About Piata Revolutiei (Revolution Square)

Revolution Square features four parts: A small paved path for visitors to mourn and contemplate, A Wall of Remembrance, having a brass plate of all the victims that led to the arrest and execution of the dictator, The Path of Triumph leading to the main pyramid, and The Memorial of Rebirth, a striking memorial which marks the spectacular events from 1989, when several people were killed for their blatant opposition of the tyrannical rule of the Ceausescu regime. It looks like a white obelisk piercing through a black basket-like crown and stands on an island in Calea Victoriei. Locals term it the black potato on a skewer /stick of the Revolution. An unusual structure commissioned by the Bucharest City Hall in 2004 and part of a broader structure that honors the victims of the Romanian Revolution of 1989 when Communism was overthrown. However, it is the monument's centerpiece, the white marble obelisk surrounded by several statues that is the main attraction. The rounded nest-like structure, the obelisk pierces through represents the martyrs' sacrifices. Nicolai Ceausescu, realizing he no longer was held in high esteem or fear by his people, fled the place only to be caught soon after and executed. 

Must See

  • King Carol's Statue 
  • George Enescu Square hosting the Athenaeum and the Cretulescu Church and the University Square
  • The Palace of the Minister of Internal Affairs
  • The Theodor Aman Museum
  • The Memorial of Rebirth
  •  The Athenee Palace
  • National Art Museum.

How to reach

The Universitate metro station is an easy 8 minutes walk away. The Nicholai Balcescu Blvd. bus station that connects to no. 126, 168, 226, 300 & 368 bus services is a 3 minute walk away.

Tips

  • It is a sombre place full of architectural marvels. 
  • At this very place on December  21st, 1989, Nicolae Ceausescu's reign of tyranny began to crumble.
  • It is a place which is a memorial of all the past struggles in the not so distant past, so act in accordance.
  • Well preserved orthodox churches. 
  • A must-see for history buffs.
  • This is open to all and is free of charge.
  • Please dress modestly.
  • Kindly maintain decorum at the religious centers.

Visit Time

Sunday: Open 24 hours

Monday: Open 24 hours

Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Thursday: Open 24 hours

Friday: Open 24 hours

Saturday: Open 24 hours

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Time you can spend

2 hours

 

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Mist 1.29°C

 

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