Category: Romania
Mocănița Sovata
Mocănița Sovata is a narrow gauge steam locomotive hauling 3-4 passenger cars. This steam train runs between the city of Sovata and Câmpu Cetății which is a Transylvanian village located 14 km away. The starting point of each journey is from Gara Mică in Sovata. The entire journey to Câmpu Cetății and back usually takes…
The village of Daia in Mureș county.
The village of Daia is located in Mureș County, Romania. It is a small Transylvanian village that belongs to the commune of Apold, which is about 8 km away. To reach Daia, you’ll need to drive along a dirt road, adding to its remote charm. The Evangelical fortified church in Daia In Daia, you’ll find…
The Danube Gorge: A Scenic Road Trip Through Romania
The Danube Gorge, known as Clisura Dunării in Romanian, is a breathtaking region located in the southwestern part of Romania, within the Banat region. This road trip follows the Danube River, which serves as a natural border between Romania and Serbia. Along the way, you will discover stunning landscapes, historic landmarks, and charming villages. The…
Sarmizegetusa Regia, The Dacian Capital Center
Sarmizegetusa Regia was the capital center of the Dacians during the Roman Empire and it can be found in the Orastie Mountains at an altitude of approximately 1200 meters. From the small Transylvanian city of Orastie, you will have to drive about one hour until you reach the small parking lot located in a small…
The Transylvanian commune of Apold
The Transylvanian commune of Apold is located in Mureș county, Romania. By car, you can actually reach it in almost 20 minutes of driving from the city of Sighișoara. The first thing that you should visit is the Fortified Saxon church. You will find this church almost in the center of the commune right next…
