
Tourist attractions in Hartibaciu Valley, a picturesque area in the heart of Transylvania
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You may have heard of it or maybe you haven't, but either way, let us tell you: at the Albota trout farm near Agnita, you will never leave hungry. That is precisely why, in recent years, it has become a must-stop for tourists visiting this part of...
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...

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,...

After the fall of communism in 1989 and the massive migration of Saxons from Transylvania, many villages in Romania have been left abandoned. Thus, localities of unique beauty in Europe are at risk of disappearing forever. The only chance for these...
One of the most beautiful villages in the Hârtibaciu Valley is undoubtedly Stejărișu. Located near Agnita, the story of this locality begins in 1223, when it was first documented. However, its location in those times was entirely different from...

The second edition of the "Austrian Consulate Ski Cup in Sibiu" is organized at the end of this month, on February 23, at the Arena Platoș ski slope. Anyone can register for the competition organized by the Austrian Consulate, but only the first 150...

You may have heard of Apold in passing on Turistintransilvania.com, but it certainly hasn’t told you yet about the folded polenta that is eaten here, a dish that makes your mouth water even just by writing about it. In Apold, a village located 16...

More than ten years have passed since the heir to the British throne visited the first fortress in Transylvania, and this very event has made the fortresses, fortified churches, and traditional houses in this area increasingly attractive to...

Few know that the Făgăraș Land, a region of major importance in the history of Transylvania, did not have its administrative center in Făgăraș from the very beginning. History shows that the capital of this region was actually in Cârța Românească,...

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...

In Buia, a village located halfway between Mediaș and Sibiu, an ancient legend that has lasted for several hundred years still endures today. It is said that in the castle built in the 14th century on a hill, the voivode of Wallachia, Mihai Viteazu,...

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...