Brasov Tip
by Varvarino
Although this is supposed to be about Brasov, I prefer Sinaia to Brasov. Brasov is more of a...people place. I mean, it's a city and all. It has lots of tourist places to visit. And, if you're a person, it's probably a wonderful city. But for us squirrels, Sinaia is really much nicer: lots and lots of dense forest and space to play. It is hard not to like it here. Maybe someday they will even let us inside Peles Castle. (Right now, we can only sneak into the basement where it is dark and dirty and full of dust. If we try to visit the nice rooms, they always chase us out!)
(Thank you lovey for taking my picture.)
Poiana Brasov
by Aurorae
Poiana Brasov is a very famous Transylvanian ski resort, it offers great facilities, wonderful nature and a lot of fun! And not to mention the food... Yummy!!
You can have the best skiing in ROmania in Poiana Brasov.
Bucharest: a capital offense
by midnight_mike
The irony about my love for Romania is that I hate its capital with a passion. Bucharest was a charming city prior to the communist takeover. Like Paris, it had many beautiful churches and distinctive neighborhoods. Then, dictator Nicolae Ceauºescu embarked on many disastrous building projects. His biggest architectural mistake was the Palace of the Parliament, also known as the House of the People. It is one of the largest buildings in the world. Unfortunately, many historic buildings were torn down to make room for it.
If driving into Bucharest from the north, you will almost certainly pass by the Arcul de Triumf. This imitation of Arc de Triomphe in Paris was built in 1935. There are also many beautiful and historic churches still left in the city.
Bucharest is a dirty city, filled with dust and polution. It is also the seat of corruption... I meant government... in Romania. Hop in an unlicensed taxi and you might pay four times the normal rate. At Otopeni Airport, you will likely pay a king's ransom to get into the city. This is because the only taxi drivers allowed to wait at the "arrivals" terminal are the ones who pay bribes. There are some things to see in Bucharest, but I would advise travelers to avoid this city. There are so many other things to see in Romania.
The best French cuisine in Brasov
by Chrystalain about Blue Corner
The food is excellent with big portions, great service with a soft ambiance.
Do not hesitate to ask for wine advise. Alexandru stayed 3 years in France and is known as one of the best wine taster (sommelier) in Romania!
Nice little restaurant, but difficult to find. Medallion of porc with camambert and cranberry sauce... hummmm!
Cyber Cafe - Internet and Coffee Shop
by HORSCHECK
If you plan to go online during your stay in Brasov, I can highly recommend the Cyber Cafe - Internet and Coffee Shop.
It has quick internet connections and all other other related facilities like printer and CD/DVD burner. Drinks are available as well.
The lady in charge is very friendly and speaks excellent English. Half an hour internet sets you back 1,20 RON, an hour costs 2,40 RON (about 0,75 Euro, 2007).
Opening times on weekdays are from 11:00 h to 22:00 h and on weekends from 12:30 h to 21:00 h
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Bran Castle, Romania
Catherine's Gate, Brasov
The Bran Castle
