Romanian Babushka Shows Me Her 100 Years Old Mountain Home - Sinaia, Romania 🇷🇴

[@Davud_Akh]

Please check out the links below if you wish to stay with my host in Sinaia, Romania 🇷🇴 and experience real village mountain home stays. Here are her businesses: 🏡 Vila Floare de Colt: maps.app.goo.gl/iDhhH7skcMe3cBAW8 🏡 Casa Insorita: maps.app.goo.gl/SsccmEfA3Ct6muFd9

[@idkman8922]

Hi Davud I'm one of your avid fan and followers wish I could see you when you were here in the Philippines..more power to you and Good luck❤❤❤

[@irfanaslamkhan1897]

What a wonderful lady you found , great to guest, Romania is a hidden gym. Thanks for the footage Davood.

[@DeannaSt]

Hi Davud , I ‘ve noticed a comment down this thread and you or KZbin blocked any reply to that comment - which is wrong either way. The comment was about “ don’t call Romanian old ladies *babushka* because we are not Russian” . It is true and any reference to Russia and Russian things in Romania you should treat as very sensitive or avoid. I’m not gonna get into details, every nation is entitled to their sympathies or non-sympathies when it comes to history and past suffering. Russia invaded Romania 11 times in the past, that’s not going to be forgotten easily, but that’s not what I want to explain here. So, let me explain why “babushka” is incorrect and not very nice: apart from Romanians not liking to be called Russian names because they are not a Slavic nation but a romance or Latin provenance nation, the word BABA which in Serbian and other Slavic languages means literally “grandmother,” in Romanian means derogatorily “old woman” or “old hag”. The word to address to an old woman in Romania shouldn’t have to start with “babă”! The corect word is “doamnă” if the old woman is a bit more polished and more like a lady, or “bunica” (boonika) or mamaie (mammyeah) or tanti (tauntie) if she is more of a country woman or a simpler woman . You cannot call a university professor in her 70s mamayeah or boonika…or tauntie you would have to call her “doamna”. So if the word baba is derogatory in Romanian, babushka is not far from it and most Romanian old ladies don’t like to be called “babă” even if they are 80, because it sounds derogatory. Especially those who are not grandmothers are even more sensitive of being called baba or babushka. I’m only trying to help you and I’m taking my time writing a long post not only to be very clear to you but eventually to be clear to other people reading the comments here; because what’s the point of travelling if we don’t learn certain things… right? 🙂 I enjoy your vlogs very much and I will definitely stay at Lucia‘s place when I’ll go to Romania next time, thank you for presenting us her cozy houses where I would love to spend a few days. You are not only a great vlogger but you are also a really nice human being. 🫡🤝👍 PS. Even if she is not a university professor Lucia should be addressed to as “doamna Lucia” 😉

[@sorinb6107]

@@DeannaSt 100% corect! De cateva ori am avut si eu intentia de a lamuri acest aspect pe la alte vloguri. Peste tot se foloseste apelativul "babuska" atunci cand se refera la o persoana in varsta

[@cheajna]

Don't call her Babushka, it's offensive. Not a Romanian word! The right word is "Doamna" or "Lady."

[@Spaghetti_MF]

Nobody talking about this lady in her 70's taking care of everything alone? Imagine in the winter she has to buy wood and carry it in every room to heat up the house, don't forget she has to clean the tons of snow falling every day. The amount of work she does is insane. This, the natural food and clean air is keeping her young and active.

[@ionutas11]

I am Romanian and I am amazed by how many of my fellow citizens speak English quite well in this type of videos ...

[@Muielamanelisti]

Bro you have no ideea :)) Corse we speak good english , brother why so low standards :)) .... kidding :))

[@Spiritismo_]

@@Muielamanelisti Idea*, Course*. You're making a fool of yourself. Nobody else uses Yahoo Messenger emojis in the Western world.

