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The Sibiu locality of Curciu (or, as it was once known in a long-gone past, Criș) has existed officially in documents since 1322. Back then, the village was called Keureus, a Dacian settlement that housed a much larger population than it does...

Located in Sibiu County, the small yet magical village of Șeica Mică is known as the residence of the Șeica Mică commune. The distance from one end to the other is short, marked by the 48 km from Sibiu and, on the other hand, the 23 km from...

Not long ago, a project was launched to create a spa complex comparable to that in Techirghiol. Anticipating the exceptional properties of the natural resources in the area, the aim was to enhance these advantages under optimal conditions. Thus,...

Located in the town of Carei, Karolyi Castle hides a history worthy of a wartime novel. The Karolyi family were the first members to own this fortification, which initially served as their personal residence. This moment is marked by the 15th...

For a long time, the Botanical Research Institute located in Jibou has been one with excellent results. In order to provide the long-awaited support for researchers to embark on increasingly exciting experiments with high expectations, in 1968 it...

The beauty of the city of Oradea greets the numerous tourists arriving from the west and north of the country, thanks to its grand architectural monuments. Among these is the Black Eagle Palace, one of the imposing buildings of 20th century Romania....

Being the passageway and crossing of the Maramureș Mountains, the Vaser Valley is the scenic heart of the most impressive landscapes in our country. The spectacular valley is shaped by the Vaser River, which stretches over 60 kilometers. It...

We all know the significance and sadness that the passing of a loved one brings us. The memories we share, the desire to spend a little more time together, and the feeling that we haven’t been enough for them weigh heavily on our hearts. However, in...

Since ancient times, the city of Alba Iulia held a monopoly on what it means to defend strategically. To support this claim with practical evidence, the 18th century marks the tribute of the Alba Carolina Fortress, fortified for defense...

Located in Sibiu County, the municipality of Mediaș has been a support point for the central region of Romania since 1477. At that time, after analyzing and investigating the military and defense capabilities of the people of Mediaș, it became clear...

Sweet as salt in dishes – this is what a stranger might say at first glance about the town of Rupea. Part of Brașov County, the locality boasts a massive salt deposit underground, which has led to a tradition of salt mining, a practice and source of...

Situated at the foot of the Făgăraș Mountains, the town of Avrig is one of the many localities found in the expansive Sibiu County. Only 26 kilometers separate the county seat from the town in question, creating a strong connection between the...