Ion Luca Caragiale National College (Ploiești)

The Ion Luca Caragiale National College, located in Ploiești, Romania, is a historic high school with roots dating back to 1864. Originally a boys' gymnasium, it evolved into a high school by 1878 and has undergone several transformations, including a significant rebuilding in 1898. The school is named after the renowned Romanian playwright Ion Luca Caragiale and became a national college in 1997. Its current building, constructed in 1936, is recognized as a historic monument. The college offers various facilities, including a gym, boarding rooms, and sports fields, making it a vibrant educational institution with a rich history and notable alumni, including prominent Romanian figures in literature and science.