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Romania is a relatively young country with a rich history and cultural heritage, attracting tourists from all over the world! The republic is proud of magnificent palaces, medieval castles and villages, inexpensive ski resorts - Poiana Brasov, Busteni, Predeal and Sinaia. The state is well known, thanks to the famous Dracula's castle, located in Brasov. Romania is one of those countries that has practically not changed the borders of its own forests and is very careful about flora and fauna .. We bring to your attention a fascinating guide to mysterious Romania.

A brief acquaintance with an amazing European state

Romania is located in Southeast Europe, part of the country is located in the northeast of the Balkan Peninsula.

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The capital of the state is the city of Bucharest. Romania neighbors Moldova and Ukraine, Serbia and Hungary, and also has a land border with Bulgaria. The majority of the country's population is Orthodox. In the southeast, Romania is washed by the Black Sea. The Carpathian Mountains stretch across the entire territory of the country. The highest point in Romania is Mount Moldoveanu. Forests occupy only thirteen percent of the republic's area. The state has been a member of the European Union since 2007.

On the Black Sea coast of Romania, there are wonderful natural beaches. Popular seaside resorts in Romania are Constanta and Mamaia, Eforia and Mangalia, ski resorts Sinaia and Busteni, Predeal and Poiana Brasov, balneological resorts - Beile Felix (near Oradi), Baile Herculanee and Efori Nord (mud baths can be taken on Lake Tekirgel ). The ski season starts in December and ends in March. A third of all mineral and thermal springs in Europe are concentrated in the country.

What is worth seeing in Romania?

Romania is rich in numerous cultural, historical and architectural sights. which are worth seeing with your own eyes at least once in your life!

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In Romania, tourists should visit:

• Art Museum and National History Museum.
• Palace of Justice 1864 and Stirbey Palace 1835.
• National Bank in the premises of 1885 and the presidential palace, located in a building built in the 17th century.
• Konstakudilo Palace 1900 and royal palace 1935.
• Arc de Triomphe 1920 and monastery Antim 1715 year.
• Monastery Mihai-Voda and Patriarchal Church dated 1665.
• Croculescu Church and Ethnographic Museum - Cluj-Napoca
• St. Michael's Church erected in 1396-1432, and Reformed Church 1486 year.
• Botanui Palace- the former residence of the princes of Transylvania and Alba Iulia - the oldest museum in Romania, which was opened in 1794.
• Citadel b, built by the Holy Roman Emperor Charles VI in 1716-1735 and cathedral of the 2nd century, which was rebuilt in the Gothic style in the 15th century.

No less valuable sights of Romania are:

• Historical Museum of Brasov a, functioning in a 15th century building and fragments of the citadel of 1553.
• Gothic Black Church(XIV - XV centuries) and church of St. Bartholomew dated to the 13th century.
• Town hall, built in 1420 and Bran Castle- Count Dracula's castle.
• The cathedral and two 15th century churches in Iasi.
• Parish Church in Oradea, in which the king of Hungary Laszlo I Saint is buried.
• Gothic church XV century and Teleki Palace in Targu Mures.

Interesting sights can be found in Timisoara:

• 18th century castle and Orthodox Cathedral;
• pseudo-gothic column, located in the city center, built in 1851 by the Austrian Emperor Franz Joseph I.

In the village of Sinai, tourists will be able to see the summer Peles royal palace dating back to the 19th century.

Natural landmarks of Romania

Travelers will be enchanted by the unsurpassed beauty of the Bigar waterfall, located in the west of Romania in the Karash Severin area, near the town of Bozovic. The Nera Gorge, famous for this miracle of nature, is located in the Beušnica National Park.

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Tourists will be able to enjoy a truly fabulous spectacle. A feature of this waterfall is that, rushing at a frantic speed, water streams fall from an eight-meter height onto a tuff covered with green moss. It seems that a stream of water envelops the stone formation, resembling a mushroom, from all sides.

For tourists to be able to get to the fabulous waterfall, a bridge was built over the Minis River. The national park attracts tourists not only with a unique and fantastically beautiful waterfall, but also with turquoise lakes, mysterious caves, diverse flora and fauna.

A protected area with steep cliffs and caves - the Bikaz gorge is located in the Eastern Carpathians.

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It is the longest in Romania. Moreover, it is also very deep. In 2004, this area received the status of a national park. Unique plants grow here, rare species of birds and animals live, there is a natural mountain lake "Red" and an artificial reservoir - Bikaz.

The picturesque Red Lake or Killer is characterized by an L-shaped shape, located at an altitude of nine hundred and eighty meters above sea level, near the Bicaz gorge (this is the northeastern part of Romania).

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It arose naturally in 1837. As a result of heavy downpours, the rocks collapsed. They blocked the mountain river, forming a dam-like barrier.

The depth of the lake is ten and a half meters. The reservoir covers an area of ​​114676 sq / m, and reaches 2830 meters in length.

Tourists will be pleased to stroll through the Bucharest Botanical Garden, which is characterized by excellent landscaping. It is located near the Katroceni Palace and the center of the capital.

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The Botanical Garden was founded in 1860. It occupies an area of ​​seventeen and a half hectares. Medicinal plants have been cultivated in this area for a long time. The botanical garden has been open to visitors since 1891. In 1954, it became the property of the university.

Here, in the building of the Brancovianu era, there is a museum, which displays ancient instruments of botanists, their manuscripts, as well as products made from minerals.

Let us dwell in more detail on the tourist places to visit in Romania.

Where to stay: tourists are welcome

TOP - 15 main sights of Romania

Bran Castle or Count Dracula's Castle is the most popular tourist attraction in Romania, a striking example of medieval architecture. It was erected in the XIV century on the top of a cliff, in the place where the wooden fortress of the Teutonic knights was located.

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In the 17th century, two towers appeared at the castle, characterized by an irregular geometric shape. During the reign of Queen Bran, a wonderful park was created, with a lake and fountains. The castle is currently owned by Dominik Habsburg.

The castle has never belonged to Count Dracula. Bran - served as a refuge for Vlad Tepes during the campaigns, here he stopped to hunt in the mountains. In the castle museum, tourists can see his bed.

How to get there: from the capital to Brasov you can take a train, change to a bus and get off at the station "Castelul Bran".

The entrance to the castle is paid.

Where to stay: tourists are welcome

The Rasnov fortress is located between the village of Brasov and the castle called Bran.

