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Parliament Palace (Casa Poporului)   Bucharest

Parliament Palace (Casa Poporului), Bucharest

 77 Reviews  It is the second largest administrative building after the Pentagon (in surface) and the third largest (in volume) after Cape Canaveral and the Great Pyramid in Egypt. It has 12 stories over ground... 

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Grand Square (Piata Mare)   Sibiu

Grand Square (Piata Mare), Sibiu

 3 Reviews  Council Tower (Turnul Sfatului) is a Sibiu landmark, connecting Piata Mare to the smaller Piata Mica (literally "Small Square"). You can climb the tower for panoramic views of the city center and... 

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Churches   Bucharest

Churches, Bucharest

 102 Reviews  The most numerous churches are orthodox, from the Wiki page I have counted 170 orthodox churches Then comes by religions: - 20 advent - 14 roman-catholic - 10 baptist - 10 Christian after... 

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Small Square (Piata Mica)   Sibiu

Small Square (Piata Mica), Sibiu

 1 Review  Together with Main Square and Huet Square, “Piata Mica”-The Little Square, is one of the central points of interests in Sibiu. They are linked by narrow streets and passages and are giving together... 

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Old Town area   Bucharest

Old Town area, Bucharest

 16 Reviews  Lipscani street and the Old Town is a fun and lively area of Bucharest. Fun artsy shops are tucked away into random corners and modern cafes in old buildings. Sadly many of the prettiest, older... 

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Liars Bridge (Podul Mincinosilor)   Sibiu

Liars Bridge (Podul Mincinosilor), Sibiu

 1 Review  One of the top of the "must see" list in Sibiu is Podul Mincinosilor-Liars Bridge, a bridge built from wood before 1771 and re-built in forged iron in 1859. It was second bridge of this type in... 

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Buildings of Bucharest   Bucharest

Buildings of Bucharest, Bucharest

 86 Reviews  The serious looking building that you can see in the photo is Bucharest’s Law Faculty which is part of the University of Bucharest. It was designed by architect Petre Antonescu in neoclassical style... 

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Council Tower   Sibiu

Council Tower, Sibiu

 1 Review  For a very nice view over the city, go and climb in the Council Tower, from the Piata Mica side. There will be around 5 floors and at every floor you can see paintings with Sibiu, made by local... 

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Palaces in Bucharest   Bucharest

Palaces in Bucharest, Bucharest

 36 Reviews  The Romanian Palatul Regal is by no means an old structure: it was first built by prince Dinicu Golescu only in 1815 and then underwent several changes including those in the 1930's after a damage... 

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Cismigiu Park   Bucharest

Cismigiu Park, Bucharest

 32 Reviews  It's smaller than Herastrau park, but is a lovely place for a walk, to relax a little. A lot of restaurants, and very beautiful during winter time. You also can take a look at Crețulescu Palace,... 

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Romanian Athenaeum   Bucharest

Romanian Athenaeum, Bucharest

 29 Reviews  This is Bucharest's most prestigious concert hall and one of the most beautiful buildings in the city. It was built in 1888 in neo-classical style after a design by the French architect Albert... 

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Museums   Bucharest

Museums, Bucharest

 51 Reviews  Impressive collections of minerals and quartz formations specific to the area are found here, including a well-presented geological structure of Romania. Open: Mon. - Sun. 10:00am - 4:00pm Admission... 

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Village Museum   Bucharest

Village Museum, Bucharest

 24 Reviews  The Village Museum borders Herastrau Park, but its entrance is on Soseaua Kiseleff. You cannot enter it from the park. Entrance is 6Ron. It is open on Mon 9-5, Tues to Sun 9-7. The museum contains... 

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The Triumphal Arch   Bucharest

The Triumphal Arch, Bucharest

 26 Reviews  Raised in 1922 to commemorate Romania's Great War dead, the original construction was of wood, replaced by the present, Petru Antonescu designed concrete structure in 1935. Standing 25 metres high,... 