[@alincirstescu4732]

No way she's 70 years,looks more like 58-60... what an amazing lady😊

[@geog26]

like my mom

[@Spiritismo_]

Actually she really does look 70.

[@alincirstescu4732]

@@Spiritismo_ 68..69

[@soboredtourist]

🙏🙏 Romania is Europe's hidden gem! Mountain regions are fabulous, that's where the people are still greatly hospitable!

[@Davud_Akh]

Totally! Loved my time at the mountains and little villages. More videos are coming from Romania 🇷🇴❤️

[@sorinpopa1442]

Great cant wait! ​@@Davud_Akh

[@floreaciprian9742]

I dont know why, but we just find joy in showing people our country, food and traditions

[@eleonoraivanova1]

I'm impressed with the good English of most elderly people, especially the guest house owner.

[@Spiritismo_]

Her English is actually very broken, and she says 'uhhhhh' after every word because she's literately translating sentences from Romanian.

[@ratnamallick6530]

Luciya; the great energetic,beautiful - loveable and honourable lady with superb hospitality....... love her with my inner affection ❤❤❤❤❤ Watched from Kolkata , India 🇮🇳

[@margaretakwa5687]

Davud,i have not seen an apartment owner who is so open like this woman she so adorable❤

[@JayanRajan-pv3ke]

The Romanian countryside is so adorable. Sparsely populated and quiet, compared to the over populated south asian countries. Thank you Davud for the series. The grandmother is so adorable.

[@idkman8922]

What a hospitality of a grandmother thank you for the warm welcome for davuh❤️❤️

[@user-ve3uy6sc1t]

Davud, you are a great human being! I wish this world will be built by people like you! Wishing you a long and beautiful life!

[@pinulmaredse4341]

The lady you’ve stayed with is my fellow colleague !! We worked together some years ago ! She worked in this industry for all her life and I am very proud of what she did by keeping her ancestor’s house so good and keeping on going with her family business ! Good luck and congratulations , Luci !

[@teresalehtonen8499]

She is amazing! I can only imagine the amount of work in the winter, how she heat the place and take care of snow etc. Luci is iron woman!

[@Spiritismo_]

She can't stop talking, sadly.

[@laral8668]

What a beautiful place and wow how nice she is ❤really hospitality I want to visit that place , can’t wait for the next beautiful Romanian 🇷🇴 ❤video .

[@veenanisha478]

What a beautiful country Romania.with lovely Lady.waiting for the next Romanian video. Thanks.

[@Menonvloggs]

The Lady is so cute, Loved her hospitality.

[@mujdeoncu10]

I like this video very much because I have seen kind and friendly Romanian people, and also beautiful warm and cosy accomodation. I want to visit that lovely lady's place as soon as possible. The lady represents Romania very well. The taxi driver was very kind and nice. He was a real gentlman. Madame Gucia or Lucia is very lovely, sophisticated and energetic. She is also a noble lady. What a cute house she has. That village is very very nice. I like it a lot. Thank you Davut because you have shown this beautiful village from beautiful Romania. 👏🙏

[@mimisor66]

Confiture is French for jam with whole fruits. The bitter cherry jam is the best ever jam, you must really ask to taste it.

[@ilievasile2274]

I discovered you last year with your vlogs from Afghanistan. Thank you for visiting our country and I wish you many pleasant experiences

[@Davud_Akh]

Thank you so much for having me here! ❤️🇷🇴

[@inapetrisor2874]

Beautiful house and this old lady is``wow,,!!

[@janakaperera1242]

Amazing small hotel like in fairy tale, nice cute lady who explains every things in very patient manner ❤ as Sri Lankan I recall this small town more or less to Nuwara Eliya Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 your are very fortunate to witnessed beauty of the 44:08 nature in beautiful Romania🇷🇴 all the very best to you 👍

[@udanigamage2367]

What a lovely lady 😊♥️

[@clarakam3858]

Lucia at her age she moves really good❤.

