Romanian Symbols – The Brâncovenesc Facade – Architecture as Poetry in Stone - Romania Osaka Expo 2025

Brâncovenesc architecture is one of the most expressive forms of art in Romania, a style born at the crossroads of East and West, blending the elegance of Baroque with Byzantine and Gothic influences. The palaces and churches of the Brâncovenesc period are true masterpieces, where every sculptural detail holds a symbolic meaning.

The twisted columns evoke the dynamics of life, while the floral motifs and acanthus leaves symbolize rebirth and continuity. The sculpted rosettes on the facades resemble those of European Gothic cathedrals but retain a distinct character that reflects the artistic sensitivity of Constantin Brâncoveanu’s era.

Reproduced in salt in the area dedicated to arts and crafts, this facade becomes a gateway to a time of refinement, craftsmanship, and an architectural vision that has withstood centuries and continues to inspire today.