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Kilometre Zero

Kilometre Zero
About

Kilometre Zero, or Kilometrul Zero, is a symbolic monument in central Bucharest marking the point from which all distances in Romania are officially measured. Located in front of the New St. George Church on I.C. Brătianu Boulevard, the monument was designed in 1938 by sculptor Constantin Baraschi and architect Horia Creangă. Shaped as a wind rose, it features engraved names of Romanian provinces and cities, including those once part of Greater Romania. At its center lies a zodiacal sphere, adding a celestial dimension to its geographic function. The monument’s history reflects Romania’s shifting borders and political changes, having been buried during the communist era and later restored in 1998. Today, Kilometre Zero serves not only as a practical reference point but also as a quiet testament to national identity and historical memory. Its proximity to major landmarks and its understated elegance make it a meaningful stop for those exploring Bucharest’s layered past.

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Location

The Kilometre Zero monument in Bucharest is located in central Bucharest, in the courtyard of the New Saint George Church (Sfântul Gheorghe Nou) on I.C. Brătianu Boulevard. Created in 1938 by sculptor Constantin Baraschi and architect Horia Creangă, this circular monument marks the official point from which distances to other Romanian cities are measured. The monument is divided into eight sections representing the historical Romanian provinces, including Muntenia, Dobruja, Bessarabia, Moldavia, Bukovina, Transylvania, Banat, and Oltenia. It also inscribes cities now outside modern Romania, such as Chișinău in Moldova and Silistra in Bulgaria, reflecting historical Greater Romania. Nearby, visitors can find the beautiful New Saint George Church, an important historical and spiritual landmark. The location is close to Bucharest's old town area, with Lipscani Street — the vibrant pedestrian street packed with cafes, shops, and nightlife — just across from the monument. The area is lively and well connected by public transport, making the Kilometre Zero spot both a symbolic and practical starting point for exploring Bucharest's rich history and urban culture.

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