Belle Epoque beauty
Dear Bucharest,
I wanted to like you. Really, I did.
I was excited to experience all that you had to offer and arrived with an open mind and a sense of adventure.
My disappointment isn't your fault. I can see that you are being mistreated. Your faded, crumbling beauty is still evident, despite the neglect. I loved your friendly citizens, gorgeous Belle Epoque architecture and beautiful churches.
You have such potential!
There were moments when I could see past the decay and ignore the atmosphere of organized crime that seemed to permeate everything. But they were brief moments.
I know that there are people who care for you and are proud of you. I hope that one day they will lovingly restore you to your former glory. You deserve to be cherished and looked after.
Unfortunately I won't be visiting again any time soon.
You and I just didn't "click."
However, I wish you all the best in the future.
Kind Regards,
Jennifer
Bucharest Old Town - apparently the road works will continue for years
Stavropoleos Church - interior, gardens and restoration still going on
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