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A Romanian ingenuity, implemented at the end of the 19th century, is cataloged as one of the most eco-friendly means of industrial transport in the world. The inclined plane, or Șiclău as it is known by the locals of the Comandău commune in Covasna...

One of the most picturesque places in Sibiu is undoubtedly the Stairway Passage. You cannot walk through this place without your thoughts drifting to medieval society. The history and significance of the passage are quite substantial, as it was once...

The Astra Film Festival Sibiu is one of the oldest documentary film festivals in Europe, with its first edition taking place in 1990. Since then, each edition of the festival has garnered increasing attention from film critics, making it a meeting...

In the town of Blaj, right in the center of the municipality, there has lived for six centuries an ancient tree that can be said to have seen it all. Avram Iancu's oak is part of a list of protected trees alongside several dozen others from across...

We propose a medium-difficulty cycling route, but with incredibly beautiful landscapes. The route starts from Rășinari, Sibiu County, has a total length of 22 kilometers, and traverses some of the most stunning areas of the Făgăraș Mountains. The...

During winter, meals are always accompanied by pickles, as they provide vitamins and aid digestion. A traditional pork roast with rustic potatoes paired with a platter of pickled vegetables gives the meal an extraordinary flavor. For example,...

In Slimnic, if you have the chance to visit this autumn, don't forget to taste the apples from the local orchards. Their flavor is renowned throughout the country. But apples are not the only part of Slimnic's history, also known as "Mandra...

Anyone embarking on a trip along Transalpina should not forget to stop at one of the guesthouses or traditional houses along the route and ask for a serving of Transylvanian bean soup in bread. The locals will prepare a soup like you’ve never tasted...

Ocna Sibiului is worth visiting not only for those in love with saltwater or in need of specialized treatment. The 50 lakes that make up the salt complex of Ocna Sibiului each represent a tourist attraction in their own right. The most famous of...

Just eight kilometers from Brașov, in the village of Hărman, lies one of the most remarkable fortified castles in Transylvania. The Hărman Fortress, or Hönigberg (Mountain of Honey), as the village is called in German, was a true pride for the...

In a peasant house in Crișeni, Harghita County, a true museum of straw hats has been organized. All this is to promote and carry on the tradition known throughout Transylvania and beyond. For those who don’t know, the art of weaving straw hats is...

Without a doubt, anyone passing through the Old Town of Mediaș will notice the Schuller House, an architectural monument whose age is only estimated. It is said that the building located on the eastern side of the center was constructed in 1588, but...