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Herastrau Park   Bucharest

Herastrau Park, Bucharest

 20 Reviews  Herastrau Park is the largest park in Bucharest. It has a beautiful lake, nice quiet pathways and many trees. Since the 18th century it was a place for promenade and relaxation. In was modeled in the... 

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Squares   Bucharest

Squares, Bucharest

 33 Reviews  Revolution Square (previously Palace Square) is surrounded by important buildings: The palace, which is now an art gallery, and the library were built by Carol I. The communist headquarters building... 

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Opera House   Bucharest

Opera House, Bucharest

 11 Reviews  Bucharest’s Opera House is the main venue for seeing opera and ballet performances in Bucharest. Their annual season runs from October to June and tickets are usually dirt cheap. They tend to stick to... 

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Boulevards   Bucharest

Boulevards, Bucharest

 32 Reviews  Calea Victoriei is the oldest street of Bucharest - 1692 - it used to link the Old Princely Court (downtown) with Mogosoaia Palace (north of Bucharest). It was initially paved with oak beams. The... 

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Bucharest University   Bucharest

Bucharest University, Bucharest

 14 Reviews  The University of Bucharest was founded in 1864 by Alexandru Ioan Cuza, ruler of the newly united principalities of Walachia and Moldova. Work on the neoclassical building began in 1857 and finished... 

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Military Club   Bucharest

Military Club, Bucharest

 14 Reviews  The Military Club was build in 1912 on the site of the former Sarindar Monastery (the name witch is preserved in the name of the fontain directly in front of the building). This neoclassic... 

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Romanian Savings Bank   Bucharest

Romanian Savings Bank, Bucharest

 7 Reviews  This beautiful building, designed in the eclectic style by the French architect Paul Gottereau, was constructed between 1896-1900. It sits on the site of a former 16hr century monastery, St. John the... 

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National Theatre   Bucharest

National Theatre, Bucharest

 14 Reviews  The National Theatre was built in 1973, but its exterior was entirely reshaped in the 1980s. Inside there are three auditoriums: the Sala Mare is the largest one, the Sala Amfiteatru and the Sala... 

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Theatres   Bucharest

Theatres, Bucharest

 9 Reviews  Tandarica Theatre is the only theatre in Bucharest that has plays for kids only. My parents used to take me and my brother here at least 4 times a year to see different plays. I can imagine now how... 

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Manuc's Inn and Old Princely Court   Bucharest

Manuc's Inn and Old Princely Court, Bucharest

 8 Reviews  Across the street from Curtea Veche Church there is Hanul lui Manuc (Manuc’s Inn, at the end of Franceza Street), the only typical Turkish caravanserai which has survived in Bucharest with its... 

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Press House   Bucharest

Press House, Bucharest

 10 Reviews  This very impressive building stands at the entrance to the capital and was designed by Horia Maicu and completed in 1956. Not only is this the press convention but also houses the Bucharest Stock... 

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Brasov

by midnight_mike

Brasov in southeastern Transylvania is one of the more popular and accessible destinations for tourists in Romania. The city, which still has several structures from medieval times, rests on a depression surrounded by the Carpathians. There are dozens of restaurants, cafes and shops within blocks of Piata Sfatului, Brasov’s center. It has many similarities with Old Town Square in Prague, but on a smaller scale.From Brasov, it is easy to access other attractions such as Bran Castle, Sighisoara, Poiana Brasov and Sinaia.

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Bran, Poiana Brasov, Sinaia, etc.

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From Brasov, it is easy to access other attractions such as Bran Castle, Rasnov Castle, Poiana Brasov and Sinaia.Bran Castle (1378), which is about a 30-minute drive from Brasov, is one of the most recognized images in Romania, as it has been billed as “Dracula’s Castle.” There is no actual historical connection to Vlad Tepes, but it is worth visiting as it does have the appearance of the castle Stoker was describing in “Dracula.” For outdoor enthusiasts, Romania offers year-round activities. In the summer, the beaches of the Black Sea are filled with sunbathers, particularly in Constanta. Camping and hiking in the Carpathians are other options. During the winter months, skiers flock to the slopes of Sinaia and Poiana Brasov.

