You're about to embark on a wonderful adventure into the world of books and travel, and Romania is a destination that offers much in this regard! This year, we suggest you include in your holiday plans, or alongside them, some of the most captivating book fairs in the country.

Here are a few recommendations that will surely pique your interest and delight your book-loving soul!

• The International Book Fair Gaudeamus in Bucharest:

The Gaudeamus International Book Fair in Bucharest is the largest event of its kind in Romania and one of the most important in Eastern Europe. Here, you'll find prestigious publishers, renowned authors, and a plethora of new and interesting books. The atmosphere is captivating, offering the perfect opportunity to interact with writers, discover new releases, and add to your personal book collection.

This year, the event is scheduled for October 16th - 20th.

Last year's 30th edition took place from November 22nd - 26th.

It's also worth noting that related events are held in several cities across the country. The recent editions were in Craiova from March 13th - 17th and Cluj-Napoca from April 24th - 28th.

Stay updated with event information by visiting the gaudeamus.ro website and the Facebook page: Radio România Gaudeamus.

• The International Book Salon Bookfest in Bucharest:

The 17th edition of the International Book Salon Bookfest will take place from May 29th to June 2nd, 2024, at the Romexpo Exhibition Center in Bucharest.

The organizers have announced that the Guest of Honor for this edition will be the Republic of Moldova. Visitors to this section will have the opportunity to participate in debates, book launches, and meetings with cultural and literary figures from both sides of the Prut River.

The official website of the event describes Bookfest as "the most important book salon in Romania and the only event in the publishing industry that has achieved a significant international dimension."

At last year's edition from May 24th - 28th, over 170 exhibitors were present. Throughout the five days, more than 400 events were organized, ranging from book launches and debates to film screenings and interactive events.

Bookfest has local editions in Timișoara, Cluj-Napoca, Târgu Mureș, Brașov, and another international edition in Chișinău.

For more details, visit: https://bookfest.ro/ and Facebook: Bookfest - Salonul Internațional de Carte.

• The Transylvania International Book Festival in Cluj

The Transylvania International Book Festival, FICT, in Cluj-Napoca reached its 9th edition last year, held from September 28th to October 1st.

The date for this year's festival has not been announced yet, but based on past experiences, it's worth keeping an eye out.

Last year's theme was "AI and the Book," drawing parallels between modern technologies and books, highlighting that there is not an incompatibility, but rather complementarity.

"From any future, whatever it may be, books, education, and culture cannot be absent," convey the organizers.

Stay connected with the event on the official website, https://transylvaniabook.com/, and on Facebook: Festivalul Internaţional de Carte Transilvania.

• LIBfest, the Book Fair and Cultural Experiences Festival in Brașov

LIBfest, the Book Fair and Cultural Experiences Festival in Brașov, is a true celebration that blends multiple facets of culture, from books to concerts and other unique events. It's worth noting that the initiative also includes an online component for those unable to attend in person.

The physical event takes place outdoors, in the heart of Brașov's historic area. This aspect is significant as it supports "the connection between creators and readers and contributes to Brașov's cultural footprint every August," as stated by the organizers.

If you're interested, follow the website, https://blog.libris.ro/, and the Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/libfestcultural, to stay updated with the latest news and updates.

• Sepsi Book - Contemporary Book and Literature Fair in Sfântu Gheorghe
  

The capital city of Covasna County, Sfântu Gheorghe, will host the third edition of the Sepsi Book Contemporary Book and Literature Fair from May 23rd to May 26th.

The event is a celebration of written culture and encounters with books, a literary and community experience, according to the organizers. They promise "the best editorial production in the region, creating an opportunity for authors from Romania and Hungary to connect with each other and their readers at the crossroads of cultures. Sepsi Book is the only book fair in the region committed to a literary-artistic dialogue in Hungarian and Romanian, offering a program and a selection of multilingual books."

For details about guests and the latest information, visit the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/sepsibookfest.