[@lindabati5625]

Very nice hotel,I love how she keeps all the rooms so beautiful.❤😊

[@jeanettedias64]

What a amazing lady, she owns a historical homes. Beautiful location amidest mountains n mersmerisng view. I don't think she can manage this huge place alone maintaining it . There must a house girl or someone working for her. Amazing vedio Davud. Bless bless d lady n u too for through u we r seeing many wonderful places all over d world. Be blessed

[@dyawr]

That's what I was wondering as well, I hope she's not managing them alone..

[@eedragonr]

For sure this is the result of the hard work of many family members in generations

[@jeanettedias64]

@@eedragonr absolutely

[@Mike-METALS]

Big fan from canada 🇨🇦 you are a good soul my friend

[@DrYasmineElZenati]

You attract great people because you reflect kindness and good energy!

[@DrYasmineElZenati]

And I’m so happy you’re enjoying my country ❤

[@kyleesteban467]

Davud, she love her history. You are a new person for her to repeat her stories. This lady reminds me of my Abuela. I bet You if Your plate is empty, she will serve You more food. Whether You want it or You are full.

[@floreaciprian9742]

balkan grandmas and mexican grandmas are the same bro.

[@Nunos645cgh]

Romania looks stunning and your host Lucia is adorable!

[@eu1898]

Great video, great lady, great views, great accommodation. Good luck!

[@charliemihai5471]

Davud, you seem more and more Romanian with each show I watch. I have to thank you for the way you present a specific reality that our corrupt and incapable government spends millions for no purpose. I also think that you manage through your curiosity and cultural openness to make some Romanians appreciate what they have forgotten they have.

[@RaduRadonys]

The "corrupt and incapable government" is the mirror of all of us. Just remember what percentage had PSD at the last elections and you'll see that not the government is the culprit, but the Romanian people.

[@noralg3081]

What a lovely lady and a great video . Such a rich culture . I am looking forward to watching more of your videos . Thanks for sharing

[@eedragonr]

The use of the dried flowers, immortelle or straw flowers, is of Latin origin. The glass balcony is a loggia. And the embroidered tapestry is of French origin.

[@elenamusan7265]

Hi Davud,i m from Sibiu Romania.i love ur vlogs n ur charisma. I love very much Azerbaijan. God bless u n protect u always 🙏

[@user-nh6ew2dk9m]

The lady is a very strong for 70 years old wow ,beautiful place too, carnt wait to get to see more

[@roxanaouatu9666]

Romanian’s are strong people ❤😊

[@Spiritismo_]

@@roxanaouatu9666 Romanians* not Romanian's. No posessive apostrophe.

[@kensanhan9059]

Take your time and experience Romania to the fullest because it's worth it! Enjoy your stay.

[@charlestonchanming9251]

Davud is a kind wonderful man from Azerbaijan

[@jeanettedias64]

She a very active lady, n she's not tired, but I guess u are. It's been a very long day for the u for d beautiful tour of d historical 100yrs old house. D interior is fabulous. Be blessed

[@Southfloridavibes]

Hi David, it's 6.05 am in South Florida and I'm about to enjoy your video of the day. What a way to start my day. Thank you bro.

[@Davud_Akh]

Thank you so much for watching! ❤🙏🏽

[@aim1307]

Grandmother knew the value of KZbin 😊

[@anutheexplorer1643]

Very warm place with great hospitality. The lady is so generous to lend a precious time to explain everything. Have a good time. Enjoying your trip to Romania.

[@abaskhatoon9425]

😊nice house so clean lovely old lady I love the y she keep her house.

[@LynnDrury]

What a beautiful country Lucia is wonderful so much knowledge. Cannot wait to see your next videho

[@audramitchell9894]

Love the personalization and history 🌹❤️🌹 Much appreciated 🌹❤️🌹

[@emiliaradu4007]

❤❤❤ I love Romania 🇷🇴 beautiful 😊❤

[@keonesilva3646]

Another escape from boredom on a journey with Davud. Thank you for all your videos. Best good will ambassador ever on KZbin. His favorite word is "thank you". ❤

[@stephaniestefanac5938]

Wow Davud . What a beautiful video what a lovely enchanting honest woman and welcoming woman. I want to go to Romania and stay with that lady and just listen to her wonderful stories. Amazing thank you so much keep up the good work.

