I decided to plan a trip to Transylvania on a hunch. A photo online with a cobblestone lane and colorful houses grabbed my attention and looked nothing like the images in my mind of a place where the legend of Dracula began. Romania sits in plain view in Europe yet hasn't captured the full attention of travelers planning European trips. For this reason and all of the incredible … [Read more...]
15 Splendid Things to Do in Sibiu Romania
Sibiu is my Romanian love. It was totally unexpected. After arriving on a train from Brasov, a taxi dropped my backpack and me in Sibiu's Upper Town. As I wandered around trying to orient myself and find my hotel, I gazed up at the imposing gothic Cathedral and the colorful houses in beautiful decay lining the tiny streets. I didn't know at the time all the things to do in … [Read more...]
How 1 Fairytale Day Will Make You Love Sighisoara Romania Forever
The walled historic center of Sighisoara Romania with its 14th-century clock tower was finally visible in the distance as the train neared the station. A few hours earlier, I'd departed from Sibiu on a local Soviet-era train covered in an array of spray paint. The train had chugged through unspoiled green Romanian countryside. It squealed to a stop in people's gardens and at … [Read more...]
A Day Trip Guide to Rasnov Fortress in Romania
Arriving into Rasnov, your gaze is immediately directed upwards. You'll notice the town's name boldly announced with white letters perched on the hilltop above like its nearby neighbor, Brasov. The impressive Rasnov Fortress emerges from the green forest just beyond. The stone facade and orange rooftops circle the hilltop spying any potential invaders. The town of Rasnov … [Read more...]
12 Terrific Things to Do in Brasov Romania
Brasov, Romania is the gateway into Transylvania. After coming from Bucharest, the pace of life noticeably slows. The air cools. There's a relaxed, romantic feel as you wander through Brasov's narrow cobblestone streets. The 13th-century city transports you back in time with an unassuming tangible authenticity. Brasov is not pretending to be a medieval city. It actually is. … [Read more...]
