Customs
Customs and Traditions from Transylvania
Zetea
Located in Harghita County in Transylvania, the commune of Zetea remains a representative point on the map of Romania, encompassing the villages of Desag, Izvoare, Poiana Tarnavei, Sub Cetate, Șicasău, and the residence Zetea. Not many people are...
Karolyi Castle in Carei
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...
Jibou Botanical Garden
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 Merry Cemetery of Săpânța
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...
Romania Trip
Romania and the Danube-Ries – what connects us... (Private guided tour by minibus/half board) Contact person: Ladislau Ciocan / Dr. Heike Lammers-Harlander Travel companion: Ladislau Ciocan / Dr. Heike Lammers-Harlander / Victor...
The Goga Manor in Ciucea
Located in Ciucea, Cluj County, the Goga Manor has been listed as a historical monument in the region since 2010. Of course, the building has a much older history and has been present on Romanian soil since the late 19th century. Initially a castle,...
Renovation work on the Trumpeter Tower
From Mediaș, we receive the news that the project for the renovation of the Trumpeter Tower has begun, for which many residents of Mediaș have donated following a joint appeal from the Evangelical Church community and HG Mediaș. This is a good...
The Rehabilitation of the Trumpeters' Tower in Mediaș
In the last 90 years, the Trumpeters' Tower, a true symbol of Mediaș, has undergone several significant maintenance works. The current works, which will involve replastering, repainting the tower, and repairing the roof, were preceded by those...
Corvin Castle
Dating back to the 15th century, Corvin Castle is today ranked among the Top 10 Fairy Tale Destinations in Europe, marking Romania as one of the most cherished tourist areas. John of Hunedoara was the one who, in the 14th and 15th centuries, decided...
Saint Michael Fortress Church – Cisnădioara
Just a 15-20 minute climb on a stony path, eased by steps, separates you from the ineffable beauty of the representative building in the village of Cisnădioara. You might wonder how difficult it is to reach here, to Cisnădioara, the village whose...
Corvin Castle
Dating back to the 15th century, Corvin Castle is today among the Top 10 Fairy Tale Destinations in Europe, marking Romania as one of the most appreciated tourist areas. John of Hunedoara was the one who, in the 14th and 15th centuries, decided to...
The Legend of Nocrich
Somewhere about 32 km from Sibiu, on the road to Agnita, in the Hârtibaciu Valley, lies Nocrich. Or Leschkirsh. Or Ujegyha. Or even Nogrech... In the heart of true tradition that is preserved, the locals add an air of mystery and history through...
Dragon Hunters from Mălâncrav
Mălâncrav / Malmkrog / Almakerek is an idyllic, picturesque village nestled among hills, approximately equidistant from Biertan and Sighișoara. A dreamlike place that holds many secrets within its walls, which is why the Mihai Eminescu Trust, under...
The Mediaș Synagogue and the History of the Jewish Community
The authors of the text are: Julie Dawson, Project Director "Researching the Archives of Transylvania and Bukovina (Leo Baeck Institute), Letiția Cosnean, architect, and Anda Reuben, project manager. A Brief History of the Jewish Community in...
Șaroș on the Târnave
Șaroș pe Târnave, in German Scharosch It seems there is no text provided for translation. Please provide the Romanian text you would like translated into English. in Hungarian Saxon Village It is a locality in Sibiu County documented since 1282....
The history of the Mediaș Museum. 1901 – its beginnings.
It can be said that the museum represents a gateway to a past, relived in the present The role of any museum is fundamental in human society. Its existence and continuous development represent a maturation and an awareness of individuals regarding...
Prince Charles is back in Romania!
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,...
Transylvania Horse Show
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...
The Council Tower – the symbol and soul of Sibiu
To discover stories It seems that the text you provided is not complete. Please provide a full sentence or a paragraph for translation. In Sibiu, your stroll should start from the heart of the city. It seems that there is no text provided for...
On March 1st, we celebrate Mărțișor!
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,...
Traditions and superstitions of Dragobete
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....
