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Today, the main religion of Romania is the Romanian Orthodox Church, with 81% of the country identifying as such. Romania itself, however, is a secular state without any official religion. Romania is considered to be one of the most religious countries in the European Union, with the overwhelming majority identifying as Christian (a total of…

Did you know that Romanian is actually a Romance language? Yes, it is a language based from Latin and is quite similar to Spanish, French, Italian and Portuguese. It is the only Romance language spoken in Eastern Europe and is spoken not only in Romania but is also an official language in Moldova and parts…

In the southwest of the county Caras Severin, at a junction of parallel 45, there is a city that keeps a glorious past behind. Although today there are very few who have heard from him, in the past centuries Oravita was one of the important cultural and industrial centers in the west of the country. …

It’s time for you to relax and go on a journey, but you don’t know what destination to choose. What about Iasi? Iasi is the oldest city in Romania and, from a cultural, economic and political point of view, is the most important in Moldova. Once you get there, you will follow in the footsteps…

Are you looking for that kind of quiet vacation that makes you forget the fast-paced city noise and chaos? Would you love a hideout from the hurried civilization and reconnect with nature to recharge your batteries? Romania provides an easy solution to your needs with its magnificent mountain landscapes and the many villages distributed along…

Budget-friendly trips during the winter have become a tradition in many households and while Romania’s popularity as a travel destination increases, many tourists choose to spend their winter break in this country full of surprises. The activities to choose from are many and varied and sure to fit any taste and disposition. Here are 4…

“Vienna of the East”, “The heart of Banat”, “The town of Bega”, “The city of flowers” are just a few of the names that inhabitants and tourists used to describe Timisoara, a beautiful city loved by all the visitors. It is an atypical city for Romania, but in a nice way, not being littered with…

To exist, we need more than shelter and food. We have to feed our mind from the eternal spring of knowledge, to rest in a silent place and think about our destiny in the world. We all have looked for such a place…Maybe we haven’t looked for it in the right place… Turda Salt Mine…

The “Magic Summer” International Festival is considered a significant landmark for classical music in Europe. Its 8th edition will take place from 10th of July to 21st of August 2019 at the Romanian Athenaeum. This year, the event is dedicated to the 560 years of documentary attestation of Bucharest and 360 years since it became the…

A vibrant city, full of amazing landmarks and exciting things to do, Bucharest is one of the most beautiful European capitals. Its museums host various collections and the old city centre is a “must see” place for anyone visiting the capital of Romania. Discover the tourist attraction that should be on every traveller’s Bucharest sightseeing…

Have you considered visiting Romania? One thing is certain: this country has many beautiful places not to be missed. Whether you want to spend a week or just a couple of days, you will have a great holiday. Special tours are laid on for visitors and you can pack a lot of sightseeing into your trip to…

The castle is built on the royal domain of Sinaia, land acquired by Prince Carol in 1872 after he fell in love with the magnificent mountain scenery in the area. The construction began in August 1873 and was funded both from the private accounts of the prince and from public funds. The castle’s plans were…

Transfagarasan is the road situated at the highest altitude in Romania, climbing up to 2042 m. Located on National Road 7C, crosses the highest mountain range in our country, Fagaras Mountains and links Transylvania to Muntenia. The Poenari Citadel The Poenari Fortress, one of the most mysterious and interesting places in Romania, placed in a…

Vibrant and attracted by sights worth visiting, Bucharest is one of the most beautiful European capitals. This urban center invites you to be captivated by the rich collections of museums or the mood of magic and the charm that dominates the Historic Center. Today, I will present to you some of the tourist attractions! Parliament…

Summer, warm, beautiful and good! These are the words that inevitably come to your mind when you think about the vacation you want to schedule to disconnect from a very demanding daily newspaper. Bucharest The Revolution Square is a market in Bucharest, located in Sector 1, traditionally named Palace Square until the Romanian Revolution of…

Sibiu is full of tourist attractions and places to visit, most of which are concentrated in the historical center of the city and around it. So you do not need any means of transport, but you can walk all the way down and breathe the medieval air that will envelop you after the first steps.…

Transylvania is so beautiful that it’s almost hard to tell what place most impressed you. It is located in the center of the country and is the largest region in Romania, including ten counties. Transylvania has a rich history, this area being inhabited ever since Antiquity. Over time, this territory belonged to several empires such…

The Bucovina Historical Region (“Buchenland”, “the Begonia Country”), which became the Duchy of Bucovina in the Austro-Hungarian Empire, comprises a territory covering today the area adjacent to the cities of Suceava, Campulung Moldovenesc, Radauti, Siret and Vicovu de Sus from Romania, as well and Chernivtsi and Storojinit of Ukraine. The historical territory, precisely defined, is…

A town with a special position and an old history, Brasov, called “The Town Under Tampa”, has a feel of stories, with its colorful houses, turrets and roofed rooftops of tile. Old and picturesque Brasov can be found “on foot” taking it on its cobbled streets, most of its attractions being concentrated in the historic…