[@tairacamv9992]

Hello Davud ))what beautiful mountains...it looks so peaceful.. whanting to just become wind and engulf the scheenerys beauty and mountains freedom...take care be safe 🙏 ❤️

[@florintanasoiu]

Great one, you did a good job! It's very good the lady owner knows quite a bit of english so she may provide lots of info, also historical, family, quite a bit in the past.

[@WorldAfterCovid19TV]

Awesome! I wish to visit Romania too...hopefully someday!👍😇

[@margaretakwa5687]

Davud romania seem quiet and less porpulated im enjoying the countrry🎉❤

[@WalkSpot]

In romanian language Babushka (grandmother) will be 'Mamaia' or 'Bunica'

[@mihaelahanu2177]

E cuvânt rusesc.

[@andreivanpopa]

@@mihaelahanu2177, tocmai. Nu are ce cauta in vocabularul romanesc.

[@Spiritismo_]

@@andreivanpopa Babeta e cuvant romanesc, dar tot imprumutat.

[@adrianbordeianu1011]

The name of the villa means Edelweiss (literally meaning corner flower in Romanian) an endangered flower that can be rarely found in our mountains

[@razvanmazilu6284]

I know the stereotypical way to call older women from Eastern Europe is "Babushka", but we don't really use this term in Romania. It's more of a Russian term. If you want to be polite (and potentially impress as a foreigner), you can use the word "doamnă" when addressing a woman in Romania. Phonetically it would be pronounced something like dwam-nah (wa like in water and the ah at the end like the "a" used in English as the indefinite article - a room, a car etc.). English doesn't have the correct diphthong, but "wa" is probably the closest. It's not a perfect explanation, but it's a start :)

[@mihaelahanu2177]

Noi folosim cuvântul bunică sau mamaie, pentru o doamnă în vârstă. Cuvântul folosit de tine e rusesc și înseamnă tot...bunică.

[@alexandrupatru2892]

Yeah,m baba kinda means old crone or hag here. But he is foreign, he gets a pass from most, his actions speak louder, they know he doesn't mean harm.

[@raniawardhani1526]

In the midnight here i am watching ur nice video idk how to describe what a beautiful and i was completely mesmerized by Lucia's villa everything is clean neat and perfect also she's very energetic! thx u dear to taking us traveling wth u .. keep healthy and stay bless wish me luck too 😇😍💞

[@BulbuliMili-z8h]

Very kind lady and nice views ❤

[@saniya98656]

Amazing davud . My dream county is romania . Give us more videos.

[@serdarsezer1643]

2003 yazında ailecek kalmıştık orada. Tam da bu mevsimdi. Teleferikle çıktığımızda ( gondola sınaia) üşümüştük . Harika doğası olan bir bölge. Peleş Kasteli , kastelin bahçe peyzajı ile başlayıp ısınma ve serinletme mekanizmasına, asansörün kullanılmış olmasına , tefrişatına .... harika bir mekan. Aynı şekilde Pelişor .... keyfiniz bol olsun 🤗

[@salrafi]

Love from azerbaijan ❤❤çox mehriban insanlar dilar

[@romanianinsinhala]

Hey Davud, Loving your travel adventures, especially your recent Romania series! Just wanted to give you a heads up about an exciting event happening soon in Sighisoara. From July 26-28, 2024, there's the Festivalul Sighisoara Medievala. It's a fantastic medieval festival with lots of history, culture, and fun activities. I think it would be a great addition to your travels and content. Keep up the amazing work and safe travels!

