Traditional Architecture in Romanian Philately (IV): the Households from Ieud, Jurilovca, Mastacăn, Moișeni and Năruja

Abstract

The cultural heritage is not only represented by the historical architectural monuments, but also by the architecture of wooden churches or traditional houses. It must be seen as a valuable heritage that, through proper management, can become a source of community well-being. It is important to preserve traditional architecture. To be able to build or restore adapted to modern needs, and respect the local architectural specifics. In this context, the study tries to emphasize once again the beauty of traditional Romanian architecture. This time in terms of philately. We want to expose the architectural specifics from five areas – Ieud (Maramureș county), Jurilovca (Tulcea), Mastacăn (Neamț), Moișeni (Satu Mare) and Năruja (Vrancea). Using illustrated postcards, and other philatelic effects, scenes from the outside and inside of the households in question are presented. The results of the research itself, not numerous, can be reorganized in the form of thematic exhibitions. Such events can contribute to increasing the attractiveness of the area among tourists.