Visit Bucharest

Visit Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. Explore Ljubljana Castle (a medieval fortress with panoramic views over the city), stroll across the Triple Bridge (a unique triple-arched pedestrian bridge designed by Jože Plečnik), and wander through the Central Market (a vibrant hub with fresh produce and local crafts along the Ljubljanica River).

Visit Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. Explore the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral (a gold-domed Orthodox church built in the early 20th century), see the ancient Serdica Roman ruins at the metro station, stroll through Vitosha Boulevard (a pedestrian street with shops and views of Vitosha Mountain), and visit the National Museum of History (housing Thracian gold treasures and artifacts from Bulgaria's past).

Visit Zagreb, the capital of Croatia. Explore the historic Upper Town (Gornji Grad) with St. Mark's Church (colorful tiled roof depicting medieval coats of arms) and the Lotrščak Tower (19th-century cannon fired daily at noon). Stroll through the Dolac Market (one of the largest open-air markets in Europe, known for fresh produce and local crafts) and see the Museum of Broken Relationships (unique collection of personal objects and stories about failed relationships).

Visit Skopje, the capital of North Macedonia. Explore the Stone Bridge (a 15th-century Ottoman bridge spanning the Vardar River), see the massive Warrior on a Horse statue in Macedonia Square, wander through the Old Bazaar (one of the largest and oldest in the Balkans with traditional crafts and architecture), and visit the Memorial House of Mother Teresa (birthplace museum of the Nobel laureate).

A father in false teeth stalks his consultant daughter around Bucharest; the funniest German film.

Two students arrange an illegal abortion in Ceausescu's Romania; the New Wave's Palme d'Or.

An old man is shuttled between Bucharest hospitals for a night; black comedy as indictment.

Visit Sarajevo, capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Walk through Baščaršija (the old bazaar with Ottoman-era shops and the Sebilj fountain), see the Latin Bridge (where Archduke Franz Ferdinand was assassinated, sparking World War I), explore the Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque (a 16th-century Ottoman landmark with intricate architecture), and try local dishes like ćevapi (grilled minced meat) and burek (savory pastry).