Romanian Folk Tales Spurring Development of a Museum and Theme Park in Codlea
The Romanian Fairy Tales Museum in Codlea, a captivating urban regeneration project, is set to transform a previously unused plot in the Maial area into a cultural and tourist destination. With a total funding request of over RON 18 million, approximately RON 15.3 million of which comes from non-reimbursable European funds, the project is a joint effort between the Codlea local municipality and the Regional Development Agency for the Central Region.
The themed park spans over 1,500 sqm, and the surrounding green area, approximately 17,000 sqm, will be landscaped with pathways, gazebos, pergolas, benches, parking spaces, and durable vegetation suitable for recreational use. This enchanting space will feature nine newly constructed zones, each offering unique experiences for visitors.
Step into the Hero's House, the Enchanted Stable, the Ogre's House with interactive audio-video installations, the Witch's House with immersive storytelling technology, a mythical cave, the Princess's Tower featuring 3D and photo-video installations, a castle for interactive games, an amphitheater with 200 seats, and a village street showcasing traditional crafts.
Simion Cretu, General Director of the Regional Development Agency Central, has stated that the museum and park will aim to educationally and attractively explore beloved themes from Romanian folk tales. The project plans to create a space that not only entertains but also educates, fostering a deeper appreciation for the country's rich cultural heritage.
The project will be equipped with ticketing systems, lighting, and audio-video surveillance for the safety and convenience of visitors. Furthermore, the project aims to engage in experience exchanges and study visits with cultural institutions from other Romanian regions and Danube countries, promoting the sharing of best practices and fostering joint initiatives.
The estimated timeline for completing all project objectives is 36 months. Once completed, the Romanian Fairy Tales Museum in Codlea is expected to stimulate economic development, create new jobs, improve living standards, and provide a new source of revenue for the local budget. This project is a significant step towards differentiating Codlea's tourist offerings within the Brașov area, joining a network of similar theme parks supported by European funds in Romania.
For more information about the project, visit the official website at irina.marica@our website.
[1] For example, the "Casa de Păpuși" (Doll House) in Bucharest and the "Muzeul de Povești Populare Românești" (Museum of Romanian Fairy Tales) in Piatra Neamț, both funded by European funds.
- This captivating project, set to revolutionize the landscape of Codlea, will not only offer unique outdoor living experiences but also serve as a platform for home-and-garden learning, with the themed park and surrounding green areas meticulously designed to promote culture, education, and self-development.
- In addition to its tourist appeal, the Romanian Fairy Tales Museum will actively engage in educational exchanges and study visits, fostering a cross-regional collaboration between Romania's cultural travel institutions and those along the Danube region, thereby facilitating the sharing of best practices and fostering joint initiatives.
- As the project progresses, it is anticipated to have a substantial impact on the local economy, stimulating economic development, creating new jobs, and augmenting living standards, while providing an innovative new source of revenue for the local budget and differentiating Codlea's tourist offerings within the Brașov area.
