Culture
Events, festivals, music, film and the arts.
Horezu Pottery: Romania's UNESCO-Listed Ceramic Craft
Discover the centuries-old pottery tradition of Horezu, where local clay is shaped, decorated and fired using techniques passed down through generations.
Why 'gen' is more than a filler word in Romanian teen talk
The word 'gen' is everywhere in Romanian teenage speech, but linguist Corina Popa says it has real functions – the trick is knowing when it becomes an empty habit.
Film Now Unveils November Lineup: From 'Joker: Folie à Deux' to 'Juror #2'
The Romanian channel offers a diverse selection of films, including the Joker sequel, a Charles Aznavour biopic, and a romantic comedy set at Coachella.
Ia: the Romanian Embroidered Blouse and the Stories Sewn Into It
The traditional Romanian blouse, the ia, carries regional patterns and centuries of craft. Here is how to read its motifs, and where its tradition shows up today.
The Painted Monasteries of Bucovina: A Gallery in the Open Air
In northern Moldavia, a handful of medieval churches wear their stories on the outside. Here is how to read the frescoes and make the most of a visit.
Colinde and the Romanian Christmas Carolling Tradition
Long before the shop displays go up, Romania's winter calendar fills with colinde, the carols sung door to door. Here is how the tradition works and how visitors can experience it.
Mărțișor: the red and white charm that welcomes spring in Romania
Every 1 March, Romanians pin small red and white tokens to their lapels. Here is the story behind the mărțișor, what it means and how to join in respectfully.
Galați Roman Festival returns with legionaries and ancient crafts
The third Roman Festival takes over the open space outside the House of Arts in Galați from 30 October to 1 November, with military displays, workshops and dance.