
Alexandru Orăscu
Alexandru Orăscu was a prominent Romanian architect born in Bucharest, known for his classical architectural designs that contributed significantly to the urban landscape of Romania. He served as the chief architect of the capital during the 1840s and was involved in political life, becoming the Minister of Cults and Public Instruction in 1876. Orăscu was the first president of the Society of Romanian Architects and is celebrated for his work on iconic buildings such as the old headquarters of the University of Bucharest and Hotel Carol in Constanța. His legacy includes the Orăscu Plan, a proposal for the systematic urbanization of Bucharest, which remains a point of reference in Romanian architecture.
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Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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Romania | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 19,237,691 | 11,126 | $250,000 | 145$ |
Totals | 1 | 19,237,691 | 11,126 | $250,000 | 145$ |
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Alexandru Orăscu was a pioneer of Romanian architecture, known for promoting classicism.
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