Originally, “third world country” had nothing (or very little) to do with what the term means today. Romania was included in the list, just like all countries in the region. But today, the term “second world country” refers to countries that are more advanced than “third world” countries, but not quite 1st world yet.

How much does a house cost in Romania?

Houses and apartments are not expensive in Bucharest, with a range of prices varying from around 950 euros per square metre (sq. m.) to 1,950 euros.