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Word Search Puzzle

Here's a word search on the country of Romania. The puzzle grid hides 20 words and phrasesBlack Sea, Bucharest, Cabbage, Carpathian, Danube,
Dracula, Gold Museum, Gymnastics, Gypsies, Head Cloth,
Maple, Occupation, Orthodox, Pele Castles, Sashes,
Steppe, Transylvania, Vehicles, Revolution, Sunflower
associated with Romania. But there's a twist. Only 18 of these 20 words are actually listed. So you're on your own to find the 2 unlisted ones. A full solution is provided if you get stuck.

By the way, we designed this puzzle to be easily read. Both the puzzle grid and word list are in large 17-point font size. And the puzzle grid, which is 22×20 letters, spans the entire width of the page. This way you won't have to squint.

Fun Facts About Romania

  • Romania holds the record for the world's tallest wooden church. Its steeple soars an impressive 256 feet towards the heavens.
  • Romania is home to the famous Merry Cemetery where vibrant blue wooden crosses feature witty poems and epitaphs that humorously recount the lives of the deceased, turning the graveyard into a cheerful celebration of life.
  • Romania has Europe's largest population of brown bears. Over 60% of the continent's total reside within its borders.
  • In traditional Romanian weddings, it is common for the bride to be "kidnapped" and held for a playful ransom like making the groom perform a silly dance.
  • Romania issued the world's smallest national banknote in 1917. Measuring just 1.3 by 1.7 inches, it's basically paper coin change.

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