An important piece from the soul of the Romanian village has been gathered in the Grove of Sibiu (Dumbrava Sibiului), where one of the largest open-air museums of Romania and Europe has been created many years ago. Along the time, many treasures of the traditional Romanian rural civilization have been saved and brought here, old houses and buildings that form …
The Traditional Rural Civilization Museum ASTRA in Sibiu Discover »
A true temple of Romanian religious rural art from past centuries can be found in the charming village of Sibiel, located just 20 km from the city of Sibiu and part of the Mărginimea Sibiului ethnographical area. One of the richest and most beautiful collections of glass painted icons in the world, it presents a world filled with authentic beauty …
The city of Sibiu is definitely among the best places to visit in Romania, a fascinating place teeming with treasures and secrets. This marvelous and majestic medieval fortress has developed into a modern city that has still retained much of its authenticity. Once enclosed by several layers of defensive walls with towers and bastions, with large squares and narrow cobblestone …
In the heart of Romania, there is a historical region deeply rooted in the millennial past of this country, a place where history comes alive among the dinosaur fossils and ancient Dacian fortresses. A trip through the fascinating treasures of the legendary land of Hațeg offers a unique opportunity to travel back in time, discovering Roman and Dacian fortresses, stone …
The Land of Hațeg in Romania – A History of Stone and Dinosaur Fossils Discover »
In the modern world of today, where the daily chaos slowly swallows any trace of freedom, there are few places where we can truly evade. We need moments when we can travel not only with our steps, but also with our souls. There aren’t many destinations in this world that offer so many emotions and experiences like Sighisoara Citadel, a …
Sighisoara Citadel – The Medieval Jewel of Romania Discover »
The fortified churches of Transylvania are dotting the idyllic countryside in the south of this historical and legendary region, a unique legacy from the troubled medieval past of the region. Once, over 300 of these rural architectural jewels adorned the villages of Transylvania, guarding over their small communities as spiritual beacons and safe retreats. Built between the 13th and 16th …
Fortified Churches of Transylvania – Cultural Heritage of Romania Discover »
It’s impossible to walk for a few days through the heart of Timișoara and not get your own heart stolen by this amazing city in Romania. Wandering around the streets of the old fortress among the elegant facades of the palaces or slowly floating along the peaceful Bega River with the majestic cathedral in the background, travelers have to adhere …
Visiting Timisoara – The Multicultural Destination of Romania Discover »
It’s difficult to imagine the former glory of the Bucharest Old Town, hidden beneath all the shiny new storefronts or eaten away by the relentless passing of time. There’s an almost eerie feeling wandering around the lifeless cobblestone streets on a Sunday morning. At times, you can still sense the soul of this eclectic and fascinating area of Bucharest. It’s …
Bucharest Old Town – A journey through the heart of Bucharest Discover »
Victory Avenue in Bucharest crosses the center of city, offering possibly the most enticing and interesting stroll within the capital of Romania. It has been one of the most important streets in the city, flanked with museums, historical buildings, monuments and lately, with boutique hotels, high end fashion stores and chic cafes. Travelers walking along this marvelous street will get …
Victory Avenue in Bucharest – Charming Streets of Romania Discover »
A small town in southwestern Romania, Targu Jiu holds one of the greatest cultural treasures of Romania. Of undisputed universal value, the Heroes Path Monumental Complex, created by Constantin Brancusi, is considered among the grand creations of mankind. The father of modern sculpture, Brancusi was born a short distance from Targu Jiu, in a peasant family of Hobita Village. Apart …
Heroes Path Monumental Complex – Legacy of Constantin Brancusi Discover »
