for a better life after the fall of Communism in 1989.
             The Turkish minority lives in the southwest region of the country and is a reminder of the age-old Ottoman Empire and Turkish supremacy in the Balkans. The Ukrainians, who live in the northern-most part of the country, are famous for their painted Easter eggs, a tradition that is kept alive by the women. There is a small Russian community along the Danube Delta. They call themselves "Lipoveni", and are very different from traditional Russians. Due to their remoteness, they have lost contact with Russia. The Serbs live near the border of Yugoslavia and are famous for their traditional costumes and music. Finally, there are the Gypsies, known though out the world as wanders. They continue to seek their place in the modern world. They have representation in the Romanian Parliament; they cling to the "old ways" and still have a King. Most live in poverty, either begging on the streets or in cities and sell goods that they bring in by
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