tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post9056798957971828541..comments2024-03-28T15:23:57.117+02:00Comments on PlacesPeopleStuff with Character: GARA DE NORDDUTAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12979375799258978432noreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-16411619018867180022011-12-01T09:30:33.000+02:002011-12-01T09:30:33.000+02:00Nel,
It has been for years more than a busy traff...Nel,<br /><br />It has been for years more than a busy traffic artery - it is a whole concept, and a big one.DUTAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12979375799258978432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-84985261922635450992011-11-30T02:40:04.556+02:002011-11-30T02:40:04.556+02:00What a busy looking place. That is alot of traffi...What a busy looking place. That is alot of traffic coming to and fro, 200 a day - wow! Glad you had no problems with exchanging your money.<br /><br />until next time... nelNelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02599976650131750375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-1640323041362892792011-11-22T00:01:19.256+02:002011-11-22T00:01:19.256+02:00These fast food places: McDonald's, KFC...are ...These fast food places: McDonald's, KFC...are full of people.<br /><br />I think it's not the food that attracts them, but rather the chance to sit in a cosy place with friends/family and have a chat over a coke and some french fries.<br /><br />robert,<br /><br />As a child I used to hear a lot about Gara de Nord, so now when in Bucharest I got curious and wanted to have a thorough look DUTAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12979375799258978432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-21516650001202128782011-11-21T22:11:51.119+02:002011-11-21T22:11:51.119+02:00Very interesting post and photos. We have an Amtr...Very interesting post and photos. We have an Amtrak train located in our biggest city, about an hour from here. However, it only goes to Boston and back. We live on a peninsula and have no public transportation at all.Cherylhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07360476402810561433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-77442475965326278642011-11-21T16:10:46.633+02:002011-11-21T16:10:46.633+02:00I like seeing the pics of the station in Bucharest...I like seeing the pics of the station in Bucharest...true danger is everywhere??Kim@stuffcould....https://www.blogger.com/profile/03566751822418137457noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-42606485548098359812011-11-21T09:49:53.157+02:002011-11-21T09:49:53.157+02:00First of all I see that you know more than me abou...First of all I see that you know more than me about Bucharest. I travelled many time in Bucharest and of course visited Gara de Nord.<br /><br />I must say that is not one of my favourites places and I don't like train... in Romania.<br /><br />I have nothing against gypsies or negro, but the one who act like one.roberthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03066416230682768368noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-56286834638288183162011-11-20T01:06:29.872+02:002011-11-20T01:06:29.872+02:00Interesting..the world is awash with KFC and McDon...Interesting..the world is awash with KFC and McDonalds..even in Bucharest! Sad really, when the host country, no matter which in the world, likely has much better, healthier street food that is just as quick as the Fast Food of Anywhere.Susan Ellishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04155106135649887676noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-65746491051794151222011-11-18T18:51:06.841+02:002011-11-18T18:51:06.841+02:00Susan Deborah,
I'm a fan of train rides, and ...Susan Deborah,<br /><br />I'm a fan of train rides, and like you I consider them wonderful. Stations are an integral part of the ride.<br /><br />R.Ramakrishnan,<br /><br />Welcome to my blog!<br />Thanks for your nice comment on Gara de Nord station.DUTAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12979375799258978432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-18595598913529398242011-11-17T18:08:23.128+02:002011-11-17T18:08:23.128+02:00Hi I am delighted to visit your blog. Such a nice ...Hi I am delighted to visit your blog. Such a nice blog on Bucharest.The Gara de Nord is a beautiful building.The offices seem very modern and platforms are sleek & clean.200 trains/day is an amazing number to manage.Ramakrishnanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06391020678534194379noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-55420543643920013122011-11-17T11:35:09.036+02:002011-11-17T11:35:09.036+02:00Train rides are always wonderful and one feels as ...Train rides are always wonderful and one feels as if the landscape is moving along with us. And the entry to these trains are the stations. I so wish that I visit this place. I believe that there are more posts on this place to come. Gladly awaiting.<br /><br />Joy always,<br />SusanS. Susan Deborahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08885957854901839400noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-9001835743143326442011-11-16T22:00:25.962+02:002011-11-16T22:00:25.962+02:00Dimple,
Right. Trains connect us to the world.
