Palatul CEC

The Palatul CEC in Bucharest is the historic headquarters of CEC Bank, located on Calea Victoriei across from the National Museum of Romanian History. The building was constructed between 1897 and 1900 on the site of a demolished monastery church. It stands out for its eclectic architectural style, crowned by a glass-and-metal dome. The entrance portal is supported by pairs of Composite-style columns, while the corners are accented by gables, coats of arms, and Renaissance-style domes. Originally designed as the home of Romania's oldest savings bank, the palace still serves the bank today and has been the setting for important social events.