Tag Archives: Transylvania
On the Footsteps of Dracula
Among the numerous Romanian rulers, princes and kings, no one became as well-known around the world as Vlad III. Yes, you’ve heard of him, if not under the name of Vlad III, surely under that of Vlad the Impaler (Vlad … Continue reading
Museum of Pharmacy of Sibiu
Part of the Brukenthal Museum, the Pharmacy Museum in Sibiu is one of the most important institutions of its kind in Romania and in Europe. The museum was opened in 1972 to mirror the long tradition of pharmaceutical activities in … Continue reading
Tismana Monastery
Overview: Tismana Monastery is the first religious settlement in Wallachia and one of the oldest churches in the country. It was founded in 1375 by St. Nicodim, with the help of Radu Negru Vodă, the ruler and alleged founder of … Continue reading
The Saxon fortified churches of Transylvania
Overview: The Saxon fortified churches of Transylvania are religious and military assemblies, exquisite architectural masterpieces built in Gothic style. They are situated in the central and southern parts of Transylvania, especially in the surroundings of Sibiu and Sighișoara. The originality … Continue reading
Roman Catholic Cathedral of Saint Michael
Overview: The Roman Catholic Cathedral of Saint Michael is a symbol of Cluj-Napoca and one of the most representative monuments of the Gothic architecture in Transylvania, similar to the Black Church in Brașov. It impresses through its dimensions, being 70m … Continue reading
Brâncoveanu Monastery in Sâmbăta de Sus
Brâncoveanu Monastery in Sâmbăta de Sus, founded by Constantin Brâncoveanu, is one of the most picturesque monasteries in Transylvania, being sheltered by the high cliffs of the Făgăraş Mountains. The first proofs directly related to the existence of the monastery … Continue reading
Black Church
Overview: The Black Church is the most important sight in Braşov and the largest Gothic – style church in Transylvania, with a capacity of approximately 5000 people. It is also the biggest hall church east of Vienna and one of … Continue reading
The Huniad Castle (also known as the Corvin Castle)
The Huniad Castle (also known as the Corvin Castle), the greatest fortress in Romania, is an almost perfectly preserved Gothic castle. Founded in the 14th century, the Huniad Castle impresses through its imposing presence, which dominates the surroundings. In 1873, … Continue reading
Bran Castle
Bran Castle, one of the most important medieval architecture monuments in Romania, is known worldwide as Dracula’s Castle. It has gained this name some decades ago, when, on arriving in Transylvania, tourists in search of Dracula came across a castle … Continue reading
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