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It was built in the 13th century in the place where the old fort of the Teutonic knights was located. The Rasnov fortress flaunts on the top of the mountain. Currently, it is a popular tourist destination among travelers, characterized by a stunning panorama of the city and its surroundings.

Where to stay: tourists are welcome

3. Poenari Castle or "the real castle of Dracula".

Poenari is one of the oldest Romanian castles. It was erected in the 13th century over the Arjesh River.

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At first, the castle had only one tower. In the 15th century, it was rebuilt by Vlad III Tepes (the prototype of the vampire Count Dracula), who settled here for a long time. The castle then acquired new structures.

At present, only ruins remain of it. To get to the legendary fortress, travelers need to climb one and a half thousand steps of a steep stone staircase.

Peles Castle is a famous, luxurious architectural monument, built by order of King Charles I (Carol I) - a representative of the Hohenzollern dynasty. It is named after the mountain river of the same name. The construction of the palace took as long as ten years.

Among the many styles that were embodied in the architectural project, neo-Renaissance prevailed. Peles Castle is the first electrified palace in the world to be equipped with an elevator. It covers an area = over 3 thousand sq / m. The palace has over one hundred and sixty rooms decorated in the Prussian Baroque style. The historical monument was declared a museum in 1953.

On the ceiling of the castle you can see beautiful hand-painted stained glass windows. The walls, antique, wooden furniture are decorated with carvings. The palace contains exquisite Turkish, Iraqi, Bukhara carpets, huge Venetian mirrors, a collection of items made of gold, silver and porcelain, sculptures, statues made of ivory, as well as weapons and armor. The museum contains a unique collection of equipment for horses, knightly uniforms.

How to get there: to the city of Sinaia from the capital of Romania by train, as well as from Brasov by bus, then you need to walk to the castle.
The entrance to the palace is paid.

Where to stay: tourists are welcome

Tourists will be interested in an old, Lutheran religious building with a bell tower in the Gothic style - the Black Church of St. Mary, located in the city of Brasov (southeastern Transylvania). The construction of the temple began in the Middle Ages - in 1385.

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After the fire, restoration work began, during which the outside of the church was decorated with frescoes in the Renaissance style.

The religious building, together with the tower, reaches a height of sixty-five meters. Inside the temple you can see unique Turkish carpets, sculptures, frescoes, a font in the form of a cast-iron, Gothic ark, an organ dating from 1839.

In the summer season, organ music concerts are organized for parishioners in the church.

Where to stay: tourists are welcome

The Throne Fortress (also called the Throne Castle) is located in the village of Suceava (northeastern part of Romania).

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Its construction was started by order of Prince Peter I Mushat in the 14th century. The fortress in the old days was the place where the coronation of the rulers of Moldova took place. Initially, it was characterized by a square shape, had towers (in the middle of the walls and at the corners).

Under Stefan the Great, construction began in a circle of bastions, and the walls were fortified. The fortress in the north was surrounded by a deep moat, equipped with a drawbridge. An underground passage led from it to the St. Demetrius Church.

In the twentieth century, the Austrian architect Karl Romstorfer was involved in the restoration of the Throne Castle. Tourists today can contemplate a cobbled courtyard, a chapel, and a bathhouse. The fortress has become the venue for art exhibitions and a festival dedicated to the art of the Middle Ages.

Where to stay: tourists are welcome

The Crezulescu Palace was built at the beginning of the 20th century. The Romanian architect Petre Antonescu worked on his project. The building stands out against the background of other buildings in the capital for its beauty and pomp. It is located near the Cismigiu Park.

The exterior of the building of Crezulescu traces the features of the Gothic and Baroque style. It is connected to the Skeet Magureanu temple by an underground passage. Since 1972, the palace has housed the headquarters of UNESCO-CEPES - the European Center for Higher Education.

Where to stay: tourists are welcome

The gloomy castle of Corvinus rises on a cliff above the Zlashte River in the city of Hunedoara (southern Transylvania). It was built in the 15th century.

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Initially, it had the shape of an oval. The castle was once the ancestral home of the Hunyadi family. Thanks to renovations, its appearance has been changed. Towers and a chapel were added to the castle.

According to legend, Vlad Celesh (Count Dracula), who was deposed from the throne, was hidden in the dungeons of the Huyandi castle. In the 17th century, under the next owner - Gabor Betlen - the castle was rebuilt anew. The new palace embodied in its design elements of the late Gothic and Renaissance.

Since the 18th century, the castle was owned by the Habsburgs. Today, a historical museum functions in Corvinova, which will be interesting for travelers to see.

Where to stay: tourists are welcome

Catherine's Gate is located in Brasov. Previously, there was a fortress wall in their place, and the monastery of St. Catherine was located near it.

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On the gate you can see the coat of arms of the city. Today in the premises of the unique attraction there is a museum, which will be interesting for curious tourists to see.

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The ruins of Deva Castle are a famous landmark in Transylvania.

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The castle was built on the left bank of the Mures River - tributaries of the Tisza. The first mention of the fortress appeared in 1269. Tourists can take the funicular to view the fragments of the once mighty citadel. Currently, the area around the Deva Castle is a protected area. Rare plant species grow here.

The powerful, majestic castle-fortress Neamt is located on the territory of Romania near the town of Targu Neamt, in a picturesque area between the Prut River and the Carpathians, on the Plesa hill.

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The first written mention of the Neamt fortress dates back to 1395. The castle was founded by the prince of Moldova Peter I Mushat. The castle is characterized by incredibly thick, twenty meters high walls, impressive bastions, a semicircular bridge supported by eleven pillars. Nowadays an overview, strategically important in the past, of the castle is included in the popular tourist routes.

The Mogosoai Palace is a vivid example of a new, unique architectural style - the Brancovian style, which was founded by Constantin Brancovianu.

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The palace and park complex is located sixteen kilometers from Bucharest. Its construction lasted from 1689 to 1702. The Mogosoaya Palace was the summer residence of the crowned family.

Under the princes of Bibescu, the building acquired rich decoration, openwork balconies, wooden, carved columns and balustrades. Its design harmoniously combined western and eastern stylistic directions. In 1945, the palace became state property, and in 1957 it received the status of a museum of Brynkovets art.

Today, tourists within its walls can see antique furniture, household items of the 17th-19th centuries, icons, historical documentation and paintings.

