This is the third in a series of caches dedicated to my geo-partner and amorcito-iubită, prepared as part of her birthday present after months of enjoying geocaching together around Romania and the world. Feel free to wish her a happy birthday in the log if you’d like! I hope you enjoy finding it as much as I enjoyed preparing it.
The English Passage (Pasajul Englez) is a historical passage in Bucharest, built in 1885. It was created alongside the Hotel English (built by Joseph Resch), located between Calea Victoriei and Strada Academiei.
The passage, designed in the style of European capitals, was narrow and covered with a glass roof on a metal frame. The hotel later became a luxurious brothel, frequented by notable figures such as King Carol II and writer Alexandru Paleologu. The passage offered discreet access for clients, and the upper-floor balconies allowed women to be seen by passersby. The brothel was closed in 1947 by the communist authorities, and the building was subsequently transformed into residential housing, which it remains today.
Unfortunately, being such an incredible monument of the city, it is not kept in the best condition, but it allows people to travel in time and find a truly hidden gem, especially for obscure places lovers.
"Close to where history turned a page, under a cross, a moment of love did engage. The next clue lies where time and hearts aligned, and the word "sărut" still can be hear"