Transylvania, literally the ‘land beyond the forest’, is a wooded, intensely romantic region steeped in myths and legends.A rural paradise, Bram Stoker called it ‘one of the wildest and least known parts of Europe’ and created the immortal Dracula from its reputation.The Bradt guide details the many attractions of this warm and hospitable region – [...]
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Transylvania’s tourist destinations
Posted by raluca on September 15th, 2010
Photo by CamilG Transylvania is one of the best preserved medieval settlements of Europe. Transylvania’s name brings images of mountain peaks rising to the sky above, wooded valleys and crystal clear streams, images of high-roof wooden churches, legendary castles pictures and memories from a troubled history. The tourism in Transylvania offers a wide range of [...]
The Apuseni Nature Park- Transylvania
Posted by raluca on August 31st, 2010
The Apuseni Nature Park is located in the Apuseni Mountains, in the heart of Transylvania, an area well known by it’s past history and natural beauties. The area has been visited and studied since the time of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, but the thoughts of including it in a natural reserved park appeared around 1930. Yet, [...]
Romania Sights and Music by George Enescu
Posted by admingeorge on August 5th, 2009
Romania offers a rich tapestry of tourist attractions and vacation experiences unique in Central-Eastern Europe: medieval towns in Transylvania, the world-famous Painted Monasteries in Bucovina, traditional villages in Maramures, the
