 It was named after Valentin Stănescu, the coach that helped Rapid to win its first title, but was most commonly known as the "Giulești Stadium", after the name of the neighborhood in which it was located.Landmarks near the stadium include Podul Grant, Giulești Theatre and Prunaru market.Gara de Nord is not far away from the stadium and the Grivița Railway Yards are right next to it.