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Most likely, not many ancestors are familiar with this name. The village of Bunești used to have another name, a Romanian but old one, recognized as Bundorf, Bondorf, or Bondref. Whatever name we give it, this settlement represents the residence of...
Did you know that... Lake Red is also known as Ghilcos Lake? Whatever the name, it is certain that the lake is a natural dam type, created by nature as a result of a landslide in 1838. That year, on January 23, an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.9...
Located in Harghita County in Transylvania, the commune of Zetea remains a representative point on the map of Romania, encompassing the villages of Desag, Izvoare, Poiana Tarnavei, Sub Cetate, Șicasău, and the residence Zetea. Not many people are...
The tales of the Brothers Grimm... that’s what the Castle of Clay brings to mind for the first time. This beautiful construction is a recent fortification, an oasis of tranquility and indulgence, and at the same time, a fairytale realm. The story...
Located in the town of Vlăhița in Harghita County, Băile Homorod represents the cornerstone of Transylvania in terms of the growing importance of tourism. Geospatially, it is situated a mere 18 km from Odorheiu Secuiesc and 6 km from the town it...
Part of Brașov County, the Bogății Forest is carefully monitored administratively by the nearby communes of Apata, Hoghiz, and Marieruș. As a protected area of high national importance and interest, the Bogății Forest is nestled within the core and...
The city of Mediaș boasts one of the most beautiful fortresses in the Transylvania region – and no, we are not talking about a limited number of such constructions, especially considering that within a distance of 30 kilometers, you will surely...
Transylvania is filled with cities and areas offering incredible views – and even with people who welcome you with open arms. If the villages are too small and far too ordinary for some, the cities tell a completely different story – the urban area...
A small and beautiful village – these are the conceptual coordinates of the Sibiu village of Țapu, which has a population of 650 inhabitants. Located in the commune of Micăsasa, the 13th century was particularly significant for this settlement....
Built on Sibiu land, the Evangelical Church in Velt made its appearance in the 15th century, specifically in the 1400s. The fortification, renowned for its characteristic style and truly imposing dimensions, is well-known (or perhaps infamous) due...
Being one of the two monuments for which the town of Sinaia is extremely renowned both nationally and internationally, Pelișor Castle embodies the result of King Carol I's desires, serving as a summer residence for the main heirs, Princes Ferdinand...
Located in Sibiu County, the town of Copșa Mică has been officially documented since 1402. The landmarks are quite simple – both Hungarians and Saxons, as well as Romanians, have lived in these lands. However, over time, factories were established...