Where to stay: tourists are welcome

The active, Orthodox, male monastery of Sinai is located in the mountains - the South Carpathians.

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Its construction lasted five years - from 1690 to 1695th year. The founder of the monastery was a representative of a noble family - Mikhail Kantakuzino. The cult building is decorated in the Brankovyan architectural style. The church was painted by the painter Parva Mutu.

The construction of the second church of the monastery took place from 1842 to 1946 in the same stylistic direction. Today, within its walls there are two valuable icons, which were donated by Emperor Nicholas II to King Ferdinand I of Romania.

Tourists are offered to visit the Museum of Church Art, which houses a rich collection of various church items, icons and books. Among them, the first Bible written in Romanian is of particular value.

Harastrau Park is located around the lake of the same name, in the north of the capital of Romania.

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The green island appeared in Bucharest in 1936. Harestrau Park is currently a popular place where not only guests of the capital, but also local residents prefer to relax.

Visitors to the park will see the open-air Village Museum named after the Romanian ethnographer - Dimitrie Gusti.

Guests will be offered:

• get acquainted with the life and life of the peasants of the Middle Ages:
• look at the log huts and other buildings of the rural population of the 16th-18th centuries.

The recreational area of ​​the park contains a large number of terraces, alleys, fountains, a fairground, a pier for boats, embankments and tennis courts.

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The ancient Catholic Church of St. Bartholomew is located in the city of Brasov.

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It was built by the Transylvanian Saxons in 1260. The iconic building has a clock tower. The temple is a valuable monument of medieval architecture, decorated in the Gothic style. which will be interesting for tourists to see.

Where to stay: tourists are welcome

Embark on a fascinating journey through Romania - a mysterious country with medieval castles, majestic mountains and legends about Count Dracula, and enjoy the pleasant moments! Tourists will be captivated by virgin nature and rich fauna of the country, unique architectural objects and hospitality of local residents. Here you can taste incredibly delicious and heady Romanian wine. And in order to make your stay as comfortable as possible, do not forget

If you think that Romania is completely overgrown with forests, in which, here and there, there are medieval castles, necessarily inhabited by vampires, and there is nothing else in it, then you are deeply mistaken.

Modern Romania is a classical European state, in no way inferior to its neighbors on the map.

Of course, the country keeps in itself national legends about the mystical prince Dracula, and gloomy castles resting against the sky with their spiers, it also has, but the Gothic component is not all of Romania.

Majestic Bucharest boasts grandiose buildings of the Soviet era, small Transylvanian cities - the country's medieval history. Numerous museums in Romania are replete with picturesque, architectural and weapons collections. There are ski resorts in the Carpathians, and on the Black Sea coast there are places for a beach holiday.

Romanian shops are open from nine to six on weekdays. There are 24/7 markets in large cities. The main souvenirs of the country are numerous wines and handicrafts with "Draculov's theme".

Romanian cuisine is represented by dishes based on meat (michi sausages) or corn (mamalyga). Local cafes usually serve fruit tea, while bars offer plum liqueur.

Romanian hotels are rarely rated above four stars. But rest and accommodation in them costs around 35 euros per day.

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What to see in Romania?

The most interesting and beautiful places, photos and a short description.

Built at the end of the 14th century, Bran Castle went down in history as Dracula's castle. According to one of the legends, the Wallachian prince Vlad Tepes, who became the prototype of the famous literary character, often stopped at the castle during campaigns and hunted in its vicinity. Bran Castle is located at the top of a cliff and has a trapezoidal shape. The fortress corridors are an intricate labyrinth.

The Romanian Carpathians are the second largest mountain range in Europe. It occupies a third of the country and includes the Eastern, Southern and Western Carpathians. The majestic mountains consist of high peaks (about two and a half kilometers in height), volcanoes, glaciers, picturesque caves. There are well-equipped ski resorts in some parts of the mountain range.

The largest office building in the world is located on the Spyrius Hill. It covers an area of ​​three hundred and fifty thousand square meters, consists of twelve floors, four underground levels and over a thousand rooms. The palace was built in 1984 by order of Ceausescu. About one million cubic meters of marble and three thousand five hundred tons of crystal were spent on its finishing.

The Lutheran Church of St. Mary appeared in the southeast of Transylvania in the 80s of the XIV century. Today it is considered the largest Gothic building in the country. The height of the Black Church together with the bell tower is sixty-five meters. The inside of the building is decorated with Gothic frescoes, the outside is decorated with Renaissance sculptures and patterns.

One of the longest streets in Bucharest runs through the center of the Old City. It got its name in the 17th century from German merchants who called the place of their trade Leipzig, which was later transformed into "Lipscan". The architectural appearance of the street began to take shape in the 15th century, but most of the modern buildings belong to the Secession style of the beginning of the 20th century.

The historical center of the cultural capital of Romania is separated from the rest of the city by a high fortress wall. It consists of narrow streets, medieval residential and church buildings and spacious squares. In the upper part of old Sibiu, wealthy citizens used to live, industrialists and artisans lived in the lower part.

One of the largest open-air museums was opened in Romania in 1905. Located in the south of Sibiu, in the old park "Dumbrava Sibiului", the architectural complex consists of more than three hundred buildings reflecting the technological development of the country. In ASTRE you can find wooden farm houses, traditional inns, a variety of mills, livestock pens, hydraulic forges.

Herastrau Park was laid out in the northern part of Bucharest, on the shores of the lake of the same name in 1936. One part of it is the Village Museum (more about it - below), the second is a traditional recreation area for the townspeople. The park area of ​​Herastrau consists of quiet leafy alleys, small artificial reservoirs and picturesque embankments.

Founded in 1690 by Konstantin Brancovianu, the Wallachian monastery is one of the best representatives of the Brancovian style that emerged in Romania at the beginning of the 18th century. The presence of rich carved decorations and decorative paintings, openwork oriental arches with small columns and roof cornices far from the walls form a unique architectural image of the Khorezu monastery.

Located in the northwest of Sinai, the majestic neo-Renaissance palace began construction in the 70s of the XIX century and was completed by the First World War. The one hundred and sixty rooms of the castle contain rich collections of paintings, sculptures, furniture, weapons, porcelain, carpets and tapestries. The Peles Park Ensemble is based on seven Italian terraces, decorated with stairs, lions and fountains.

