Transylvanian coins from the collection of Constantin Orghidan
Posted on Jan 10, 2012 in Exhibitions, History, Transylvania | 0 comments

Transylvanian coins from the collection ...

For a period of about 150 years, the Principality of Transylvania was recognized as an independent state in the Middle Ages. During this period, the princes of Transylvania were released a considerable amount of gold and silver coins , among the most spectacular of their time . These coins have become rare since the period 18-19 centuries . One of the most important collections belonged to Constantin Orghidan which was donated to the Romanian Academy in 1944 . Gallery shows some of the most important and spectacular parts of the collection.   Via: ...
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Mogosoaia Palace
Posted on Jan 8, 2012 in Architecture, Bucharest, History | 0 comments

Mogosoaia Palace

The Mogosoaia palace was built up in 1702 by Constantin Brancoveanu in romanian Renaissance architectural style , or style Brancovan . It is a combination of Venetian elements with elements Ottoman . Is an essential part of Romanian art and culture. Brancoveanu managed to associate the name of an unprecedented renewals of Romanian architecture, elements that will be taken by architects romantic period as the main source of inspiration to create what will remain neo-Romanian architectural style.   Via:...
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Romanian military uniforms 1881 – 1895
Posted on Jan 6, 2012 in Exhibitions, History, Museum, Romanian Army | 0 comments

Romanian military uniforms 1881 – ...

The images are part of the collection of Hendrik Jacobus Vinkhuijzen. They present somme romanian military uniforms  worn by members of the Romanian Royal Family , King Carol I , prince Ferdinand and prince Carol II , from the last part of the 19th century.   Via : ...
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Open Days at the site of the new National Arena Stadium
Posted on Jan 4, 2012 in Bucharest, Construction, Events, Sport | 0 comments

Open Days at the site of the new Nationa...

Work at the new National Arena Stadium began in 2007 after former stadium, opened in 1953 ,was demolished. In this new stadium will play football Europe League final in May 2012. Photographs were taken during construction stadium on 17 April 2011. Now , the stadium is ready for the big event.     Via:...
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