Top 20 most beautiful monuments in Romania2026 ranking

Just arriving on site, on the path that leads to the entrance, you are struck by the beauty of this castle. The wonder continues inside and in the garden. The decor, the furniture, and the artwork give you a great glimpse into the history and life of the former Romanian nobility. A small downside: I found it "petty" that you have to pay a supplement at the entrance for the right to take photos.

This tiny Orthodox church is located right next to the monastery of the same name, and between the two is a magnificent little courtyard lined with pretty flowers and plants. (The monks were playing religious chants when I walked in.) And the facade of the church is simply superb, adorned with arabesques, colorful, and all intricate. The interior is covered in gilding. You can sometimes catch ceremonies if you are lucky. The church is located at the very end of a street, which is less busy than the others, quiet, and surrounded by trees. That said, you can easily recognize it from a distance! I think if you only visit one monument in Bucharest, this should be the one. P.S. For women, be sur…

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It is really a very beautiful building. And the inside is even prettier! You can visit it during the day, but in my case, I went there to see a piano concert. There are often very affordable concerts, so I think it is worth it, just to be able to enjoy the music and the decor!

During my stay, it was unfortunately under construction. My friend who is Romanian told me that you have to visit in the evening, because there is a tradition where they kidnap the bride during the wedding reception, and the new husband has to get her back in exchange for a ransom. And it is traditionally at the Arch of Triumph that they bring them! You can find several brides there at once, and I would have loved to witness that!

In my opinion, this is the most beautiful church in Bucharest. It is so cute with its little cloister where you can rest for a bit. The interior was tiny too, and we arrived during a service where a small group of nuns were singing their prayers. Very authentic!