The internationally recognized Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve is a wetland consisting of small lakes, sand dunes, reeds, reeds and bogs. A large number of birds, fish and animals can be found in this part of Romania. The Danube Delta is home to rare species of red-throated goose and Dalmatian pelican.

Opened in Bucharest in 1888, the Athenaeum was built at the initiative of the local cultural community, which included prominent Romanian diplomats, politicians and artists. Today, the Athenaeum concert hall is one of the best in Europe. It annually hosts the International Music Festival. J. Enescu.

One of the first ethnographic museums in the world was opened in Bucharest in 1936. It bears the name of the famous educator Dimitri Gusti and consists of three hundred rural buildings (farms, huts, windmills, etc.) collected from all over Romania and located on an area of ​​one hundred thousand square meters.

Overlooking the Tarnava Mare River, the Transylvanian city of Sighisoara was founded in the 13th century by German colonists. Its historical center looks like a classic medieval town, fortified by two bastions and nine towers. On the territory of Old Sighisoara there are old residential and educational buildings, towers with weathercocks, museums (history, torture, weapons).

The most positive cemetery in the world took place thanks to the talent of the Romanian artist and sculptor S.J. Patrasu, who in the 30s of the XX century began to decorate wooden tombstones with illustrations that reveal the characteristic features of the life of the deceased. Colorful caricatures still appear at the Merry Cemetery, accompanied by text messages from relatives or statements of the reasons for the death of the deceased.

Located on the top of the Carpathian Mountains, the Skarisoara cave consists of several halls bearing "religious" names - Church, Cathedral, Great Hall. Similar associations were taken from the unusual shape of stalagmites that resemble church candles. The Skarisoara cave is also unique in that it contains an underground glacier, with a total volume of seventy-five thousand cubic meters.

Boyarskoye estate Mogosoaya is located in a dense forest, fourteen kilometers from Bucharest. The fabulous palace and park complex was built at the beginning of the 18th century by the ruler of Wallachia - Konstantin Brinkovianu in accordance with the architectural style inherent in that time. It is replete with elegant arches, protruding cornices and decorative ornaments.

The highway passing through the Carpathian Fagaras massif and connecting Wallachia and Transylvania was built in the seventies of the XX century by order of Ceausescu. The construction of the route was carried out by the Romanian army. It was assumed that the highway will be used for military purposes. Today it serves peaceful purposes, but only in summer and during daylight hours.

19. Mud volcanoes of Berg (Berca Mud Volcanoes)

The Berg mud volcanoes formed after the 1977 earthquake in the Buzau area, unlike ordinary volcanoes, erupt gases and mud with a small amount of water and oil to the surface of the earth. Sometimes the gas escaping from the ground ignites spontaneously, turning the volcanoes of Berg into colorful natural torches.

An eight-meter waterfall, flowing over a tuff covered with green moss, is located in the Beushnitsa National Park. From a distance, Bigar resembles a huge mushroom. A special bridge has been built to observe the waterfall in the Nera gorge. A characteristic feature of Bigara is the fast speed of falling water.

Romantic and mystical Romania is known to many for Transylvania and Count Dracula. But this is only a small part of what awaits in this beautiful country. The amazing republic boasts medieval castles, the Black Sea coast, clean beaches, lakes, the majestic Danube, ski and health resorts. We will talk about this later in the article.

General understanding of the country

Romania with the capital Bucharest is located in the southeastern part of Europe. The state's neighbors are Ukraine, Moldova, Hungary, Serbia and Bulgaria. The country has long understood that the name of Count Dracula alone will not go far. Therefore, in recent years, the tourism infrastructure has been rapidly developing in Romania, new hotels are being built, new projects are emerging in the country's resorts.

Modern Romania will delight guests with interesting excursion programs, fashionable and updated hotels, beautiful nature of mountain ranges, warm sea. The weather in Romania is influenced by the temperate continental climate zone, while the eastern regions are affected by the maritime one. Winters in the country are mild and sunny, but sometimes there are frosts, summers are warm and humid. The swimming season on the Black Sea coast lasts from May to September, and the ski season in the Carpathians - from December to April.

How to get to Romania from different CIS countries

Several times a week there are direct flights from Moscow to Bucharest. The average flight duration is 2.5 hours. Every day, planes from Kiev and Minsk land at the airports of Bucharest and Timisoara. There are no direct flights from Kazakhstan to Romania: you will have to fly with a transfer in Moscow, Kiev or Minsk.

In summer, fast trains leave from Moscow through Kiev to Bucharest every day. The journey from Russia by this transport will take about two days, and from Ukraine - 31 hours. In winter, trains run to Romania several times a week. Modern buses and taxis run from the capital's airport to Bucharest itself.

Romania's Black Sea coast is famous for its flat bottom and clean, comfortable beaches. The presented seaside resorts of this amazing country will delight you with a developed infrastructure and affordable prices:

• Constanta is considered the largest Black Sea port and a wonderful place for rest. The third most populous Romanian seaside resort attracts travelers with interesting sights, entertainment centers, a cathedral, a mosque, museums, a planetarium and a dolphinarium.
• Popular Mamaia is located near Constanta. The resort is located on a sandy spit that separates the Black Sea and the large freshwater lake Syutgiol. The oldest city will delight you with a long coastline, wide beaches, numerous hotels, amusement parks, the only water park in the country, discos and bars. A music festival is held in Mamaia every summer. Unlike other places for seaside holidays in Romania, this resort is more expensive due to the high level of comfort.
• Fans of family, calm and secluded relaxation will love the Jupiter resort, located an hour's drive from Constanta. Vacationers come here to admire the picturesque bay, soak up the wonderful beaches and escape from the bustle of the city.
• The southernmost resort in Romania is Mangalia, which is known for its beautiful sandy beach, thermal springs, mineral drinking water, healing mud, a natural park and a horse farm where you can ride a horse. Saturn is located next to Mangalia. This resort has lower prices.

The most luxurious resort on the Romanian coast is Neptune-Olympus, located near Mangalia. The coastal zone of the town borders on a coniferous forest, thanks to which the recovery from lung diseases is carried out. Neptune-Olympus will delight tourists with sports grounds, a summer cinema, an amusement park, numerous shops and boat trips.

