The Feldioara citadel, situated near Brasov, is considered to be the most important fortification built by the Teutonic Knights in Transylvania. The initial name of the settlement was ”Marienburg”, a name given by the Teutonic Knights at their arrival here, in 1211, after the land …
Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Ditrau, Romania
One of the most impressive, yet unknown churches in Romania is the Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Ditrau, Harghita county, Romania. The history of the great Catholic Church of Ditrau is in close connection with the 27 years old period of serving …
Darjiu fortified church. Fortifications in Transylvania
Darjiu fortified church, situated in Darjiu village in Harghita county, is one of the six fortified churches in Transylvania included in 1999 in the UNESCO World Heritage list. The others are Calnic, Prejmer, Bunesti, Saschiz, Biertan and Valea Viilor. This church represents one of the …
Hiking in Tișița Gorge, Romania
A hiking trip in Tisita Gorge, in Putna Vrancea Natural Park from Romania, is a relaxing alternative to crowded places, for those seeking for nature tours. Situated in Vrancea mountains, famous for their seismic activity, Țișița Gorge (also known as ”Cheile Țișiței” in Romanian language), …
What to do in Bran and the surroundings
If you don’t know what to do in Bran and the surroundings, you need to know that there’s much more to see and do here than visiting the famous Dracula’s castle. In case you’re here only for the legend, make sure you visit the nearby …
Mineral water in Romania. Balvanyos.
If you’re looking for the benefits of the mineral water in Romania you need to know more about the area called Balvanyos. Situated in Covasna county, this area has a lot to offer. Also called “Băile Balvanyos” or ”Balvanyos baths”, this place is famous for …
The Seven Ladders Canyon in Romania
The Seven Ladders Canyon is a narrow gorge carved in Jurassic limestone by the Seven Ladders stream. Located just 20 minutes away by car from Brasov city, it is situated at the foothills of the Piatra Mare massif. The canyon is 160 meters long and …
Mushroom in Romania. To eat or not to eat
If you’re looking for mushroom in Romania, you need to know that having an important part of its territory covered by forests and grasslands, this country is home to a wide variety of wild mushrooms. Some are edible, some are edible only once 🙂 and …
Hiking in Romania – Ciucas mountains
If you”re a nature enthusiast and you’re in Brasov, you should really consider a hiking tour in Ciucas mountains. Situated just 40-50 kilometers away from Brasov, the Ciucas mountains are considered to be part of the Curvature Carpathians, a smaller division of the Carpathian range. …
Museum of painted eggs in Romania
If you choose to visit Romania during Easter holidays, you’ll probably notice the multitude of painted eggs in the souvenir shops. Without a doubt, Romania is one of the few countries where handicrafts are still being preserved, as they were centuries ago. One of these …