Th...Dimple,<br /><br />Right. Trains connect us to the world.<br />Thanks for letting me know about the circles image in your last post.<br /><br />J_on_tour@jayspaze,<br /><br />Indeed it looks austere from the outside; inside the station, a sort of warmth emanates from the crowd of travelers.<br />I think this east-european station is quite safe.DUTAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12979375799258978432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-63254931609197465562011-11-16T10:43:14.242+02:002011-11-16T10:43:14.242+02:00I wondered what I was about to read as the exterio...I wondered what I was about to read as the exterior of the railway station looks a bit austere and something you can easily date to the former regime. As it's usually the first or second place that the traveller sees, it's always good to read posts like this as it can be a bit concerning on arrival about safety in European city railway stations. Roofs and art are my kind of thing in J_on_tourhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05469200077815953611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-59253714413875749012011-11-16T01:13:13.381+02:002011-11-16T01:13:13.381+02:00Without transportation civilization would never ha...Without transportation civilization would never have become what it is. I like this old train station!<br /><br />The circles are pipes: stop back by if you care to see a wider view!<br /><a href="%E2%80%9Didahodimple.blogspot.com/2011/11/circles.html%E2%80%9D" rel="nofollow">Meditations of My Heart</a>Dimplehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08313315926201426600noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-58580175669087462422011-11-15T23:30:52.227+02:002011-11-15T23:30:52.227+02:00Susannah,
I'm very flattered by your kind wor...Susannah,<br /><br />I'm very flattered by your kind words. Thank you.<br /><br />magda,<br /><br />I sure agree with your view that all train stations in the world carry with them some sort of safety risk.<br /><br />Nezzy,<br /><br />You may say this again. GOD was watching over me and protecting me.<br />Best wishes to you too!<br /><br />Alicia,<br /><br />I believe that KCF and McDonald&DUTAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12979375799258978432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-73468022822954676482011-11-15T22:23:04.814+02:002011-11-15T22:23:04.814+02:00How interesting DUTA. It seems so odd to think of ...How interesting DUTA. It seems so odd to think of KFC being in other places in the world. But myself not being a world traveler, in fact only having travelled in my own country to just a few states, it seems strange to think that you would find American fast food in other countries. <br /><br />I remember a trip to Mexico when my daughter was only 6 years old. By the 3rd day there she was tired Aliciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18196096131750922174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-11249084859473467842011-11-15T21:57:09.231+02:002011-11-15T21:57:09.231+02:00I'm so glad God was watchin' over ya when ...I'm so glad God was watchin' over ya when you were treadin' those places noted for not bein' safe.<br /><br />I always adore readin' about your fascinating adventures and seein' a bit of your part of the world.<br /><br />God bless you my beautiful friend and have a marvelous day!!! :o)Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)https://www.blogger.com/profile/10175389676508928061noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-68637835996582826602011-11-15T17:57:46.773+02:002011-11-15T17:57:46.773+02:00My dear friend Duta
Many thanks for so kind words!...My dear friend Duta<br />Many thanks for so kind words!!!<br />Your photos of Bucharest station are great!!!<br />I think the stations in all parts of the world have the same risk.<br />Simply, should always be cautious.<br />I wish you are well and travel ...<br />many greetingsmagdahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14348628808078637370noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-73157925926352197522011-11-15T15:24:07.314+02:002011-11-15T15:24:07.314+02:00Fascinating pictures & such vivid details, Dut...Fascinating pictures & such vivid details, Duta. Thank you! I've thought of you often lately; have missed you~ I'm looking forward to getting updated by reading your latest adventures!Susannahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17706229786132028791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-63577563921507405642011-11-14T22:08:25.234+02:002011-11-14T22:08:25.234+02:00Janie B,
It is indeed an interesting and busy pla...Janie B,<br /><br />It is indeed an interesting and busy place.<br /><br />JoLynne Lyon,<br /><br />In reality, the ceiling looks also quite impressive.<br /><br />La Pettite Gallery,<br /><br />Bucharest is a beautiful city with wide tree-lined boulevards.<br />Thanks for your advice; I'll certainly take it.<br /><br />Ola,<br /><br />As far as Gara de Nord is concerned they all say it has DUTAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12979375799258978432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-80285393464551202362011-11-14T19:11:34.319+02:002011-11-14T19:11:34.319+02:00Duta, Thank you for the tour. I love trains and st...Duta, Thank you for the tour. I love trains and stations. That one is beautiful and it looks so clean. I am wondering if the gypsies are accepted or do they get run off the park sometimes?Jennifer Dhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15194865772198170276noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-29748300261445479332011-11-14T17:25:27.107+02:002011-11-14T17:25:27.107+02:00I have been there so many years ago-as a kid durin...I have been there so many years ago-as a kid during communism, I hope therefore to see a lot of changes on your pictures!Olahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06974463440732558398noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-35976142086003046852011-11-14T12:07:44.902+02:002011-11-14T12:07:44.902+02:00The Paris RR Station sent my head reeling. I ate u...The Paris RR Station sent my head reeling. I ate upstairs and it was soo-- elegante and gorgeous, used a roll of film there. This station looks clean and Bucharest sounds so fasinating.<br />Have fun Darling, and stay safe.<br /><br />yvonneLa Petite Galleryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09553902574516930172noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-9904588357578884672011-11-13T23:05:17.099+02:002011-11-13T23:05:17.099+02:00I love those photos of the ceiling in the station....I love those photos of the ceiling in the station. Eastern Europe has always fascinated me.JoLynne Lyonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01029955836072785693noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-84151767598606937822011-11-13T21:43:16.442+02:002011-11-13T21:43:16.442+02:00Very interesting place. Busy, too.Very interesting place. Busy, too.Janie Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04931897043854080377noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8085364042461678579.post-39631825541071491302011-11-13T18:52:07.542+02:002011-11-13T18:52:07.542+02:00English Rider,
Me, too. Railway stations fascinat...English Rider,<br /><br />Me, too. Railway stations fascinate me.<br /><br />Bica,<br /><br />The entrance with its colonnade is classic architecture .One cannot but like it.<br /><br />Angelina,<br /><br />Indeed so. Watching people come and go, can be quite an adventure.<br /><br />Lumi Ro,<br /><br />I understand. Memories from the past can sometimes bring sadness.DUTAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12979375799258978432noreply@blogger.com