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Rasnov Castle

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Visitors to Bran Castle usually stop at Rasnov Castle afterward. Only minutes from Bran, this mountain-top fortress built in the 1300s is a medieval version of the Alamo in San Antonio, as it served as a last defense for generations of villagers.

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Peles Castle, Sinaia

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Sinaia, about an hour south of Brasov, is home to Peles Castle. The castle (pronounced Pelesh) was built in the late 19th century under the direction of King Carol I. Its design was influenced by the German Renaissance, but there are several themed rooms including a Turkish room, a French room and a Florentine room. There are frequent tours throughout the day. The gardens, combined with the panoramic view of the surrounding forests, are simply amazing. There is a smaller castle nearby, built in the same style. When you are there, you will also want to stop by the monastery. You will see it as you walk up the hill from the train station to Peles castle. Sinaia has many hotel and restaurant options. It is awfully quiet at night, so you might want to stay in Brasov.

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Sighisoara

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Sighisoara was the birthplace of Vlad Tepes. This walled city, which was built on a series of hills, has remained intact for the past 500 years. The architecture is a blend of Romanian, Hungarian and German styles. Tepes’ home, which is not much of a sight compared to neighboring structures, was turned into a restaurant honoring him.Sighisoara is about three hours away from Brasov by train.

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Poenari : the real Dracula's Castle

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When people visit Transylvania, they want to visit Dracula’s Castle. However, most visit Bran Castle not realizing that Vlad Tepes never lived there. The real-life Dracula had many castles, one of which still survives. Built in 1457 A.D., Poenari Castle sits atop a hill overlooking the Arges river passage. Tepes had a bird’s eye view of any enemy coming his way. It is north of Curtea de Arges, which is in the region of Walachia. How ironic that the real Dracula’s Castle is not even in Transylvania! The castle is in ruins, but there is still enough left to let your imagination run wild. This is where Tepes’ first wife jumped to her death instead of surrendering to the Turks. He escaped by riding away on a horse that had backward shoes, which confused his pursuers. Legend has it that the castle was built by wealthy princes and their families. Tepes invited them to a lavish dinner, then...

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The citadel at Deva

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The hilltop citadel of Deva is one of many abandoned fortifications throughout Romania. It was built in the 13th century A.D. and lies in ruins. To get to the top, you have to follow a path that winds up the hill. It is not paved and there are no railings. I advise wearing hiking boots. The climb is not that difficult, but it will take about 20 to 30 minutes. It is well worth the visit.Deva, which has a population of 100,000, was once a Dacian settlement. These were the people who the Romans conquered and eventually interbred with to create Romanians. Today, Deva is known as the home of Romanian gymnastics. It is directly west of Brasov and it takes about five hours to get there by train. However, Deva is a stop on the Budapest-Bucharest train line. The town has a couple reasonably priced hotels and some good restaurants.

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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...

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Putna Monastery

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Of all the monasteries in Romania's Moldavian region, none is more important than Putna. It was started by one of Romania's greatest heroes, Stephen Cel Mare (a k a, Stephen the great) in 1466. The cousin of Vlad Tepes, Stephen was a thorn in the side of the Ottoman Turks. One of his most famous strategies was poisoning the Turks' water supply. With many of their men and horses dead, the Turkish assault was immensely weakened. Each time Stephen Cel Mare went to battle with the Turks, he built a church. For as many churches as he built, Putna remained his favorite. This is evident by the fact that Stephen, his wife and family are buried in the church at Putna. In addition to the church and the monastery, there is a museum with many valuable manuscripts, tapestries and religious icons. A short distance from the monastery's grounds is a cave where Daniil Sihastru de la Voroneþ (a k a,...

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RASNOV CITADEL

by ThiagoRamos

On our way back to Brasov, we stopped at RASNOV CITADEL. After a long (really long!!!) walk up the hill there was the fortress. Unfortunately, all the informations about it were in romanian and the result is that I know almost nothing about the Citadel!!! If you have time left, as we had, Ok... go there. If not, don´t bother...

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