The meeting of the Medias Saxons in Dinkelsbühl was a success.
The meeting of the Medias Saxons in Dinkelsbühl, Germany, began on Friday, June 14, 2013, with over 300 participants gathering in the "Schranne" hall to celebrate together. Saturday was dominated by the theme: - The German school system in...
Medias Medieval Fortress Festival 2013 Program
The time for medieval festivals in Transylvania has arrived once again, and one of the first on the list is our beloved city, Mediaș. On June 8th and 9th, just a few days away, the city will be dressed in festive attire. Knights will march through...
Unique exhibition about guilds, brotherhoods, and areas from Mediaș
Under the title "Guilds, Brotherhoods, and Areas of Mediaș - Testimonies of European Urban Culture in Transylvania," the Mediaș Municipal Museum and the House of History in Dinkelsbühl invite us to take a look back at the life of the Saxon community...
Easter Traditions and Customs in Transylvania
The Easter celebration has its specific traditions and customs in Transylvania due to the confluence of Eastern and Western influences. Over time, this holiday has adopted specific traditions from the Saxons, Hungarians, and Romanians. On...
Traditional Easter Customs in Transylvania
The Transylvanian Easter celebration is something truly special! Its traditional customs draw from influences of both the East and the West. Over a long period, specific practices developed for this holiday, rooted in Saxon, Hungarian, and Romanian...
The meeting of the Mediaș Saxons in Dinkelsbühl, Germany
The Medias Hometown Association, a non-profit organization that promotes contact with Medias residents in the diaspora and supports all Medias residents in Romania and beyond, organizes the meeting of the Medias Saxons every three years, an event to...
The Easter Market in Sibiu, from April 26 to May 7.
One of the largest fairs dedicated to Easter celebrations will open its doors on April 26. For nearly two weeks, dozens of local producers as well as those from other parts of the country will showcase their own delicacies, traditional gifts, and...
The animal market in Alma - Dumbrăveni, one of the largest in the country.
On the last Sunday before the end of each September, several hundred livestock breeders from the entire region gather annually in the commune of Alma, near the town of Dumbrăveni. The most beautiful livestock is showcased here to be sold, but often...
Tourists are invited to the "Country Fair" at the ASTRA Museum, Sibiu.
Tomorrow, March 24, 2013, all tourists and not only are invited to Sibiu for the "Country Fair," which will take place outdoors at the Astra Museum of Traditional Folk Civilization. The fair will feature 16 authorized producers from Sibiu County who...
Discover the tradition of Mărțișor in Transylvania!
The tradition of Martisor says that in March, usually on the first day, Martisoare are given as gifts in Transylvania and throughout Romania. They represent a symbol of spring as well as admiration and love. Martisoare are offered by men to girls or...
At the Horse Easter in Transylvania, one of the oldest celebrations.
Surely we have all heard the expression "the Easter of the horses" used when you want to say that a certain thing will never happen, but perhaps not all of us know that the holiday "Easter of the horses" actually exists, is celebrated every year,...
Bio Farm in Mosna: tradition, natural products, and plenty of relaxation
If you find yourself in Moșna, a village located about 15 kilometers from Mediaș, there are two important things to visit: the fortress built over 500 years ago and the organic farm of the Schuster family. Be prepared in advance to taste the most...
"The Shooting of the Rooster" in Apata, a festival over 400 years old
Perhaps less known than other festivals in our country, the custom in Apața, a village in Brașov County, dates back to the 17th century. On the first day of Catholic Easter, the villagers gather to celebrate a kind of ritual in which a rooster is...
The Universal Ethnography Museum in Sibiu, the place where you discover the history of the entire world.
The "Franz Binder" Universal Ethnography Museum is part of the National "ASTRA" Complex in Sibiu, being the only one in Romania that researches universal heritage and ethnography. The museum is housed in a building constructed in the neo-Gothic...
The Szekler National Museum in Sfântu Gheorghe, a treasure of Transylvania's history.