Ski resorts in Romania

The small but pretty resort of Sinaia attracts tourists with a rich history and ancient architectural sights. The name of the direction is due to the monastery, which was built in the area by the end of the 16th century. The visiting card of the town is the beautiful Peles Palace with a picturesque park.

The ski and toboggan runs are suitable for both beginners and experienced athletes. Sinaia is often the site of international winter sports competitions. The resort with a developed infrastructure will delight you with restaurants, bars, discos, an ice rink, a swimming pool, interesting excursions and picturesque nature with clean air.

The fashionable resort of Poiana Brasov is located in a sunny valley. Well-equipped trails are built on the southern slopes of the Carpathian mountain Posrevaru. Tourists get here by horse or sleigh, the air is of unique purity. Bobsleigh, cross-country skiing, tobogganing, ski jumping and paragliding lovers come to Poiana Brasov. Vacationers will be able to enjoy their time in the swimming pool, sports center, sauna, restaurants and skating rink. There are excursions to the legendary Bran Castle, which was built by Vlad Tepes himself in the 15th century.

Predeal is the highest mountainous Romanian city. The slopes of the resort are protected from the wind by a dense forest, which creates a pleasant and comfortable environment. Local ski tours are well known in Europe and are popular. The resort has the best tracks in the country. The main feature of the area is that the ski base never closes and receives thousands of tourists.

The main entertainment in Romania, how to spend time

Romania is rich in all kinds of entertainment. Entertaining excursions to ancient places and sights, cycling through the mountains, historical performances associated with Count Dracula. We must not forget about sea, ski and balneological resorts. In the capital of Romania, Bucharest, tourists can admire the ancient architecture, visit city museums, taste delicious local cuisine in the best restaurants in the country.

The Constanta seaside resort is famous for its aquarium, which is located next to the famous casino building. The local aquarium is considered the first and largest in Romania. Visitors will be able to admire marine life from the Black and Mediterranean Seas. The aquarium is divided into three sections: the last section is inhabited by representatives of the exotic underwater world.

The northeastern city of Iasi is famous for the Palace of Culture, which looks like a French castle. The building was erected at the beginning of the last century, on the site of the ruins of the burnt down royal court. During World War II, the Palace of Culture served as a warehouse and barracks for soldiers. Now this place houses museums, where exhibitions and cultural events are regularly held.

The outskirts of Timisoara are famous for the ancient Recas vineyards, which were planted more than five centuries ago. The wines are famous throughout Romania, and have been awarded quality and taste marks at international events. Excursions are constantly conducted on the territory of the vineyards, after which tourists visit the wine cellars and workshops. In addition, every guest can bring the taste of the best wines home without any problems.

Sights of Romania, where to go

Transylvanian Brasov is famous for the Black Temple and ancient churches, a historical museum and a medieval Town Hall. Not far from it is the city of Sighisoara, where Vlad Tepes was born. It is worth visiting the museum, which is located in the building of the Clock Tower, a Gothic church.

The largest Black Sea resort in Romania, Constanta, in addition to the sea and beach holidays, is proud of its attractions. Guests of the city must admire the ancient Roman wall, the monument to Ovid, the old Genoese lighthouse, the cathedral and the church. Lovers of cultural recreation will see unique exhibits in museums of natural history, navigation, ethnography, astronomy.

The outskirts of Bucharest attract attention with the monastery, the "Lord's Church", the ruins of the castle of Count Dracula, the ruins of the Zhidov palace, nature reserves with salt caves and the picturesque town of Targu-Jiu. Tourists come to Gorj County to visit the oldest Romanian monastery of Tismana.

The visiting card of the mountainous district of Maramures is the "Merry Cemetery" located in the town of Sepynets. This landmark is considered the only memorial on the planet, where death is depicted in the form of painted crosses and cheerful carved monuments.

The Romanian people have always been friendly and sociable, so in the country tourists can safely walk even at night, without fear of hooliganism and harassment. In terms of security, Bucharest is ahead of many European capitals. Fraud and petty theft rarely happen, and even then far from the main attractions. Despite the rarity of checks, it is better to walk the streets with a copy of your passport or driver's license. It is prohibited to photograph military objects, bridges, ports and government buildings.

Due to the large amount of chlorine in tap water, intestinal disorders can occur, so it is better to boil or buy bottled liquid. Modern buses, trolleybuses, trams and taxis run along the city streets. There is a subway in Bucharest. Despite the good organization, the metropolitan transport is often overcrowded. You can rent a car at the airport or major hotel. This requires a credit card and an international driving license.

Reviews of tourists about a trip to Romania

Marina: For me, Romania has always been considered a country of contrasts and ancient legends and traditions. During the trip, the influence of the European Union was felt, but this does not prevent Romanians from dressing in national costumes, listening to native music and observing folk traditions. Romania is quite large in area, each region has its own peculiarities.

Mountainous Transylvania in the richness and beauty of nature will give odds to the central and coastal regions of the country. The homeland of the famous Vlad Tepes is home to numerous architectural and historical sites. I really liked the excursions to Bran Castle, where Dracula lived, the royal palace of Peles and the medieval fortress city of Sighisoara.

Irina: Before the trip, Romania was associated only with Dracula and the gypsies. There are really a lot of the latter in the country, so on the streets of cities you should not be surprised by the begging gypsy children. In the beauty of nature, cleanliness of streets and roads, Romania is similar to Russia. However, Romanian cities differ in color from other Balkan countries. The locals were pleasantly surprised by their kindness and friendliness. You should definitely visit the legendary Bran Castle, the main thing is to visit this place at night.

Valeria: A trip to Romania will delight history lovers: various medieval architectural monuments have been preserved here, which give the country a fabulous atmosphere. The city of Brasov, which is famous for the castle of Count Dracula, gave special emotions. The City History Museum is interesting for exhibits and exhibitions. In Bucharest, at an affordable price, you can order an interesting tourist route together with a Russian-speaking guide.

Mysterious Romania is known all over the world for Transylvania and Count Dracula, who was the hero of many films. However, we must not forget about other features of this country: wonderful sea and ski resorts and mineral springs, thanks to which the Carpathian balneological recreation areas are always filled with tourists.

Video review: resorts in Romania

Located in Eastern Europe and one of the countries that were once behind the "Iron Curtain", Romania is not as interesting for tourists as many other countries of the European Union. Nevertheless, in recent years, their number has been steadily growing, and the number of people wishing to visit this country is a total of 9.3 million tourists from all over the world per year. Given its geography and geopolitical past, the country has a lot to offer, both in terms of cultural heritage and in terms of the diversity of natural landscapes.

