Piața Unirii, Central square in Bucharest, Romania
Piața Unirii is a large central square in Bucharest featuring expansive open areas, a prominent fountain complex, and commercial and residential buildings surrounding the space. The plaza spans multiple zones and sits at the junction where four city sectors meet and connect.
Originally a 19th-century market area with halls for meat and vegetable trading, the location underwent complete redevelopment during the 1960s. This transformation shaped it into the major urban center that exists in Bucharest today.
The square serves as a daily gathering place where locals sit by the fountains and watch the water displays in the evening hours. It remains a space where families and friends naturally come together to spend time outdoors throughout the week.
The square is well served by public transportation, including metro lines, bus routes, and tram connections that link different parts of the city. Visitors should plan time to explore the various zones since the area spans a substantial distance.
The fountain complex here ranks among Europe's largest water features and operates with impressive water displays synchronized to music and light. This engineering achievement, renovated in recent years, attracts visitors who come specifically to watch the elaborate shows created by the fountain system.
Location: Bucharest
Inception: 1960
Address: În Piața Unirii; carou cadastral 15 - 16; CB, municipiul București
GPS coordinates: 44.42800,26.10217
Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:43
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