In Sfântu Gheorghe, the city located in the heart of Szeklerland, the Szekler National Museum attracts thousands of visitors from around the world each year. Indeed, you cannot leave Transylvania without learning about the history that intertwines...
Traditions and customs from Transylvania during Epiphany
On January 6th and 7th, two of the greatest Orthodox holidays are celebrated, and like any other festivities, these have unique traditions and customs in Transylvania that make them special. These are Epiphany and Saint John the Baptist. From the...
The Gathering of the Groups and the Metelau, celebrated today in Saliste and Avrig.
As every year, on December 28th, in Avrig and Săliște, two towns in Sibiu County, a grand celebration takes place. Young people from all over the county don their festive attire and gather to celebrate according to ancient customs. If you're a...
New Year's Eve in Transylvania: between tradition and dance
There are only a few days left in this year, and tourists are starting to appear one by one in the guesthouses of Transylvania. In recent years, the cities in this region of Romania have become increasingly attractive, especially to foreign...
PHOTO Christmas in Transylvania. Between story, tradition, singing, and plenty of joy.
What could be more beautiful on Christmas Day than a day spent with family, a lavish meal, carols, and plenty of good cheer? The answer is simple. Absolutely nothing! And the collection of photos we present to you today is the best testimony to...
Christmas Traditions in Transylvania: from fasting to caroling in the villages
Christmas is coming again, and preparations are in full swing. In every home in Transylvania, the sweet bread is baking from the early hours of the morning, the warm mixture is being prepared in the oven, and the housewives have just taken the...
At Balea, work is in full swing on the construction of the ice hotel.
At Bâlea Lake, the construction of the ice hotel, already famous worldwide, is in full swing. This year, the theme behind the construction is "carnival," so by the end, the hotel will feature several themed rooms: Wonderland, Mystery Room, Candy...
Boian, the place where time seems to stand guard.
Boian is a village located in the northwestern part of Sibiu County, in the Tarnava Plateau. It belongs to the commune of Bazna. The locality is complemented by the Boian Valley, nestled among high hills that surround it on three sides: east, west,...
Ignatul, a tradition from Transylvania that is hundreds of years old.
Whether you are a tourist or not, if you visit any village in Transylvania on a winter day before Christmas, you will surely hear the last squeal of a pig. The pig slaughter in Transylvania is a tradition that brings the whole family together. The...
Sibian paprikash, a truly Transylvanian recipe.
You can't leave Transylvania without having eaten a plate of paprikash made from a traditional recipe that carries a history as vast as a nation. And if your visit includes the Sibiu area, don't hesitate to ask for a portion of Sibiu paprikash....
Saint Nicholas, the most popular saint in Transylvania.
Few of us may know, but the celebration of Saint Nicholas is more popular in Transylvania than in other regions of the country. This is because the people of Transylvania say that on the day of his feast, Saint Nicholas brings winter and the first...
Dracula's Domain in Danes
Dracula Domain is located along the course of the Târnava Mare River, near the village of Daneș, just 9 km from Sighișoara and 30 km from Mediaș. This stunning location is divided into three main activities: a guesthouse, an equestrian center, and...
PROGRAM. The "We Are Romanians" Festival on National Day, in Sibiu
On December 1st, Romania's National Day, the people of Sibiu and all tourists in the Sibiu area are invited to spend a day discovering the values, traditions, and cultures of Romania from all corners of the country. Music, folk dances, piano...
In the footsteps of ancient craftsmen: The House of Apprentices in Sibiu
Less known but perhaps just as important as other tourist attractions in Sibiu, the House of the Journeymen should not be missing from your itinerary when you arrive in Sibiu. But perhaps before telling the story of the House of the Journeymen, we...
Tradition and good cheer at the Sibiu Christmas Market 2012
The largest Christmas Market in the country starts this Saturday in the Great Square of Sibiu. For a month, the Great Square will be dressed in festive attire, and throughout the area, 65 stalls will showcase the Christmas traditions and customs of...
The Lolelor Festival in Agnita, a tradition over 100 years old
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...
Etnovember Festival Program 2012 Brașov
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...
