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The ASTRA Museum of Traditional Folk Civilization is undoubtedly one of the most important ethnographic museums in Romania. Spanning an area of 42 hectares, the museum complex features over 10 kilometers of pathways and is divided into six...

The Mediaș Fortress, documented since 1267, is one of the most mysterious constructions in Transylvania and Romania. The locals of the town tell tales of eyes watching you from the walls or rooftops, of three enchanted golden grapes, witches burned...

Every year, on the day of Saint Mary, August 15th, Tilișca dresses in traditional attire, and the shepherds take to the streets to celebrate. From all corners of the village, the sounds of flutes can be heard, and the girls and boys begin to cheer...

The Bridge of Lies in Sibiu hides four of the most beautiful legends that have circulated in these lands for over 140 years. Built in 1860 to facilitate the access of merchants from the Small Square to Huet Square, the bridge received the German...

Every year, dozens of young people from the Mărginimea Sibiului region gather in mid-August to proudly showcase their traditional costumes. The celebration of folk attire takes place annually in Gura Râului on the Sunday after the Feast of the...

The third edition of the Transylvanian Fortresses Medieval Festival kicks off on Friday, August 24, in Sibiu. For three days, the historic center of Sibiu will be dressed in medieval attire. Knights and maidens will also be present at the...

Discover Sibiu on the Transhumance Road Those who want to see a lesser-known side of Sibiu County and uncover all the beauties of this region in Transylvania can choose the "Transhumance Road." The route can be traveled in a single day by car and...

Railway enthusiasts, but not only, can choose a lesser-known adventure: a ride on a cycle-drezina along the route of the old mocanita. The volunteers of the "Friends of Mocanita" association have found the most unique way to promote tourism in the...

A vacation can mean more than just a week at the seaside or a few days in the mountains. For those who want to discover one of the oldest traditions in the Tarnava Valley, there is the "Wine Road." Experts agree that the wine from Tarnave is...

The lesser-known fortified church of Alma Vii should be part of the itinerary for any tourist deciding to visit this area. Although it may not be as significant as the citadels of Mosna, Biertan, or Sighisoara, Alma Vii hides a tranquility that you...

The Sighisoara Festival is undoubtedly the most important medieval festival in Romania. Year after year, the medieval spirit of this region is revived, the streets are filled with knights and princesses, and a truly unique atmosphere hangs in the...

It's summer and an extremely hot one at that... Therefore, it's important to stay hydrated and serve cooked meals. This week, we recommend this Transylvanian chicken soup, with a unique flavor. It features seasonal vegetables, and the sour cream and...