most parts of the world, full-time artists and artisans are drawn together, tending to form communities throughout the country, where locales are aesthetically inspiring and economically viable.  Bucharest and a few of the larger towns boast a few galleries showcasing work from such artist communities, but most don’t have galleries.  A few examples of local artists’ and artisans’ work are shown and sold in town museums, but most are sold in street markets adjoining major attractions.  Sellers usually are also the makers and many speak English.  A conversation with them can reveal fascinating facets of Romanian culture.  Craft ... Read more

China organizes tourism promotion event in Bucharest, Romania

China organizes a tourism promotion event in Bucharest, the capital city of Romania. The event named ‘Charming Beijing’ has kicked off on Monday, 3rd December 2018. During the opening ceremony, Zhao Li, Beijing Chinese cultural counsellor in Romania, said Beijing wants to serve as a window. Through that window, people in Romania could see more about Beijing and China. “Romania is committed to strengthening cooperation with China and attaches great importance to developing relations with China in various fields,” said Iulia Dangulea, counsellor from Romania’s Ministry of Tourism. “There is a lot of space for promoting tourism between Romania and ... Read more