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România Atractivă
19 August 2025

Travel Ideas #5: The Multicultural Heritage of Transylvania and Maramureș

This journey takes you back to old Romania, a place where Romanian traditions intertwine harmoniously with the cultural heritage of Hungarian and Székely communities. You’ll discover castles and noble manors, traditional villages, and crafts carefully preserved from generation to generation.Explore the cultural landmarks that connect Transylvania and Maramureș, featured along 7 tourist routes of Attractive Romania:• Saint Ladislaus route in Romania;• Route of fortified churches;• Route of tr

România Atractivă
13 August 2025

The Romanian Pie Tour – A Tasting Journey on the “Attractive Romania” Routes

On your journey through “Romania Attractivă” (Attractive Romania), some of the most flavorful discoveries will be found on the tables of the locals. Along the cultural and gastronomic routes of the “Romania Attractivă” program, you will find pies that tell stories – about culinary traditions and the joy of sharing. Each region leaves its mark on this seemingly simple recipe, one you might think can’t be given much personality – after all, a pie is a pie. But that’s far from the truth. From the d

România Atractivă
05 August 2025

Travel Ideas #4: In the Footsteps of Heritage through Oltenia, Banat, and the Apuseni Lands

For history enthusiasts, this journey into Romania's fascinating past is a true delight. Starting from Muntenia and continuing through Oltenia toward Transylvania, you'll discover not only imposing buildings but an entire historical legacy filled with stories and legends passed down through centuries.Along your route, you'll encounter cultural landmarks included in five of the Attractive Romania program's thematic trails:• Route of Fortresses• Route of Castles• Route of Kulas• Route of trad

România Atractivă
28 July 2025

9 Practical Tips for Being a Responsible Traveler on the Attractive Romania Routes

Responsible tourism isn’t just about avoiding littering or using eco-friendly transport. It’s about being consciously engaged with the places you visit, respecting local culture, and preserving natural and urban heritage without leaving a mark. While documenting the 12 cultural routes of the România Atractivă project, we had the chance to explore countless fascinating landmarks—and we learned a lot along the way. The tips we’ve gathered here will help you become a more mindful and responsible tr

România Atractivă
22 July 2025

Must-Visit Attractions, Just One Hour Away from Târgu-Mureș, on the Attractive Romania routes

If you're in Târgu Mureș and in the mood for a day trip, you're lucky: within just an hour’s drive, you'll find places that seem frozen in time. Castles with love stories, old churches hidden among the hills, mysterious Roman sites, and breathtaking landscapes, all part of the Attractive Romania routes. These places are not only worth visiting but they will make you wonder how you hadn’t discovered them sooner. Don’t miss the chance if you’re nearby!Ugron Castle in Zau de Câmpie – a Calendar C

România Atractivă
14 July 2025

Travel ideas #3: Following the footsteps of our ancestors in the heart of Transylvania

Full days, countless experiences, and places you’ll be delighted to discover along the way — that’s how we can describe this tour, which brings you face to face not only with the country’s history and beautiful places of worship but also with the delicious traditional dishes your hosts will proudly serve you.Set off to explore the cultural landmarks of Muntenia and Transylvania, featured on six of the routes in the Attractive Romania program:• Route of fortresses• Route of traditional Romania

România Atractivă
08 July 2025

Use the Attractive Romania platform to plan your next holiday in Romania!

România Atractivă is a platform made up of a website and a mobile app, designed to bring you closer to the hidden gems and lesser-known attractions of our country. Tens of thousands of users have already placed their trust in us and enjoyed meaningful vacations along the România Atractivă routes.Today, we’re focusing on the mobile app — because it’s not just a collection of high-quality, inspirational travel content, but also a truly useful tool for planning, navigating, and discovering throug

România Atractivă
01 July 2025

Travel Ideas #2: Castles, Villages, and Monasteries from Transylvania to the Heart of Bucovina

Discover a truly authentic Romania, brimming with cultural riches: from fortresses and castles steeped in history, still preserving the elegance of bygone eras, to traditional villages where picturesque houses tell the stories of local communities, and culinary stops that delight your senses with dishes prepared according to time-honored recipes.Let yourself be carried away by the cultural landmarks included in four of the Attractive Romania routes, each unique in its own way:• Route of tradit

România Atractivă
01 July 2025

What Cheeses We Discovered on the Attractive Romania Routes

So Many Flavors, Tastes, and Personalities in Our Country! From a foodie perspective, Romania still has much to be discovered. Each region offers unique dishes, crafted with care and perseverance, passed down through generations by the local people. This time, we set off on the Attractive Romania routes to discover as many types of cheese as possible—from sharp, flavorful mountain varieties to finer ones enriched with spices and surprising tastes—enjoyed on their own or used in delicious recipes

România Atractivă
27 June 2025

International Danube Day, Celebrated in Europe on June 29

On Sunday, June 29, we celebrate International Danube Day, a tribute to the river that connects ten countries and four European capitals. In Romania, the Danube can be explored through thematic routes that blend nature, history, and gastronomy. Within the "Attractive Romania" program, the Danube serves as the narrative thread for five cultural routes and numerous remarkable tourist attractions: from ancient and medieval fortresses to villages with vernacular architecture, gastronomic trails, and

România Atractivă
20 June 2025

Must-Visit Attractions, Just One Hour Away from Timișoara, on the Attractive Romania routes

Timișoara is a fascinating city offering countless attractions and cultural events to anyone who decides to visit. If you want to broaden your horizons and step beyond the well-known stories and popular routes, on România Atractivă you’ll find 4 perfect escape ideas, all less than an hour’s drive away. Whether you live in Timișoara or you’re just passing through, it’s worth seeing what you can discover in its surroundings, following the România Atractivă routes!A Feast of Cultures: Taste Your

România Atractivă
20 June 2025

The medieval festival season begins. Discover seven destinations nearby

This summer, Transylvania dons a coat of legendary armor. Medieval festivals transform cities into historical stages, and România Atractivă reveals seven fascinating destinations located right near the major events. After a spectacular joust and a chivalric dance, set off to explore forgotten fortresses, romantic castles, and villages with authentic Saxon charm. History and culture aren't just a show — they’re an invitation to discovery.[R9OB10 - Castru Roman - Parcul arheologic Calugareni MS (