Romania
Romania Currency
Romania's currency is the "leu" (plural "lei") (it means "lion" in Romanian). It is the descendant of a Dutch currency that was used in this area in the 17th century.
Christmas in Romania
In Romania, Christmas and mid-winter celebrations last from 20th December to 7th January. The 20th is when people in Romania celebrate St. Ignatius's Day. It is traditional that if the family keep pigs, one is killed on this day. The meat from the pig is used in the Christmas meals.
Romania Lakes and Rivers
The Romania lakes and rivers constitute an extensive network interspersing the entire land of Romania. The country has radial-shaped river network. The Carpathian Mountains are the source of 98% of the river bodies.