It is also known as Dracula's Castle, since during the campaigns the voivode Vlad Tepes-Dracula often stayed here for the night. It was he who was the prototype of the hero of Stoker's novel. Bran Castle was built in the XIV century as a defensive fortress. Subsequently, two defensive towers were completed to it. Long corridors-labyrinths lead through the rooms of the castle, and from the well there is an entrance to underground rooms.

An architectural monument in the capital of Romania. The luxurious palace is one of the largest buildings with administrative significance in Europe. It is currently hosting meetings of the Romanian Government. The height of the palace is 86 meters, but the amazing thing is that it goes another 92 meters deep. The construction of the castle required about 1 million m2 of marble, 350 tons of crystal. The interior decoration of the palace is still not completed.

It was founded in 1936. It is located next to Charles de Gaulle Square in an area where there were marshes in the past. Most of the park is occupied by Lake Herestreu. The attractions of the park are the royal residence "Elizabeth Palace" and the Museum of the Romanian Village. Part of the park is occupied by a recreational area intended for recreation of city residents and travelers. There are paths and benches in this part of the park.

An ancient fortress, built in 1715-1738. It is interesting in its heptagonal shape, unusual for buildings of this type. Some believe that the architects built it in the form of a star. The fortress was built as a defensive structure during the invasion of the Turks, but it participated in only one battle — against the Hungarians. The walls of the fortress are well preserved, a hotel in the style of the "Middle Ages" was built in one of them.

Also called the City Council Square. The oldest square in the city of Brasov, a large number of medieval historical buildings and architectural monuments are concentrated on it. Including the interesting building of the town hall of the XV century, which now houses the historical museum. A large number of attractionseeing routes pass through the noisy and crowded square, fairs or mass celebrations often take place there.

Sibiu is a city in Transylvania, a historical region of Romania. The center of this city is a contender for protection as a UNESCO site. It is conventionally divided into two parts. Architectural monuments are concentrated in the Upper City, the wealthy strata of the population lived there. The lower city will show tourists the life of workshops and artisans. The narrow cozy streets of the center turn into squares, where, as a rule, the church is located.

The city itself was founded in the XIII century by immigrants from Saxony. They built a fortress on a hill, which later formed one of the most beautiful preserved cities in Europe since the Middle Ages. The historical center of Sighisoara is rightfully included in the UNESCO Heritage List. Its symbol is a Clock tower with a height of 64 meters. It was built simultaneously with the fortress. Costumed processions and tournaments are held on the square of the center.

The street is called the heart of the old city. In the past, fairs and auctions were held on it, and even now there are many different shops on it – souvenir, book, wine, tea. In the evening, bars and restaurants start working, and the active nightlife of this street begins. Many buildings in this part of the city were damaged during the Second World War. And now the most fashionable boutiques of the city are located in the restored buildings.

It is the botanical garden of Babesh-Boyai University. The garden is named after the Romanian scientist-botanist of this university – Alexander Borza. Research activities are conducted in this popular tourist destination. More than 10,000 plants brought from all over the world grow on 14 hectares of the garden. Some areas are decorated with themed landscapes. A pagoda was built in the "Japanese Garden", ancient Roman artifacts were installed in the "Roman Garden".

The ancient castle in the Carpathian region is an architectural monument. After it was built in 1914, it was a royal residence. The luxury of the interiors is amazing. Decorations are wall paintings, stained glass windows, carvings. In the park around the palace there is a garden with many sculptures. Currently, the castle houses a historical museum. In it you can see a collection of weapons and armor of the Middle Ages, works of art.

An ancient castle of the Hunyadi family, built in the XV century on the site of a small fort with a single defensive tower. During its existence, the castle has changed more than 20 owners, each of whom rebuilt and completed it to his taste. As a result, architecture represents different styles from Renaissance to Neo-Gothic. Now there is a museum in the castle. The road to it passes through the gigantic bridge.

It was built by the knights of the Teutonic Order back in 1215. Its main purpose was to protect the local civilian population. Under the threat of an attack, villagers took refuge behind the walls of the citadel, which had everything necessary for life – houses, schools, a chapel. In the middle of the fortress there is a well with a depth of 146 meters. According to legend, it was dug by Turkish prisoners of war in an attempt to save their lives.

