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Reșca Hunting Lodge of Nicolae Ceaușescu is a historical site and tourist attraction located in the village of Reșca, Olt County, Romania. Once owned by the renowned Romanian dictator Nicolae Ceaușescu, the lodge is now open to the public after undergoing renovation and modernization efforts.
The small hunting lodge, also known as Ceaușescu's Hunting Cabin, is a two-story wooden villa believed to have been constructed during the tenure of Gheorghiu Dej, Ceaușescu's predecessor and an avid hunter. Ceaușescu, having heard of the area's abundant wildlife, natural beauty, and pristine forests with natural springs, visited Reșca and was deeply impressed. As a result, he ordered the rustic lodge to be furnished with traditional carpets, intricately carved wooden furniture, a kitchen, and a dining hall. The lodge became a place where Ceaușescu entertained his friends, visiting heads of state, and international delegations after signing various protocols, economic and cultural exchanges, and other diplomatic activities.
History edit
Ceaușescu's Hunting Cabin at Reșca, located in the village of Reșca, Olt County, Romania, is one of the most renowned cabins associated with former Romanian dictator Nicolae Ceaușescu. Originally under the administration of the Olt Forestry Directorate, the smaller cabin fell into disrepair for nearly 23 years. However, Mayor Gheorghe Tudorașcu purchased the smaller cabin and initiated its renovation to attract more tourists to the area. The larger cabin, which is still under the administration of the Olt Forestry Directorate, is well-maintained, modernized, and frequented by numerous visitors.
The smaller cabin at Reșca is a two-story peasant villa constructed from wood. According to Mayor Tudorașcu, it is believed to have been built during the time of Gheorghiu Dej, the predecessor of Ceaușescu, who was also an avid hunter.
Ceaușescu's fascination with Reșca edit
Ceaușescu became aware of the rich game resources, the beauty of the area, and the natural springs that emerged from the ancient forest. Intrigued, he visited the region and was greatly impressed. Ceaușescu ordered the cabin to be furnished in a rustic style, with peasant carpets, carved wooden furniture, a kitchen, and a dining hall. He would later invite his friends, visiting heads of state, and international delegations with whom he engaged in various protocols, economic and cultural exchanges, to spend time at the cabin.
Ceaușescu's hunting experiences at Reșca edit
During the communist regime, Nicolae Ceaușescu and his entourage visited Reșca for hunting expeditions at least once a year. This was the only hunting cabin where he would stay overnight. He hunted numerous red deer, pheasants, hares, and other wild birds. Ceaușescu was a skilled marksman and an animal lover, so after each hunting session, he instructed the cabin manager to ensure the animals were well-fed. At its peak, the hunting grounds boasted abundant wildlife, such as approximately 3,000 red deer. Only Ceaușescu and his entourage were permitted to hunt in the area, and guards patrolled the domain daily to free any animals that became entangled in fences. Ordinary villagers were not allowed access to the forest during that time.
Expansion and surrounding developments edit
Ceaușescu wanted to improve not only the cabin but also its surroundings. Thus, a dining hall was built, featuring a kitchen similar in rustic style to the cabin. Nearby, a trout farm with six cascading ponds was constructed to channel water from the local springs. In 1980, Ceaușescu ordered the construction of a larger and more beautiful cabin, which is currently under the administration of the Olt Forestry Directorate.
Preservation efforts edit
In 2012, Mayor Gheorghe Tudorașcu, with the help of local councilors and the administrative staff, initiated several projects to promote the beautiful area of Reșca Forest and the Roman ruins in the nearby village of Dobrosloveni. These projects are part of an integrated tourist complex that includes the Romula Malva archaeological site, Roman brick production workshops, and weaving and sewing workshops.