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Culture and Tourism

Culture and Tourism

Explore Romania's cultural and tourist riches. Information on historic sites, events, holiday resorts and travel tips.

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Rupea Fortress

Rupea Fortress is one of the oldest and most impressive medieval fortifications in Romania, strategically located on a rocky hill in the west of the town of the same name, in Brașov County. Rupes means rock cone in Latin and refers to the basalt rock on which the fortress stands. It was also called Cohalm Fortress […]

15 Nov 2024 13 min read

Râșnov Fortress

Râșnov Fortress is one of the best-preserved and most visited medieval fortresses in Romania, located in the heart of Transylvania, on a rocky hill in the south of the town of Râșnov, Brașov County. With a history spanning several hundred years and thanks to its strategic position between the Piatra Craiului and Bucegi Mountains, the fortress […]

29 Sep 2024 14 min read

Poenari Fortress

Poenari Fortress is an important historical monument of Romania, closely linked to the legendary ruler of Wallachia, Vlad the Impaler, son of Vlad Dracul. It is also called Vlad the Impaler's Fortress or Negru Vodă's Fortress. Strategically perched on a rocky peak in the Făgăraș Mountains, 400 meters above the Argeș Valley, the fortress offers spectacular panoramic views […]

17 Sep 2024 11 min read

Alba Iulia Citadel or Alba Carolina Citadel

Alba Iulia Citadel, also known as Alba Carolina Citadel, is the largest citadel in Romania and the largest Vauban-style fortification in Southeast Europe. Located in the heart of the city of Alba Iulia, the citadel is a remarkable example of architecture and a major attraction for tourists from around the world. Built in the shape […]

23 Aug 2024 22 min read

Via Transilvanica

Via Transilvanica is a long-distance pilgrimage and hiking trail that crosses Romania, offering a unique experience for those who want to explore Romania's picturesque landscapes, culture, and national history.

27 May 2024 16 min read

Doftana Valley

The Doftana Valley is a tourist area in Prahova County, named after the river that flows through it, the Doftana, a tributary of the Prahova River. Its heart is Valea Doftanei commune, with the villages of Teșila and Trăisteni, but the entire Doftana river valley is a delightful region with a variety of natural attractions and tourist sights.

17 May 2024 9 min read

ArieÈ™ Valley

Welcome to the travel guide to the ArieÈ™ Valley, an area of great cultural and natural importance. This valley is a place you should visit if you love mountain landscapes and natural beauty.

01 Apr 2024 20 min read

Transfăgărășan

In the heart of Romania's Carpathian Mountains lies a legendary road, a veritable carpet of asphalt that crosses the Făgăraș Mountains. The Transfăgărășan, an undeniable creation of engineering and nature, is more than just a road – it is a fascinating story and an adventure for the brave who dare to travel it.

09 Jan 2024 10 min read

Praid Salt Mine

Praid Salt Mine is one of the best-known salt mines in Romania, with a long history going back several hundred years, and until 2025 it was one of the largest and most visited salt mines in the country. Since May 2025 it has been closed to visitors, after the mine flooded.

04 Dec 2023 10 min read

Turda Salt Mine

Turda Salt Mine, an underground wonder in the heart of Transylvania, is a unique destination in Romania that draws tourists from all over the world. Located in the city of Turda, Cluj County, this former salt mine has been turned into an underground amusement park, offering an unforgettable experience to all its visitors. Location Turda Salt Mine is located in […]

16 Nov 2023 15 min read

Trascău Fortress or Colțești Fortress

The Apuseni Mountains, Romania's picturesque region full of stories, hide many untapped treasures and amazing destinations. One of these treasures is Trascău Fortress, a medieval stronghold that bears witness to the history and culture of this Transylvanian land. Location Trascău Fortress is located in the Trascău Mountains, in Colțești village, in the Aiud Valley, 5 km from the center of […]

03 Nov 2023 6 min read

Arieșeni

Arieșeni commune lies on the border between Alba and Bihor counties, in a high area at an altitude of 950 meters. It is a starting point for many mountain trails and hikes in the Apuseni Mountains. During the cold season, the area is flooded with tourists from neighboring counties and from all over the country, eager […]

09 Oct 2023 11 min read