Fun facts about Bucharest
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The Romanian name București means 'city of joy' due to its connection with the word bucurie, which means 'joy' or 'happiness'.
Bucharest
Romania
Bucharest is the capital and largest city of Romania. The metropolis stands on the River Dâmbovița in south-eastern Romania.
From the “Etymology” section
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Bucharest was first mentioned as the 'Citadel of București' in 1459.
Bucharest
Romania
Bucharest is the capital and largest city of Romania. The metropolis stands on the River Dâmbovița in south-eastern Romania.
From the “History” section
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Lake Văcărești, located in the southern part of the city, was declared a national park in May 2016 and is known as the 'Delta of Bucharest'.
Bucharest
Romania
Bucharest is the capital and largest city of Romania. The metropolis stands on the River Dâmbovița in south-eastern Romania.
From the “Geography” section
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Bucharest has a humid continental climate, with summer temperatures frequently reaching 35 to 40 °C (95 to 104 °F).
Bucharest
Romania
Bucharest is the capital and largest city of Romania. The metropolis stands on the River Dâmbovița in south-eastern Romania.
From the “Climate” section
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Bucharest's public transport system is one of the largest in Europe, consisting of the Bucharest Metro and a surface transport system.
Bucharest
Romania
Bucharest is the capital and largest city of Romania. The metropolis stands on the River Dâmbovița in south-eastern Romania.
From the “Transport” section
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