One of the most beautiful building in central Bucharest is Chrissoveloni Palace. It was revived and turned into the largest bookstore in Romania.
The building belonged to a famous family of bankers and was restored by the only heir remained alive.
Chrissoveloni Palace was built in 1860. It has hosted the most powerful Romanian banking family. Here there were sleeping quarters and administrative offices. After the financial crisis of the '30s, the building was transformed into a popular bazaar and later the communists have turned it into a shop called Familia.
After few years, the architectural jewel was won in court by the heir, Jean Chrissoveloni, and he had only one desire - to convey it to the culture.
Thus appeared Carturesti Carusel bookstore.
In this beautiful place you get the "book, music, tea and trimmings" - this is the slogan of the bookstore.
The place is now a culture carousel, where even if you're not an erudite, you can spin and forget the noise of the city.
Linking with Tuesday's Treasures.
Oh my goodness! J'adore what they've done here.. This has to be the most beautiful bookstore I've ever seen Nicol.
RăspundețiȘtergereChrissoveloni Palace is such a wonderful treasure and it's been restored beautifully. All of the architecture details are a delight. Thanks Nicol for sharing this week and I hope that you will return soon.
RăspundețiȘtergereOh my but how I LOVE this building! It is an architectural beauty! So glad Jean Chrissoveloni was good enough to gift to the people!
RăspundețiȘtergereWow, what a beautiful place. I just love it. Love the curved stairs, love the light and brightness of the place.
RăspundețiȘtergereoh wow, that is beautiful!
RăspundețiȘtergereBeautiful. I'd love to browse through this store...
RăspundețiȘtergereI like how they did up that place. So inviting. Wish I could visit.
RăspundețiȘtergerewow, what a wonderful place. Would love to visit some day. :)
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