Lutheran ancient church, built in the XIV century. It is located in Transylvania. The height of this Gothic-style structure is 65 meters. The church got its name after the fire of the Great Turkish War. The fire covered the walls of the church with soot. The temple is active. But tourists are allowed to go inside and inspect the ancient artful frescoes, sculptures, as well as magnificent carpets that decorate the interior.

A sacred place for many pilgrims. Believers from all over Europe come to the church to see the unique religious artifacts. For example, the relics of the Apostles Peter and Andrew. Travelers admire the design of the church. The best traditions of Byzantine and Romanian architecture are intertwined in its appearance. The features of the interior are the exquisite subtlety of the design of frescoes and paintings, as well as the altar.

It is located in the historical place of Romania – Valahau. Built in 1690. The architecture of the monastery is a magnificent example of the Brynkovian style, which originated in this area. The interior painting of the church at the monastery was done by the master Konstantin, invited from Greece. Many of his drawings have survived to the present day. The monastery is protected by UNESCO as an object of world cultural and historical value.

Moldova is a locality in the north-east of the country. 8 churches in this area are under UNESCO protection. The years of construction of the churches – between 1487 and 1532. The churches differ in different styles of decoration and architecture, they are painted in different colors. attractionseeing tours of churches in Moldova are popular with travelers, even those who are not related to religion. You don't need to be an expert to appreciate the architectural and spiritual value of these churches.

A magnificent concert hall in the capital of Romania. It was built in 1888 on the initiative of Romanian artists. The Concert Hall is the main venue for the George Enescu Orchestra of the Bucharest Philharmonic. The building was built in the neoclassical style with elements of romanticism. Its architecture includes columns, a dome with a spire, as well as a rich exterior and interior decor. There is a park around the concert hall.

It is located in the center of Bucharest and occupies the building of the former royal palace. The museum's exhibitions feature exhibits of various subjects – weapons, coins, books, antique clothes and furniture. Special attention is paid to art objects. The works of local masters are united in the Gallery of Modern Romanian Art and there is a separate exposition of the works of masters of painting and sculpture from abroad.

Four museums of the National Complex of Moldova and the Center for Conservation and Restoration of Cultural Heritage are united under the roof of the Palace of Culture. 298 rooms of the palace have been provided for their needs. The central hall is decorated with mosaics on the floor with images of Bestiary animals. The entrance to the Palace of Culture is through the Clock Tower. The building has survived 14 fires and several large-scale reconstructions.

One of the oldest museums of ethnography in the world. It was founded in 1936. The open-air museum is located by the Herestreu Lake. On its vast territory there are more than 300 buildings brought from different parts of Romania. They are combined into 76 complexes. All types of architecture of villages in the country are represented. The oldest buildings of the museum date back to the XV century. Wooden and watermills are especially interesting for inspection.

The theme of the complex is dedicated to the Romanian civilization. The open–air exposition is a large platform where the life and culture of Romanians are presented. Among the exhibits there are such structures as farmers' houses, schools, religious buildings. Everyday life is clearly shown – a lot of men and women dressed in national costumes show how household work is done. The inspection of this complex will take about 4 hours.

It is located in the village of Sapyntsa. A unique feature is the attitude to the death of local residents, they do not treat the passing of life as a dark and tragic event. And the tombstones of the graves in the Cheerful Cemetery are bright and colorful, with original drawings and poems. They often depict the life of a deceased person, its most vivid episodes. The cemetery is accessible to visitors at any time, thousands of tourists come here every year.

Salt mines in this area have been known for a long time. The first mention of them dates back to 1075. In 1992, tourists began to be allowed inside the mine, and the object quickly gained popularity among travelers. In addition to exploring the salt "palace" – as the cave is often called, a wellness center was founded in it. There are gyms and treatment rooms. Excursions to the underground lake are popular, you can swim on it by boat.

This part of the Carpathian mountain system is called the Transylvanian Alps. The highest mountain is Moldoveanu – 2544 meters. It is located on the Fagerash mountain range. The slopes of the mountains are covered with forests, and there is still snow on their peaks at the beginning of summer, there are large glacial lakes. More accessible for hiking is Mount Tympa near the town of Brasov. There is a well-developed tourist infrastructure on its slopes.

