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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
12 routes for 12 months full of discoveries in Attractive Romania
Romania is a land full of hidden treasures, with every corner of the country holding its own story to tell. Each month of the year challenges you to explore a different facet of our fascinating homeland: from mysterious medieval castles to traditional villages where time seems to have stood still.Plan your vacations and stops now to rediscover Romania! It will be a year full of exploration, where every month brings you a new destination, a new story, and a new adventure.JANUARY ⛪ Route of mona
Every step in Dâmbovița County tells a story
Each county of Romania is unique through its local history and legends, as well as through the traditions preserved from long ago.We invite you to visit all the counties included in Attractive Romania, and for the experience to be complete, we present the stories and customs of each area, so that your trip is unforgettable!Our journey also passes through Dâmbovița County, where you will meet a special objective, framed on the route of castles. It is the Ion Ghica Mansion, whose rooms full of
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5 Fortified Churches in Transylvania to Visit This Fall
The Route of Fortified Churches takes us through the villages where the Romanian, Saxon, and Hungarian communities of Transylvania lived together in harmony. As you get to know them better—or visit more of them—you gain a deeper understanding of what they have in common, what sets them apart, the role they played in our history, and how they shaped our past.These churches rise majestically on hilltops or in village centers, not only as architectural structures but as symbols of a common solida
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Every step in Harghita County tells a story
Each county of Romania is unique through its local history and legends, as well as through the traditions preserved from long ago.We invite you to visit all the counties included in Attractive Romania, and for the experience to be complete, we present the stories and customs of each area, so that your trip is unforgettable! This time we make a stop in Harghita County. Here you can find no less than 16 objectives included in the route of Saint Ladislaus, castles, curias, Roman castra, fortres
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5 surprising things you didn’t know about the Transylvanian curias that will make you want to visit them
The Transylvanian Curias Route takes us on a journey through the estates of the Hungarian nobility, where imposing buildings, sumptuous gardens, farms, and stables transport us back in time, evoking stories of forgotten history and of the people who contributed to its creation. The glory days of these buildings coincided with a period of political and cultural renaissance, reshaping the destiny of Transylvania.Along this journey, a multitude of curiosities are revealed, and we hope that some of
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