Your group trip in Bucharest
During the Ceaucescu era, Romania experienced one of the harshest regimes of the Soviet bloc. Marked by its enormous Palace of Parliament, testimony to the megalomania of the dictator, Bucharest has become the symbol of a sinister time for Romania and its reputation still suffers today. That's a shame since the capital of Romania is worth exploring. It's among the less expensive European capitals when it comes to finding a hotel or accommodation for groups. That makes it an attractive destination for organizing your annual sports team or association trip. To reach Bucharest, the simplest solution is by plane thanks to Bucharest International Airport with connections to many other capitals of Europe. Train and coach are also options, but Bucharest is on the far side of the Carpathian Mountains, on the very border of Europe, and the journey can be long for your group even if the landscapes will be beautiful.
At the crossroads of cultures, perched on the border between Europe and Asia, Bucharest elegantly mixes architectural styles. Medieval churches built next to French-inspired palaces of the early 20th century which earned the nickname Little Paris of the Balkans. Wandering the city, your group can admire Baroque or Art Nouveau buildings alongside vestiges of the Soviet area. The Parliament Palace, which today houses a museum of contemporary art, is a colossal building built by Ceaucescu. The style is not the most sophisticated but your group will be impressed by so much excess. Bucharest is a lively city that expresses itself on the terrace cafes, especially in the old district of Lipscani, now full of restaurants, trendy spots and concept stores. Keep in mind that Romania, beyond the walls of Bucharest, is a rural country, and your group will enjoy a visit to the Museum of the Romanian Peasant, the site of a lovely weekend craft market.