A large ice cave in the Apuseni Mountains. Romanians call it the natural wonder of their country. The cave was formed about 3,500 years ago, its research began at the beginning of the XX century. Even now, access is not open everywhere for tourists, as scientists continue to work in it. Descents and ascents are equipped with stairs for visitors. The total length of the cave is more than 700 meters. The temperature in it does not exceed 0 degrees.

Located on the territory of a nature reserve. Appeared as a result of an earthquake in 1977. 4 craters almost daily spew out streams of mud containing many chemical elements. Mud flows, drying up, form unusual landscapes with deep cracks, similar to the surface of the Moon. For tourists on the territory of the reserve there are several hotels and sites for the installation of tents.

Rock formations that are included in the list of natural wonders of Romania. Located on the territory of the Bucheji Natural Park at an altitude of more than 2000 above sea level. The unusual shape of the rocks is due to erosion and wind. The figure of the Sphinx from a certain angle really resembles the figure of a mythological animal. Babele translates from Romanian as "old women", but it is a little more difficult to make out the outlines of old women.

National Park, a UNESCO protected area. Located in the mountains, the highest point is Mount Peleaga – 2509 meters. The landscape of the park is diverse – mountain peaks and alpine meadows, rocks and pine groves. Among the rich Alpine flora there are many large predators – wolf, brown bear, lynx. There are 120 species of birds in the park, including golden eagles, eagle owls, vultures. Reptiles are represented by venomous vipers.

The park got its name because of the area in the Danube Valley, where the Carpathian Mountains and the Old Planina Mountains converge. Next to this territory are the borders of Romania, Serbia and Montenegro. The rapid flow of the Danube in this area is used by the hydropower complex, dams have been built. The territory of the national park is more than 60,000 hectares. There are more than 1000 different types of plants, including relict plants.

The bas-relief of the tsar and the great commander was cut into the coastal rock. It is one of the highest of its type in Europe. The height of the sculpture is 40 meters, the width is 25 meters. 12 sculptors-climbers, as well as auxiliary workers worked on the creation of the monument. The initiator of the creation of the monument was the historian Joseph Draganu. The creation of the monument took 10 years and cost about a million dollars.

This place was the residence of the kings of Dacia, an ancient state. It also combined the functions of a military and religious center and was one of the defensive fortresses of King Decebalus. The entire complex of fortresses is a UNESCO Heritage Site. The fortress is located in the mountains of Transylvania at an altitude of 1200 meters. Sanctuaries are an important part of Sarmizegetuz. But during the raids of the Romans, almost all the temples were destroyed.

A high-altitude road, laid between Wallachia and Transylvania in 1974. About 6,000 tons of dynamite were spent to pave the road in the rocks. Currently it is considered one of the most beautiful roads in the world. It leads through beech groves and a waterfall against the backdrop of mountains. Next to the highway is the "residence of Vlad Dracula" – Poenari fortress. For travelers, the road is open only for a few warm months of the year.

It is located in the Eastern Carpathians. A mountain river flows between the high cliffs of the gorge, in which trout are found. In Romania, the Bicaz gorge is the longest and deepest. Part of the highway along it is a serpentine. On one side there are steep cliffs, on the other – a sheer cliff. Next to the gorge, you can see Lake Krasnoe, formed as a result of the overlap of the riverbed after the collapse.

It is the second largest in Europe. Most of it is located on the territory of Romania, and it is recognized by UNESCO as a natural heritage site and taken under protection. This territory is protected. The landscape of the delta is diverse – there are sand dunes, thickets of reeds and willows, and swamps. There are many small rivers and streams flowing through the wetlands of the reserve. There are many animals of the Red Book.

Mamaia resort is considered the most expensive and famous resort in Romania. Luxury hotels and wellness centers have been built near the beach coastal zone. The beach is 8 km long and 200 meters wide. The sand is soft and velvety, golden in color. The beach infrastructure is well developed. There is a rental of jet skis and water skis, equipped with playgrounds for mini-football and volleyball. Thanks to the breeze, there is no sweltering heat on Mamaya Beach.