Category: Romania
Mini Transylvania – Exploring Transylvania’s Architecture in One Place
After visiting the Heart of Jesus statue, which stands proudly on top of Gordon Hill near the village of Bisericani in Harghita County, we continued our journey to the next attraction. Not far from there, right by the main road connecting Praid and Odorheiu Secuiesc, lies another fascinating destination worth a stop: the Mini Transylvania…
The Heart of Jesus — Eastern Europe’s Tallest Christ Statue
Starting from the medieval citadel of Sighisoara, I began my journey towards the Heart of Jesus Statue. After leaving the small town of Cristuru Secuiec, I turned left and took the 13C road heading towards Rugănești. I had heard that this road was in better condition compared to road 137, which connects Cristuru Secuiesc to…
This Rock Resembles The Bucegi Sphinx
On the outskirts of Crivina de Sus, as you drive towards the village from Pietroasa, you will see an interesting rock formation on the left side of the road, sitting on a small hill. This formation is called the Sphinx and it looks a lot like the famous Sphinx in the Bucegi Mountains . Unfortunately,…
Visiting Bătrâna in Ținutul Pădurenilor
Starting from my hometown of Timișoara, I drove for almost two hours before reaching the small village of Bătrâna. The journey was peaceful and pleasant, and I enjoyed watching the scenery change as I got closer to the mountains. Bătrâna is a quiet village in Hunedoara County, nestled in a region called Ținutul Pădurenilor, which…
Geoagiu Bai’s Best Attractions – What to See and Do
Geoagiu Bai is a small but charming spa resort in the Apuseni Mountains, close to the city of Orastie. While it’s best known for its thermal spas, there are also several interesting attractions to explore in and around the resort. When you arrive, you’ll notice a sign that points to all the attractions within the…