[@user-cf8zi3el7f]

ماشأالله هذة السيدة الفاضلة روعة الروعة وبها نشاط وحيوية بنت العشرين جميلة بكل شي شكلآ وروحآ وبيتآ وذوقآ. اللهم امنحها الصحة والعمرالطويل ولك ايضآ ديفود الرائع..تحياتي. 🍒

[@Indimenticabil]

The name Sinaia comes from Mount Sinai (mountain of Moses)

[@mimisor66]

The town grew around Sinaia monastery, that was dedicated to Mount Sinai after the person that build it went there on pilgrimage. You have to visit the monastery!

[@mariaelenafoote4819]

HI Davud, I’m Romanian but 17 years ago I moved to the UK. Thank you very much for your videoclips about Romania. All the best wishes,from Torquay Devon the English Riviera, Mena 🇬🇧🇷🇴🤗👍❤️💁‍♀️

[@clarakam3858]

Thank you for the video❤. Love from Bucharest

[@teresalehtonen8499]

Lucia is a powerhouse! So huge houses she keep in great condition and you see no dust anywhere. All the stairs etc and she is 70. Wow amazing woman.Also speak english so well. 😍from Finland

[@shazsyed4072]

So beautiful experience Davud discover antique home is already like a castle but without high ceilings love the views from the window every corner have his own history which speaks and she kept so nicely and clean it's like scanduli house Albanian video which series lovely Davud enjoy 🌺

[@user-cf8zi3el7f]

انشأالله لقد قررت زيارة رومانيا والأقامة عند هذة السيدة الكريمة. تحياتي

[@audramitchell9894]

You had fresh raspberries, yumm

[@cipriannadejde2519]

Amazing place and owner. Happy that you enjoy it. I live in Brasov, quite close to Sinaia. The whole area it's wonderful.

[@darlataddeo6376]

This was so fantastic! What a wonderful woman- it is amazing how she keeps such a large lodging place and garden! You are a very kind, gentle and respectful person. A citizen of the world indeed. May you be richly blessed.

[@rinachoudhury5717]

It's amazing that she has so many rooms to rent out to tourists.But obviously business is not so good.

[@stephenjohnson7179]

Wow, how amazing is this place. I love watching these kinds of videos 😊

[@RazvanIonita]

Fun fact: Floare de colt literally means Corner Flower. It is a protected flower species that grows on the cliffs of the mountains...

[@sorinb6107]

Repede cu tradusul...colt =corner. floarea este de colt(de stanca) nu are legatura cu "corner" .Dar fraza "lupul isi arata coltii" cum ai traduce-o? the wolf shows his corners? 😂

[@RazvanIonita]

@@sorinb6107 ar fi fost "the wolf shows its fangs", d-asta am scris literally, dar cum zici tu ....

[@tenzindolma6266]

E adevarat ca "literal" colt se traduce drept corner in Eng, doar ca in Romana, in contextul florii acesteia, "colt" nu are sensul de unghi, intersectie de pereti, etc, ci se refera la celalalt sens, de stanca, stei, roca montana... Colt, in Romana mai veche, are si sensul de stanca ascutita. De aici ii vine numele, floarea crescand pe stanci montane. Prin urmare, traducerea in Eng. a numelui ei nu poate contine cuvantul "corner"... Ar putea fi " mountain rock flower", ori "cliff flower" ori alte formule potrivite si identice sensului romanesc.

[@omulamfibie]

Fun fact: floare de colt n-are nici o treaba cu coltul pe care l-ai tradus tu. Traducerea contextuala a numelui romanesc in engleza e de fapt "cliffhanger's flower". Dar Edelweiss este numele de circulatie folosit in engleza, chiar daca originea lui este din limba germana. Ai vrut sa pari inteligent, nu ti-a iesit.

[@CarterKey6]

She’s amazing I want to stay here

[@99things45]

Thank you Davud! Just Thank you!

[@jenetteweliwita825]

Such a beautiful country. Enjoy davud Budu saranai😂

[@AngelinaMundin]

Hello Davud. You are so healthy now. Take care...

