Bucharest becomes capital of Wallachia
- When
- 1698
- Where
- Bucharest
- Episodes
- 1
Following a period of competition with Târgoviște, Bucharest became the permanent seat of the Wallachian court after 1698, beginning with the reign of Constantin Brâncoveanu.
Episodes
Background and detail
Competition for Capital Status. For years, Bucharest competed with Târgoviște for the status of capital city. This rivalry was driven by the increasing importance of Southern Muntenia, a shift influenced by the demands of the Ottoman Empire as the suzerain power.
Permanent Designation. Bucharest finally became the permanent location of the Wallachian court after 1698. This development started with the reign of Constantin Brâncoveanu.
Sources
- Bucharest Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-12
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