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Sibiu, like many other cities in Transylvania, is filled with legends and myths that are more suspenseful than the last. Many of these are true, and most are linked to the existence of underground tunnels that, in some cases, stretched for several...

Sibiu has been established as a true medieval fortress since its founding by the Saxons in the 12th century. Over the course of three centuries, the fortress of Sibiu was fortified with strong defensive walls, bastions, and tall towers. The brick...

Every year, at the end of December, in Agnita, Sibiu County, a celebration documented since 1689 takes place, aimed at driving away the harsh winter and evil spirits. Of Saxon origin, the Lole tradition has been organized in Agnita for over 100...

From Saturday to Monday, Brașov will host the 14th edition of the Etnovember cultural festival. Ceremonies, fairs, recitals, dances, and even medieval battles will take place this weekend on the streets of Brașov. The first important event in this...

The name Transylvania derives from Latin and means "the land beyond the forests." This region is located in the center of Romania, surrounded by the Carpathian Mountains. Transylvania is currently divided into 10 counties, covering a total area of...

The Church on the Hill is undoubtedly one of the representative monuments of Sighișoara Fortress, and it holds great significance for all of Transylvania. Built starting in 1345, the church was erected on the site where, several hundred years...

In Mediaș, you will be surprised to find a true museum dedicated to the pioneering cosmonauts of our country. The Herman Oberth Memorial House offers you a glimpse into the history where Sibiu and the city of Mediaș left a strong mark in the last...

In the village of Boița, Sibiu County, there is a castle that, once seen, will surely remain in your memory for a long time due to its bright red hue. Built in the early 15th century, the fortress at Boița played an important role in the history of...

Slope Location Length Elevation difference Vârtop Slope 1 Arieşeni 1,000 m 240 m Vârtop Slope 2 Arieşeni 420 m 100 m...

Slope Location Length Elevation Difference Bâlea Cascadă Slope Bâlea 1,400 m 240 m Bâlea Cascadă 2 Slope Bâlea 2,800 m 100 m Dăneasa Slope Paltinis 450 m 135 m Dealul Poplacii Slope Paltinis 2,200 m Gaujoara...

Slope Location Length Elevation Difference Bran Slope 1 Bran 700.00 m Bran Slope 2 Bran 700.00 m Bradul Slope Poiana Brasov 500.00 m 80.00 m Drumul Roşu Slope Poiana Brasov 4,600.00 m 650.00 m Kanzel Slope...

Little known but of unparalleled beauty, the Heart of Queen Marie Church in Bran hides an extremely beautiful story about Queen Marie. A faithful replica of the Stella Maris Church in Balchik, a town on the Black Sea coast ceded by Romania to...