Transylvania, the medieval realm
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 Juni Festival of Brașov, a tradition since 1910.
One of the oldest festivals in our country is undoubtedly the Celebration of the Juni in Brașov. Held every year on the first Sunday after Easter, the celebration brings together hundreds of young people from Brașov County who compete in various...
Halloween in Transylvania: a party with Dracula
It's Halloween again, and the perfect place to spend this day can only be Transylvania. Legends of werewolves and witches, castles haunted by ghosts, medieval towns, and last but not least, the myth of Dracula are the main ingredients for a...
The Goulash and Polenta Festival in Covaci
In the village of Covaci, located six kilometers from Timișoara, the first edition of the Goulash and Pálinka Festival will take place this weekend. For several hours, visitors at the Anette guesthouse in the mentioned locality will be able to taste...
The Calusarii of Poplaca, the young people who carry on the oldest Romanian dance.
In Poplaca, a village just 12 kilometers from Sibiu, a group of children, teenagers, and adults carry on an old and especially valuable tradition of the Romanians: the dance of the călușari. They usually meet after school, during free afternoons,...
The Caldarari Roma of Brateiu: art that overcomes prejudices
Just a few kilometers from Mediaș, on the road leading to Sighișoara, in a village that measures only a few hundred souls, the Roma manage to carry on a craft tradition that is several hundred years old. If you pass through Brateiu, you cannot miss...
The Straw Hat Museum in Criseni with the largest hat in the country.
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...
A day among period characters: the Baroque Autumn Festival begins
Anyone passing through Avrig this Saturday, a town near Sibiu, will certainly feel as if they have stepped back in time. The streets will be filled with musketeers, counts, barons, and baronesses, creating a unique atmosphere. This is all part of...
The apple juice from Malancrav, a 100% organic delight.
If you pass through Mălăncrav, before you leave, don't forget to ask for a glass of apple juice. Surely one of the villagers will be more than happy to serve you. The locality of Mălăncrav, a village near Sighișoara, has become known abroad not only...
The Pancake Festival in Prejmer, the most appetizing tradition
Year after year, the village of Prejmer in Brașov County hosts a festival that attracts hundreds of tourists from all over the country. The Pancake Festival is an old Saxon tradition held in Prejmer annually. Local housewives compete to cook the...
Natural wool socks from the village of Viscri
Beyond the fact that Viscri is one of the Transylvanian villages that Prince Charles has fallen in love with, the village in Brașov County stands out for another reason: the natural wool socks crocheted by the women of the village. The fame of these...
Telemea cheese, a tradition from the Mărginimea Sibiului region.
Few know that the famous telemea cheese is a traditional and specific product from the Mărginimea Sibiului region. There is no peasant whose threshold you cross who won't offer you a telemea unlike any you've tasted elsewhere. Made by curdling...
Sibiu Glade, the village of millionaire shepherds
Prosperity feels at home in Poiana Sibiului. You can sense this as soon as you enter the richest village in the Mărginimea Sibiului region, located just 50 kilometers from Sibiu. Modern houses, clean and well-kept farms, and people who seem to have...
Taste the bread of yesteryear at the Old Mill in Hosman.
For nearly 100 years, the mill in Hosman has been continuously grinding the wheat used to make one of the tastiest breads in the Hartibaciu Valley. The mill in Hosman, located in the Nochrich commune, was built in 1920, and alongside it, a bakery...
Pro Istoria Fest 2012 - Sighişoara
“Music of the Present in the Service of the Past” is the slogan of Pro Istoria Fest, which promotes cultural-historical and tourist attractions located in Romania through a series of events. This festival debuted in September 2011 at the Royal Court...
Calnic Fortress, a lesson in history amidst nature
Located just 40 kilometers from the municipality of Sibiu, Calnic Fortress is one of the most beautiful fortresses in Romania, built in the 13th century. The name of the locality, Calnic, is mentioned for the first time in a document from the year...
"The Transhumance Road" through the Marginimea Sibiului
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...
Alma Vii, the self-sufficient village
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...