Cum a ajuns Bucureștiul, de la un sat amărât din mlaștină, capitala țării. Adevărul despre întemeierea „Micului Paris”

Bucharest transformed from a small settlement in the marshes of Dâmbovița into the capital of Wallachia and later Romania due to political and economic changes. Initially a modest village, it gained prominence after the unification of the Romanian Principalities and reforms by leaders like Cuza and Carol. By the late 19th century, it was dubbed 'Little Paris' for its vibrant cultural life. The city's origins trace back to various human settlements, with archaeological findings indicating continuous habitation since the Paleolithic era. The legend of its founding involves a shepherd named Bucur, although historical records first mention Bucharest in 1459 during Vlad the Impaler's reign. Over time, it evolved from a village near a fortified citadel into a significant urban center, eventually becoming the capital of Wallachia.