It is a mixture of East and West, and the mixture can be found in everything from architectural style to national cuisine and local customs. Transylvania, the land of the mythical Dracula, is also part of Romania, so you are sure to have a lot of experiences. Here are 10 tourist attractions in Romania you won't want to miss.

10. Bucharest and the Palace of Parliament

If you come to Romania as a tourist, chances are that your first stop will be the country's capital, Bucharest. As the sixth largest city in the EU with 555 years of history, Bucharest has a lot to offer its guests. However, the capital of Romania is not quite suitable for tourists. It's not that the city is dangerous, or for any other reason, it's all about public transport and the availability of tourist information, in this regard the city needs some improvement. However, the inconvenience of Bucharest is offset by the hidden treasures waiting to be discovered.

In the late 17th and early 18th centuries, Romania developed its own architectural style known as the Brancovenesc style, which was then refined in the late 19th century. Buildings in this style can be found throughout the city center, but most of all in some areas such as Cotroceni or Dorobanti. In terms of nightlife, the Old Town is one of the busiest areas in the entire EU.

One of the impressive features immediately noticed by all who visit Bucharest for the first time is the Palace of the Parliament. This building, commissioned by dictator Nicolae Ceausescu during the communist era, dominates the urban landscape for miles around. In the 1980s, more than a fifth of the historic city was demolished to make way for grand boulevards and Soviet-style residential buildings. An entire area was also razed to the ground in order to build the Palace of Parliament, which is the largest administrative building in the world and the heaviest structure ever built. With over 1,100 rooms, the Palace is a wonderful example of megalomania that you can visit.

9. Peles Castle

Laid down in 1873 by order of King Charles I of Romania and completed ten years later, the Peles Castle is considered one of the most beautiful in all of Europe. Built in the style of German New Renaissance architecture, Peles is located at the foot of the Bucegi Mountains, in the picturesque town of Sinaia, which is also a popular tourist and ski resort. The castle functioned as a summer residence for the royal family from the time of its construction until 1947. The interior of its 160 rooms is as mesmerizing as the exterior of the palace - each room has its own décor and theme. The armory contains over 4000 pieces of weapons from Europe and Asia, and the castle's cinema is considered the first place where a movie was shown for the first time in Romania.

On the same territory, a second castle was built for Charles' successor, King Ferdinand. Known as Pelisor, this smaller version of the castle is as striking as its larger counterpart, especially in terms of interior decoration. For example, in the Golden Room, the walls and furniture are covered with precious metal. After the end of World War II and the coming to power of the Communists, both castles were confiscated and the royal family was expelled from the country. The dictator Nicolae Ceausescu tried to turn Peles into a protocol residence, but thanks to the caretakers this never happened. They are said to have told him that the castle had a mold problem that could pose a serious health hazard to those living inside. In any case, Peles was closed to the public from 1975 to 1990, after which it was reopened as a museum.

8. Danube Delta

On the southeastern edge of Romania, where the Danube River meets the Black Sea, lies the second largest wetland in Europe, known as the Danube Delta. Second in area only to the Volga delta in Russia, this area has a total area of ​​1,994 square kilometers. It remains one of the continent's most pristine spots and an important pit stop for many migratory birds from Africa and Europe. The Danube Delta is also home to the world's largest pelican colony, as well as 300 other bird species and 45 freshwater fish species.

Accessible today only by boat, about 5,000 years ago the delta swamps and many lagoons did not exist yet. Then this area was nothing more than a gulf of the Black Sea. But over the centuries, silt has accumulated steadily at the mouth of the Danube, slowly expanding the delta to its present shape. Even to this day, the area of ​​the bogs is increasing by about 40 meters every year. But despite the constantly changing landscape, people have lived here for many centuries. Still relying on what the delta has to offer them, the locals haven't changed their way of life. They still build reed houses and you can still see them in small wooden boats with a fishing rod in hand.

7. Old Wine Route

Given its geographical location, Romania has a very long history of wine production. Both archaeological and historical evidence show that vineyards in the region have been growing for at least 2,700 years. Some historians even say that the Greek god of wine, Dionysus, and his Roman counterpart, Bacchus, were the prototypes of the Thracian and Dacian god Sabazios. To this day, Romania is the 13th largest wine producer in the world and the 6th largest in the EU.

Only a relatively small region in the center of the country, due to its high altitude, is not suitable for wine production. However, there are over 250 wine cellars throughout the country that can be visited all year round. However, the best time for this is from April to October. The Old Wine Route runs along the southern and southeastern sides of the Carpathian Mountains, past numerous vineyards, estates, monasteries, wine museums and other historical sites. But this is by no means the only place where you can drain a large glass of wine, as wine tasting is a must for every tourist (who can enjoy the advantage of their age) when visiting Romania.

6. Mountain Dacian fortresses

The best way to get to know Romania's ancient past is to climb high into the mountains. Sarmizegetusa Regia was the capital of the Dacians who inhabited the area during the Roman Empire. Built around the 1st century BC, this fortress, along with five others in the area, acted as the seat of the Dacian Kingdom as well as a unique defensive system that was used in the wars against the Romans. The main fortress is also the largest and consists of three parts: the defensive structure itself, the civil quarters and the sanctuary. This sacred site was built on two terraces and was dedicated to local deities. The Grand Sanctuary is a circular structure, somewhat reminiscent of Stonehenge, and it served as both a place for performing rituals and an astronomical calendar.

Today, despite the fact that all six fortresses have become nothing more than ruins, each of them is unique in its own way, either by its purpose or by its inaccessible location. Legend also says that somewhere in these mountains, the last Dacian king buried a huge treasure. Before the arrival of the Romans, he temporarily diverted the river from its usual course and hid the treasure at the bottom. But before you dare to find the treasure, know that the legend also speaks of a curse. Anyone who goes in search of a hidden treasure will be bitten by a poisonous snake and die.

5. City of Sighisoara

In the heart of Transylvania lies the city of Sighisoara. Although a settlement existed in the area since Roman times, the city as we know it today was founded by the Transylvanian Saxons in the 13th century. The economic power of Sighisoara, which grew during the 14th and 15th centuries, ensured the city's survival for centuries as one of the "seven strongholds of the Saxons". And although Sighisoara was neither the richest nor the largest of the seven, it has recently become the most popular. Today the city is famous for its striking architecture, cobbled alleys, steep staircases, numerous defensive towers and turrets, medieval churches and the most important citadel.

