University of Bucharest, Bucharest

University of Bucharest, Bucharest

The University of Bucharest in Romania was founded in 1864 by a decree of Prince Alexandru Ioan Cuza set to convert the former Saint Sava Academy into the current University of Bucharest. In the 2012 QS World University Rankings it was listed among the Top 200 universities of the world (151-200 band).

In 1694, Constantin Brâncoveanu, ruler of Wallachia, established the Princely Academy of Saint Sava in Bucharest with the initial language of instruction being Greek. Later, in 1776, Alexander Ypsilantis, another ruler of Wallachia, reformed the curriculum of the Saint Sava Academy by having added courses of the French, Italian and Latin languages. In 1859, the Faculty of Law was created. In 1857, Carol Davila established the National School of Medicine and Pharmacy. In 1857, the foundation stone of the University Palace in Bucharest was laid. In 1956, student leaders, mainly from this university, planned a peaceful protest against Romania's Communist regime but were forcibly prevented from carrying it out.

The area around the old University building (the University Square), adjacent to the C. A. Rosetti, Roman, Kogălniceanu, and Union Squares was the scene of many riots, protests and clashes with security forces during the Romanian Revolution of 1989. In the months of April–June 1990, the University of Bucharest was the centre of anti-communist protests.
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Sight Name: University of Bucharest
Sight Location: Bucharest, Romania (See walking tours in Bucharest)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark

Walking Tours in Bucharest, Romania

Create Your Own Walk in Bucharest

Create Your Own Walk in Bucharest

Creating your own self-guided walk in Bucharest is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Bucharest Introduction Walking Tour

Bucharest Introduction Walking Tour

Bucharest, the capital and cultural center of Romania, is one of the largest cities in Southeastern Europe.

The name București has an unverified origin. Tradition links it to the guy named Bucur, who (according to various legends) was either a prince, outlaw, fisherman, shepherd or a hunter. The Romanian word “bucurie” means joy (happiness), which in turn explains one of Bucharest's...  view more

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.7 Km or 2.3 Miles
Old Town Walking Tour

Old Town Walking Tour

The Historical Center of Bucharest, or the Old Town, as the locals habitually refer to it, is one of the most beloved and attractive areas in the Romanian capital. The neighborhood is really beautiful a place to visit, and you can walk into it pretty much from anywhere in central Bucharest. Ion Constantin Brătianu Boulevard crosses the historic heart of the city from Piata Universitate...  view more

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.9 Km or 1.2 Miles

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16 Uniquely Romanian Things To Buy in Bucharest

16 Uniquely Romanian Things To Buy in Bucharest

Nicknamed "Little Paris", today's Bucharest is the capital of a vibrant European nation, known as Romania, with lots of history and great cultural heritage - spanning from centuries-old rural traditions to New Wave cinema. Keen on rustic stuff, Romanians carefully preserve their...