3 interesting facts about Romania

Romania is a wonderful country but it is still little known among the turists. Today I have prepared 3 interesting facts which can help you learn more about this misterious country.

1. The smallest banknote of the world

The smallest banknote of the world was released in 1917 by the Ministry of Finance of Romania. It setted a world record as the smallest paper money. It is 2.75 cm long and 3.8 cm in height. The main colour is orange and green. On the obverse is presented a bust of Ferdinand I (King of Romania), and on the reverse the coat of arms of Romania (the golden eagle with a cross in its beak).

 2. Bears

Romania has the largest population of brown bears in Europe. In the Carpathians mountains live about 6.5 thousand of these kind of animals. It is the only country in Europe that didn't banned hunting.

 3.Vama Veche

Vama Veche is a small town located on the Black Sea, a few kilometers from the border with Bulgaria. It is considered as the place where there still are the last hippies beaches in Europe. It is to some extent a wild place where people organize the campfire and pitch a tents. There is also a lot of beaches where people do not need bathing suits :)