Category: Romania
The Historic Center of Sibiu
The historic center of Sibiu, Romania, stands as a testament to the city’s rich history and cultural heritage. Renowned for its well-preserved medieval architecture and charming cobblestone streets, the historic center is a captivating blend of Germanic, Hungarian, and Romanian influences. On the Citadel Street (Strada Cetății) you will find a couple of important old…
The Dendrological Park in Buziaș
The Dendrological Park can be found in the small town of Buziaș. This town is only about 34 km away from the Romanian city of Timișoara. The dendrological park has a surface of over 20 ha and back in 1839 it was declared a spa due to the mineral springs found in the area. There…
Lake Cincis near Hunedoara
After exploring the beautiful Corvin Castle located in the city of Hunedoara, our next objective in the area was lake Cincis located in the Poiana Rusca Mountains The distance between the Corvin Castle and the lake is about 13 km. Short history of the lake In 1962 the entire village of Cinciș, which currently lies…
The Deva Fortress in Transylvania
Located in the heart of the historical region of Transylvania, Romania, Deva Fortress is a magnificent testament to the region’s rich history and breathtaking landscapes. The fortress, located atop a steep hill overlooking the city of Deva, dates back to the Middle Ages and has seen numerous rulers, battles, and cultural changes throughout its history.…
Exploring the Praid Salt Mine
This salt mine can be found in the small Transylvanian commune of Praid, Harghita county. Due to the large quantities of salt found in the area, it was named the Land of Salt or Ținutul Sării în Romanian. This place is ideally to visit especially in the hot summer season. The temperature down in the…
