Romania Today

Since the EU accession in 2007, Romania has changed significantly — and yet not enough, as many Romanians say. The economy is growing, cities are rapidly modernizing (Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca, Timișoara are dynamic tech hubs), and a young, well-educated generation is pushing forward. At the same time, the country struggles with corruption, rural depopulation, and brain drain: Over 4 million Romanians live and work abroad — one of the largest diasporas in Europe.

Multicultural Heritage

Romania is ethnically more diverse than most visitors expect: 6% of the population are Hungarians (mainly in Transylvania and the Székely Land), along with Roma, Germans (the remaining Transylvanian Saxons and Banat Swabians), Turks, Tatars, and Ukrainians. This diversity is reflected in the architecture, cuisine, and traditions.

Religious Life

Romania is one of the most religious countries in Europe: 81% are Romanian Orthodox, and the church plays a central role in daily life. Monasteries are not museums but vibrant places of faith. At Easter (the Orthodox Easter often falls on a different date than the Western one), the country shines with festivity: Midnight services, candlelights, and the Easter greeting ritual "Hristos a înviat!" (Christ is risen!).

Hospitality

Romanian hospitality is not a tourist show — it is genuine and deeply rooted. In rural areas, you will be invited to eat, served with schnapps (Țuică), and treated like a friend, even if you cannot communicate. The most important thing: Accept. Refusing is considered impolite. And bring a small gift (chocolate, coffee from Germany) — it will be received with joy.