Only nine of the fourteen originally built towers have survived the test of time. Each of them was built and maintained by one of the artisan guilds located in the city. Another interesting fact about this is that this is the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler, the infamous ruler of Wallachia and the prototype of Count Dracula from the work of Bram Stoker. The house in which he lived until the age of six or seven still exists and can be visited.

4. Danube gorges

Nowhere along its 2,864-kilometer length is the Danube River more impressive and mesmerizing than where it passes through the Carpathians. Forming a natural border between Romania and Serbia, the gorges, also known as the Danube Cauldrons, sometimes give the impression that the water is boiling here. But even if this is not the case, the narrowing in this place of the mighty river from time to time creates certain problems for navigation. However, it is the largest and oldest river canyon in Europe.

In addition to a boat cruise on the Danube, you can climb the surrounding mountains and enjoy the breathtaking views from them. You can also explore the many caves found here, which in ancient times were used either as safe havens or as berths for boats sailing up and down the river. And as proof that this place is steeped in history, there is an ancient plaque on the Serbian coast, commissioned by the Roman Emperor Trajan to commemorate the construction of the bridge used by the Roman legions to invade Dacia. And on the Romanian coast, right in the rock, a stone face 55 meters high is carved, depicting the last Dacian king. This is the largest statue of its kind in Europe.

3. Monasteries of Bukovina

The northeastern region of Romania is proud of its many monasteries. Built in the 15th and 16th centuries, these medieval churches are unique in Europe and are famous for their outdoor frescoes. These monasteries, built in a combination of Gothic and Byzantine architectural styles, including their own unique elements, are an immortal cultural heritage of the world. Each of the 40 monasteries and churches is said to have been commissioned by Emperor Stefan cel Mare and his successor Petru Rares after various victories in battles against Tatar invaders from the east.

Most of them also acted as fortifications against marauders, protecting both humans and ancient manuscripts. Eight of the monasteries are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Apart from their architecture, these monasteries also stand out for their unique paints used for wall paintings. Since then, the original recipes have been lost, and they cannot be recreated even using modern technology. However, according to chemical analysis, traces of the traditional Romanian plum brandy were found both in the plaster and in the paints themselves.

2. Turda gorge and salt mine

Back in the days of the dinosaurs, much of modern Romania was part of the ancient seabed. Because of this, some regions are rich in salt deposits, such as Central Transylvania. Here is the Turda gorge and the Salt Mine. The outer gorges offer breathtaking views of narrow vertical cliffs, waterfalls, caves, dense forests, sunny meadows and picturesque villages. It is home to over 1000 species of plants and animals, many of which are endangered. The area is a favorite hiking destination with over 250 climbing trails of varying difficulty.

The dungeon affects no less terrestrial landscape. Since the time of the Romans, salt deposits have been constantly exploited. Today they are open to the public and offer their visitors to descend to incredible depths. Billowing galleries that fit the descriptions found in Tolkien's books are now illuminated to make them mesmerizing. Inside you will find a variety of activities that you can indulge in, such as mini golf, tennis, bowling, football or swimming. There is also a large Ferris wheel that takes visitors close to the top of the mine to see many stalactites up close. One of the many galleries also has a huge underground lake, where you can take a relaxing boat ride.

1. Dracula's castle

Bran Castle owes much of its fame to the myth created around Bram Stoker's Dracula. Perched on a 60 m high rock, this castle was built by the Transylvanian Saxons in the 15th century on the site of the former fortress of the Teutonic Order of the 1100s. And although Stoker never visited Transylvania, he imagined Dracula's castle based on descriptions of this particular fortress. And since this place is associated with vampires sucking blood, it should be visited. Curiously, there is also a connection between the castle and the notorious Vlad the Impaler, the ruler of Wallachia.

Bran Castle is located right at the entrance to the mountain pass that connects the historical regions of Transylvania and Wallachia. Back in the Middle Ages, it played the role of customs, imposing high duties on Romanians who wanted to do business with the then Saxon city of Brasov. This led to the fact that the relationship between Vlad the Impaler and the lords of Bran became tense, to put it mildly. It is not known whether the Wallachian ruler ever captured the castle, but here he was imprisoned for two months after he was taken prisoner by the Hungarian king in 1462.

Those who visit this mythical castle should consider visiting other medieval towns and fortresses in the region, including the city of Brasov. The pass at the base of Bran Castle should not be ignored either. There are several caves here that were regularly used by both criminals and prehistoric animals such as the extinct cave bears. The neighboring village of Pestera (cave) offers a truly amazing view of both the majestic Carpathian mountains and the life of people in those days when "vampires" still roamed this land.

Did you know that Romania is called the most mysterious country in Europe? And not only because here are the castles of the vampires who glorified her all over the world. Today we will tell you about this amazing and so different country.

In the beginning, it must be said that Romania- a state located in the north of the Balkan Peninsula in the southeastern part of the European continent. From the southeast, it is washed by the waters of the Black Sea. The central and northern and western parts of the country are mountains. The Lower Danube Plain is located in the south. The main river artery of Romania is the Danube.

Perhaps, you should start your vacation in Romania from the capital of the country - Bucharest. By the way, translated from Romanian this word means “joy”. Although, if we recall the recent past of this country associated with the reign of Nicolae Ceausescu, there was little joy for the local population: in 1980, an order was given to demolish almost half of all historical buildings, to destroy monasteries, churches, thousands of houses ... Instead, an artificial hill was erected, with the House of the People on it. This entire building was of such a scale that it even got into the Guinness Book of Records as the second largest administrative building in the world, second only to the Pentagon. It even has eight underground floors, and there are so many halls that it's easy to get lost. Now the building houses the Palace of Parliament, a ticket to visit this place costs about ten euros, for this amount you can also buy a tour. Several surviving old quarters start from the main city avenue "Calea Victorie", you can safely turn into any lane and look at the beautiful century-old houses, go to antique shops and old restaurants. When you decide to have a bite to eat, go to the wonderful complex "Manucs Inn" - a building that serves as a hotel and restaurant, was built in the nineteenth century, its interior completely preserved entourage as if pulls anyone who comes here from the present reality. Dishes in the restaurant serve only national cuisine, they will offer you: Romanian cutlets with hominy, they will offer to wash them down with a glass of local homemade wine or a glass of beer.

