Romania is widely regarded internationally as the country of Dracula, and famous for its castles, medieval towns and strong spiritual beliefs. But is there more to it than vampires, castles and churches?

Throughout this podcast, I will be delving into Romanian myths, traditions, history, spirituality, art and literature in order to make sense of the otherworldly side of my cultural heritage.

My name is Andreea and this is “A Romanian Twist”.

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Churches and cathedrals are important staples of Romanian culture, but the Curtea de Arges cathedral is more than that - it is the home of a mysterious legend that has stood the test of time.

My name is Andreea and this is “A Romanian Twist”.

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Why is Romania so widely associated with Dracula and vampires? Are we really a nation of blood drinking monsters or is there something more to this intriguing connection?

My name is Andreea and this is “A Romanian Twist”.

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The main protagonist of this story was the pioneer of several branches of Romanian history and philology. His name was Bogdan Petriceicu Hasdeu and he is still remembered to this day as one of the most important figures of Romanian culture. However, there is something else he is even more famous for – his strong connection with his daughter Iulia Hasdeu, a connection which defied death and bridged the gap between the world of the living and the realm of the dead.

My name is Andreea and this is “A Romanian Twist”.

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The arrival of spring is celebrated in Romania through three main traditions, but one of them in particular is most likely to raise some eyebrows. This episode delves into the portrayals of Dochia in Romanian folklore and the correlations of these legends with the origins of the Romanian people.

My name is Andreea and this is “A Romanian Twist”.

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