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Prince Charles is on a new visit to Romania, after a year. He arrived yesterday at Târgu-Mureș airport aboard a private plane. His first stop was at his favorite place, the village of Viscri. Here, he was warmly welcomed by the locals. In Viscri,...

On May 17, 2014, the 12th edition of the Hungarian Folk Dance Festival "Vándorcsizma" will take place in Mediaș. "Starting at 3 PM in Greweln Park, performances from each folk dance ensemble, including Hungarian, Romanian, and Romani dances, will...

Curtea de Argeș Monastery is a true masterpiece of Romanian architecture, surpassing in beauty, both architecturally and artistically, everything that has been achieved in our country up to the 16th century. The Curtea de Argeș Monastery is located...

This weekend, May 2-4, 2014, over 70 competitors from 19 countries will participate in the Transylvania Horse Show, the most renowned international equestrian competition in Romania. This year marks the third edition of the competition, and it is...

Two population groups shaped ancient Romania: the Romans, who came as conquerors, and the Dacians, who defended themselves in bloody battles against the invasion of the Roman Empire. The military confrontations were traumatic for the Romans,...

Peleș Castle, the summer residence of King Carol I, was built between 1873 and 1914 and inaugurated in 1883. The castle was seen as a "headquarters" of the new dynasty, becoming the summer residence of the Romanian royal family, who spent quite a...

In the heart of Sibiu stands the distinctive Council Tower. It is the best starting point for anyone wishing to explore the historical landmarks of Sibiu on foot. Known as Turnul Sfatului in Romanian, it is the city's emblem, ancient yet not lacking...

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The Dacian fortress of Sarmizegetusa Regia is located in the Orăștie Mountains and is the largest of the Dacian fortifications. It sits on Grădiștea Hill, atop a cliff at an altitude of 1200 meters, and was the strategic center of the Dacian...

Tradition says that on March 1st, Mărțișor is celebrated, which is the main symbol of the arrival of spring. Mărțișor is a decorated ornament made of a white and red string, symbolizing the unity of opposites: summer-winter, warmth-cold,...

The Călimănești-Căciulata resort is considered the most renowned balneoclimatic resort on the Olt Valley. It is open year-round to tourists and offers both treatment facilities and a place for relaxation, thanks to the wonderful landscapes found in...

It's February, the month of love, but more importantly, it's the celebration of Dragobete, the day when girls are kissed. One of the most "loving" and ancient traditions celebrated in Romania, Dragobete takes place every year on February 24th....