[@tahirsaeed1171]

OMG that Grandma was so cute and sweet 💕

[@sebastianconstantin5176]

Sinaia gives me such a tranquility feeling, the old buildings, nice people, the air, the nature, the history, one of my favorites places in Romania.

[@infinityride101]

I'm going to Romania at the end of this year... I really love Romania, it will be my favorite destination 😇♥️🇷🇴🥰

[@qwertyqwerty-zi6dr]

@infinityride if you are going in December, you made the right choise!

[@criss6945]

Just so u know, Romania is more beautiful in summer, somewhere between May - September.

[@virgiliustancu9293]

I think the woman is bored to death when she is alone, so she found an opportunity to talk to someone.😂

[@dyawr]

Wow, this was an awesome vlog!

[@albertsangma251]

It's like a hill station very quite & lovely place 💚💙💜

[@susanaldawood5480]

She's a Historian.Beautiful and clean place.I missed Europe!She mentioned Penicillin.Wow!The man she mentioned is like Madam Curie.European ladies are always busy,always keep the house spic n span.Antiques are always treasured too.

[@yipmabaruya1148]

Good morning from Papua New Guinea. I enjoyed watching your contents.

[@alexandramacsim1422]

Beautiful video, Davud ❤ the name of the hotel is a rare flower you find in the mountains. Best of luck to you in all endeavours! You deserve it all

[@floreaciprian9742]

I love the grandma. Bro didnt have 1 min to stay in one place. Once you get her started she doesnt stop until she goes to bed

[@user-ho8sk3oi6c]

خیلی زیبا .خانم مهربان شهر زیبا مکان قدیمی زیبا. منم دوست دارم رومانی ببینم❤😊

[@user-ry1ro1kz3f]

Hi Davud, great I've discovered your channel! Your narration while noticing around is amazing, you have an eye for details. Also you are very polite, humble, generous and witty with locals. You excellently transfer vibes from people you meet and attractions you see. I wish you further passion in doing what you like. Love and greetings from Zagreb, Croatia. You are most welcome to visit our country with rich history, beautiful Adriatic coast, mountains, breathtaking nature, home made food and other what might be of interest for a curious person. Take care❤

[@sangalaklejeme5725]

Always hope for the best , beautiful.

[@carron979]

8:36 "confiture" means "jam" in French. Obviously the lady was more fluent in French than in English... At 14:10 one could also notice her prononciation of the word "mountain" and at 16:36 "tapestry" parasited by French

[@razvanmazilu6284]

Je pense que tu as raison. Up until the '90s French was more widely taught in schools than English. Despite communism, there were still strong cultural links to France and plenty of French artists (singers, actors) were household names. Today English is dominant in schools, but French is still pretty common, usually as a second foreign language.

[@joleeneriksen7680]

Love all your videos Davud ❤

[@bserene6328]

This is an amazingly, beautiful place. Thanks for sharing it with us Davud!

[@southerncharm693]

Davud, I just loved this video because of Luci ♥️ What an amazing woman she is and boy is she nit~pickin clean too as it’s enjoyable to her as it surly shows. I’d visit to visit with her ♥️

[@user-cf8zi3el7f]

هذا الفديو الوحيد الذي اتمنا ا ن لا ينتهي .شكرآ لك.الولد ديفود العزيز. تحياتي

[@suntell1]

Beautiful video. Beautiful host. Beautiful views. Thank you!

[@gabrieladaescu8771]

Great series!

[@iulianfd]

don't forget Peles castle in Sinaia, visit also Sibiu, Sighisoara, Viscri

[@cosminchelemen7761]

Visit please Alba Iulia…mountain Apuseni…

[@KENDYVIP]

beautiful people are surrounded by beautiful people. I'm glad you gained new experiences.❤

[@EvaPower2000]

Sinaia is beautiful, just too many houses 😊

[@darlenepadilla6186]

love this ❤