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GIVEAWAY: Win a themed package to celebrate the anniversary of Attractive Romania
Dear explorers, with the occasion of the 1 year anniversary of the Attractive Romania program and National Peony Day, we are organizing a special giveaway on the official social media pages: Facebook and Instagram.Anyone can be one of the 3 winners of thematic packages inspired by the beauties of our country and the tenderness of Romanian peonies.What can you win?🎒 Attractive Romania travel kit: backpack and thermos🗺️ Scratch-off map with locations visited in Romania🌹 Romanian peony esse
Double Celebration: 🇷🇴 1 year since the launch of the Attractive Romania program and 🌺 National Peony Day
Today, May 15th, is a special day for us: it marks 1 year since the Attractive Romania program came to life. We also celebrate National Peony Day – the peony being both Romania’s national flower and a symbol of our cultural tourism program.It has been a year full of legendary journeys to hidden treasures: mysterious castles, forgotten fortresses, ancient churches and monasteries, soulful villages, rich gastronomy, and breathtaking landscapes. A year in which we’ve rediscovered who we are, what
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4 Places in Romania Where You Can Enjoy the Spectacle of Blooming Peonies
Who doesn’t love peonies? From the very beginning, the Attractive Romania program has had a deep attachment to this delicate and fleeting flower. It was chosen by our creative team to be part of the project’s logo, and its elegance has been reflected not only in our promotional materials but also in the events we organized. It has become a recurring symbol throughout our efforts to promote lesser-known destinations and landmarks across the country.Since May 15th is officially dedicated to the R
Sweet Stories Come to Life for Easter, on the Roads of Attractive Romania
On the roads of Attractive Romania, stories are written not only through steps and landscapes, but also through flavors that linger long after the journey ends. Whether you're climbing into the Land of Stone, passing through the sweet lands of Covasna, or descending along the Danube, each region leaves its mark on the plate with desserts that tell centuries-old tales. And with Easter just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to be inspired by traditional flavors and bring into our homes reci
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Celebrate a Meaningful Easter with Family Adventures Across Attractive Romania
"No journey is made without a purpose. Even walks—innocent as they may be—carry with them a sense of renewal or restoration, a search for peace or a rediscovery of one’s rhythm of thought. Pilgrimages are not just simple walks. They bear the mark of peace. Of discovery. Of the joy of shared experience and of the beauty that unites us."The quote above belongs to Father Constantin Necula and we hope it inspires you to spend a different kind of Easter—marked by introspection and discovery—along th
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From Museums to Real Life: Tracing Traditional Houses in România Atractivă
Romania is full of traditional architecture open-air museums that help us not only to better imagine how our ancestors lived, but also to understand the many extraordinary innovations that shaped the world as we know it. We explored the traditional houses from the Banat Village Museum, the ASTRA Museum of Traditional Folk Civilization in Sibiu, and the Fishermen's Village Museum in Tulcea, and we followed the routes of România Atractivă to discover their real-life counterparts — still standing t
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Must-Visit Attractions Within an Hour of Sibiu on the România Atractivă Routes
Wherever you are in Romania, you’re surrounded—sometimes without even realizing it—by a wealth of lesser-known tourist attractions that reveal the deep and fascinating roots of our nation. If you're in Sibiu or planning a getaway there, we've put together a list of 14 must-see sites from the România Atractivă routes, all within an hour’s drive from the city.Don't forget: no matter where you are, you can explore nearby attractions using the "map" feature in our app. Have fun discovering!The Eni
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Roll camera! Three places from Attractive Romania that you can see in feature films
Some places have a unique charm – an atmosphere that takes you to another era, walls that tell stories, and landscapes that instantly immerse you in a cinematic world. Romania, with its rich heritage and the unaltered authenticity of historical monuments, has always been a source of inspiration for filmmakers.On the Attractive Romania platform you will discover three such places, that not only impress tourists but have also captivated the big screen, serving as filming locations for both Roman
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6 Truly Surprising Recipes to Discover in Attractive Romania
The Traditional Romanian Gastronomy Route from Attractive Romania is a true inspiration for food and cooking enthusiasts. Along the route, you can discover unique recipes influenced by the various ethnic groups who have coexisted in these lands over the past centuries. The six dishes we've gathered below might resemble recipes you already know, but each has a “surprise element” that makes it stand out.Those who welcomed us in documenting this route and shared these recipes did so not only to s
Spring is coming, bringing events all across the country!
Spring doesn't just bring snowdrops, sunshine, and longer days—it also comes with events that add color to the start of March. We've selected a few great reasons for you to step outside and explore Romania Atractivă.Alongside the tourist attractions from the 12 cultural routes, you can also discover fairs with authentic mărțișoare and handmade crafts, rural experiences, local delicacies, and concerts with a medieval touch. Let’s go!✦ "Spring Traditions - Celebrate Romanian", 2025 editionFebr
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5 surprising things you didn’t know about kulas
The route of the cules takes us on a fascinating journey through the history of the Wallachian boyars, where the tranquility of rural life intertwined with the constant threat of invasions. We return to the 17th and 18th centuries, when these impressive buildings, on the border between home and fortress, became true symbols of resistance.From the thick stone walls that sheltered the boyar families in times of peace, to the ramparts that turned into shooting holes in the face of attackers, each
5 surprising things you didn’t know about castles
The Castle Route takes us on a legendary journey in the footsteps of knights, through Romania's castles! We travel back to the era of kings, knights, and great battles, in an expedition filled with history and mystery. Together, we pass through halls where the echoes of grand balls still linger, and where royal splendor meets the harsh shadows of long-lost times.From mysterious ruins to fortifications transformed and restored over centuries, every wall tells the story of a lesser-known European
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