The history of Romania is long and full of various historical events: there were wars, and a heroic struggle for independence, and the famous "Ceausescu regime". But it will not be about that, but about what makes Romania exactly that mysterious European country? It would seem that this is the very center of progressive Eastern Europe, and while traveling around the country, you come across godforsaken villages, which the twenty-first did not even think to look into. You even wonder how such a miracle could preserve its authenticity today. A good example is the Romanian village of Biertan, located in Transylvania. It was built by Saxon settlers in the 12th century. This village has a fortified church, which was an integral part of all Saxon settlements. Why fortified? After all, it was built with the expectation that it would have to withstand the almost continuous Turkish raids that took place in those days. The defensive systems of such churches had bastions and towers that served as fortifications of three defensive walls. Locals fled to the church at signs of attack to wait out long periods of siege there. The feeling that time has stood still takes possession of you here completely and irrevocably: sleepy streets, modestly dressed in a rustic way by a few local residents.

Surprisingly, half of the Romanian population lives in villages, which is why, having driven through such places, you can better understand the traditions of this country, carefully preserved in the rural outback. Of course, villages can be different, somewhere, as in the above-mentioned Biertan, antiquity reigns, and somewhere it is organically combined with the comfort of modernity. For example, comfortable villas can coexist with peasant houses, where barns and cattle stalls are built in the courtyard, and modern highways alternate with squalid country roads, a luxury car can drive along the highway, and a peasant can plow the field on a horse team. As we said before, Romania is so different! All Romanian villages are very picturesque, mainly located in the valleys or on the shores of the Black Sea, high in mountainous areas and on the green slopes of mountains, abundantly covered with vineyards. Any Romanian village has its own history, centuries-old traditions inherent in this particular place of crafts, local holidays, its own songs and national clothes. Local people are very hospitable and welcoming, they are always glad to any traveler.

Continue your interesting vacation in mysterious Romania in Transylvania, namely in its very heart - the majestic Carpathians, with dark dense forests, where you involuntarily begin to remember the national Romanian tales and legends about the "Strigoi" or vampires living here. All travelers must go to the city of Brasov - a beautiful, medieval city, which, on a cloudy day or when dusk approaches, with its Gothic outlines makes the imagination of impressionable and nervous people play out. On a sunny day, he seems sweet and friendly, resembling Austrian Salzburg in appearance. In Brasov, be sure to go to the old church of St. Bartholomew, built in 1223, as well as the Black Church, which is really black, from soot after a grandiose fire that happened here. From Brasov, taking a regular bus that leaves every half hour, tourists go to the gloomy Bran Castle, popularly known as "Dracula's Castle". This castle was built at the end of the 14th century to carry out the functions of protection, in other words, it was a fortress. Further, the castle was donated to Queen Mary of Romania. You ask, how is the city of Vlad Tepes connected with it? (this is not a mistake - it is Tepes, not Tepes, as our compatriots say) If we pay tribute to historical justice, then Count Dracula spent two months in prison here, but that's all ... Bran firmly linked Francis Ford Coppola with his name, who filmed here is the famous film "Dracula". And if you have a desire to visit the real places of "Dracula's habitat", then you will have to go to Sighisoara. It is a small but absolutely charming town with beautiful colorful houses and a city clock tower. On one of the streets of the city there is a house in which Vlad Tepesh was born in 1431. And although his family did not live here for long, this was quite enough for the city to be included in the list of routes for tourists associated with the mysterious and mystical man of Romania. But the city of Sighisoaru is remarkable and interesting in itself: medieval buildings have been preserved here in their original form, and the atmosphere of the town is so wonderful and soothing that it is called “the pearl of Transylvania”.

It should be noted that holidays in Romanian Transylvania are also excellent ski resorts. Poiana Brasov, the most respectable ski resort in Romania, is located just twelve kilometers from Brasov. It is located at an altitude of 1030 meters above sea level and is surrounded by a dense coniferous forest. Locals have started to visit this place with the aim of skiing since the nineteenth century. Today there are a dozen slopes of varying degrees of difficulty, excellent and reliable lifts will take you upstairs, there are also sports equipment rental points, a school for beginner skiers, and of course comfortable hotels. It was not in vain that we said about the school for beginners, because it is the beginners who try to come here, since the Romanian mountain slopes are not as steep and extreme as in the Alps. The skiing season here begins in December and ends in March. A little further from Brasov, Predeal is located, the slopes of which are very fond of novice snowboarders. At all Romanian ski resorts, they serve tasty and hearty dishes of national cuisine. In the restaurant, tired skiers will be offered fragrant tripe, trout on needles, carp hodgepodge, delicious cabbage rolls, they will offer all this to drink with excellent wine, and for connoisseurs of stronger drinks, they will bring a Romanian drink, palinka, with a strength of 55 degrees.

Holidays in Romania can also take place at the balneological resort, which operate all year round. Here mineral water with the purest Carpathian air enriched with ozone works wonders. The Slanic-Moldova resort, located in the valley of the river of the same name, is proud of its twenty mineral springs, which have no analogue anywhere in the world. Here they specialize in the treatment of diseases of the digestive tract, bronchitis and asthma. The next famous resort in Romania is Covasna, where they specialize in the treatment of heart diseases, hypertension, neuroses. In the Eastern Carpathians, the Sovat resort is located, where treatment takes place not only with the help of water, but also with the help of mud from Lake Negru. In this place there is a famous salt mine, it is curative, everything is equipped here, there are playgrounds for children, there is even a church for believers. The "underground" cave-clinic accepts up to three thousand people a day.

You can spend your summer vacation on the Black Sea beaches of Romania. They are wide and sandy, with a gentle entrance to the sea, which is great for children. The sand here is always velvety, golden in color, very clean and fine. The bottom is smooth, even and without breaks. The widest beaches are in Mangalia and Techirghiola. The sea is very calm everywhere, there are no strong ebb and flow. Prices for tours with holidays on the coast are low, due to the fact that Romanian resorts are not yet a popular destination.

As you can imagine, a vacation in Romania can be year-round, multifaceted and very eventful. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you visit this wonderful and mysterious part of Europe.