Romania is a country in Eastern Europe, Europe with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Romania that most people don't know.
Romania is home to Transylvania and the legend of Count Dracula, based on the real 15th-century ruler Vlad the Impaler. Romanian-born Nadia Comaneci was the first gymnast in Olympic history to score a perfect 10.0 in 1976.
Romania is the birthplace of Transylvania and the Dracula legend.
Romania has the fastest average internet speed in Europe.
Nadia Comaneci was the first gymnast to score a perfect 10 at the Olympics, in 1976.
Romania has one of Europe's largest forested areas — the Carpathian Mountains.
Romania is home to Transylvania and the legend of Count Dracula, based on the real 15th-century ruler Vlad the Impaler. Romanian-born Nadia Comaneci was the first gymnast in Olympic history to score a perfect 10.0 in 1976.
Romania is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
The Gothic castle in Transylvania associated with the Dracula legend, perched on a rocky bluff
A stunning Neo-Renaissance mountain palace — one of the most beautiful castles in Europe
UNESCO exterior-frescoed monasteries with vivid Byzantine paintings preserved for 500 years
A UNESCO biosphere reserve where Europe's largest river meets the Black Sea in a labyrinth of channels
Romania is home to Transylvania and the legend of Count Dracula, based on the real 15th-century ruler Vlad the Impaler. Romanian-born Nadia Comaneci was the first gymnast in Olympic history to score a perfect 10.0 in 1976.
The capital of Romania is Bucharest.
Romania has a population of approximately 19.1M.
The official language of Romania is Romanian.
Romania gained independence in 1877.
Romania uses the Leu (RON).