Romania is a Balkan country which was near to Soviet bloc once and at different times it was ruled over by people of Italy, Hungary and Ottoman Empire. Want to take a look at old cities of Europe, go and visit Romania. Reputed to hold ski resorts, expanding art houses and last but not the least its notorious resident, Count Dracula make this country an enigmatic one.
Sighisoara
Sighisoara is
located in Transylvania and is famous for its superb architecture. Romania was
ruled by Hungary in 12th century AD when the king invited German
Saxons to defend its frontier. What you see today is the remnant of a
flourishing trading society that used to stay in pompous citadels. The fort-city
was extended during the 14th century. A medieval festival takes
place every year in July. 1556 built Clock Tower is one of the landmarks of the
city that is 64 meters high.
Sibiu
Once a
province of Hungary, Sibiu is notorious with its dark history of vampires and
Dracula but you’ll rather not find any at present. The Grand Square is still in
use from 15th century and is an immensely popular tourist spot. Baroque
buildings that include Brukenthal Palace stores number of old artifacts and is
the proud owner of an old, prestigious museum. You can visit hundreds of years
old remnants of citadel palace.
Brasov
Brasov is a
multi-colored city that displays modern dynamic city life as well as old world
charm with finishing touch of fascinating natural beauty. It is surrounded by
impressive Carpathian Mountains and with favorable spots for winter sports.
Brasov is a famous mountain resort. Reputed skiers as well as amateurs come and
visit ski ranges of Brasov. The narrowest lane the ‘Rope Street’ is a beautiful
part of the country and visitors usually come here too.
Painted Monasteries
North-eastern
part of Romania houses one of the most picturesque attractions in the form of ‘painted
monasteries’ of Bucovina. Exterior of the monasteries are painted with medieval
age’s frescoes portraying saints’, Jesus’ life scenes, demon’s images and hell
and heaven. Well preserved monasteries are located in Patrauti, Moldovita,
Suceava, Humor, Probota, Voronet and Sucevita.
Sinaia
Mountain
resort town of Sinaia is built up around the monastery that was named after Mount
Sinai. This site is popular with tourists and contains first Romanian copy of Bible.
Tourists indulge in various recreational activities through hiking in the
months of summer and downhill skiing in the months of winter. King Charles
Ist’s summer home is a popular tourist spot, known as the Peles Castle. Sinaia
is known for its vibrant flowers which are prohibited to pick up.
Romania is
famous for its natural beauty as well as for its beautiful people. It has a
mysterious charm and to know more about it please visit our travel
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