Baiulescu House (Casa Baiulescu), Brasov
Casa Baiulescu is located at the place where one of Brasov Fortifications' legendary bastions, Bastionul Curerarilor, was placed. You can reach it at the northeastern part of the fortifications. The bastion was demolished in 1887 and a new building in Modern Romanesque style was constructed by local architect Manole Diamandi. The edifice was built by the first Brasov mayor, Gheorghe Baiulescu, as a gift for his daughter’s wedding.
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Sight Name: Baiulescu House (Casa Baiulescu)
Sight Location: Brasov, Romania (See walking tours in Brasov)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Brasov, Romania (See walking tours in Brasov)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
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