În ce oraș a apărut primul magazin universal din România? Primul spațiu comercial tip mall, înființat în 1928 • Newsweek România

The first universal store in Romania opened in Sibiu in 1914, designed by architect Franz Buertmes. This store was the first commercial space built specifically for retail in the country. In 1928, the first large universal store resembling modern malls was established in Bucharest, known as Galeriile Lafayette. This store featured multiple departments across five floors and was inspired by Parisian models. It remained operational through various political changes, including a name change during the communist regime. After the revolution, the building underwent restoration and has since transformed into a public dining space.