Constitution Square

Constitution Square is a large, semicircular open space in Sector 5 facing the Palace of Parliament. The square is bounded by two major boulevards and forms the center of an extensive government district with administrative buildings on either side.

The square was created in the 1980s following an earthquake in 1977 that damaged parts of the city. The redesign was part of an ambitious plan to modernize and reshape the city center during the communist era.

The square takes its name from Romania's constitution and reflects the political importance of the place. People gather here for celebrations and parades that mark national holidays and local traditions.

The square is easily accessible by public transport, with metro stations Izvor and Unirii nearby along with several bus and tram lines. There is public parking available on the square itself if you arrive by car.

Two historic churches dating from the 1700s, the Antim Monastery and the Nun's Skete, stand hidden behind the large government buildings and were preserved in the 1980s to avoid demolition during urban renewal. These concealed sites show how religious places survived despite suppression during the communist period.