Are you thinking about visiting Eastern Europe? Why not Romania?
Located in
South-Eastern Europe, Romania features splendid mountains, beautiful
rolling hills, fertile plains, numerous rivers and lakes along with
character filled cities and medieval towns.
Bucharest, the capital
city of Romania, is a bustling metropolis and offers plenty to suit
all tastes. The Arch of Triumph, a major landmark, was built in 1922
to honour the Romanian soldiers who fought during the First World
War. Visitors can climb to the top of the structure for a panoramic
view of the city via the interior staircase. Not recommended for
those with a fear of heights!
If you’re into
architecture, you’ll love a walk down Calea Victoriei- Bucharest’s
oldest street, built in 1692. As you stroll along, you’ll see the
historical Revolution Square, the vast National History Museum with
over 60 valuable exhibitions, the CEC palace, and the magnificent art
nouveau Cantacuzino Palace. Bucharest is also home to some beautiful
parks, most notably Carol I Park, with its imposing mausoleum. If you
prefer to splash the cash, many high-end stores have made their home
in the Romanian market since the fall of Communism. However,
Bucharest has something to suit every budget; Blvd. Magheru,Piata
Romana and Piata Universitatii have a fantastic variety of shops.
No visit to Romaia
would be complete without a visit to Transylvania. The area is home
to some of the oldest and prettiest towns in Romania, particularly
Sighisoara
with its medieveal architecture, secret passageways and plethora
of unique shops. The main attraction in this region is Bran Castle,
the inspiration for Bram Stoker’s Dracula. The gothic fairy tale
like structure sits on the edge of a hill and is a breathtaking
sight.
The Carpathian mountain
landscape is full of exquisite beauty and mystery. The Oas –
Harghita range is the longest volcanic mountain chain in Europe and
creates a character filled landscape. The range is also home to the
only Crater Lake in Romania- Ana Lake. The National Parks protect
some of the largest remaining areas of pristine forest in Europe.
However, they are also home to a wide range of terrains allowing
visitors to experience the best of Romania. Travellers can trek
around glacial lakes, walk through serene alpine meadows covered with
scores of wild flowers, climb unique rock formations, explore the Buca
mud volcanoes and visit impressive caves.
For those seeking a
more relaxing holiday, the Black Sea resorts in Romania are seriously
worth considering. The 45 miles of fine sandy beaches are dotted with
fine hotels and resorts, many with fantastic sport and entertainment
facilities. If you feel like trying something a little different, the
Eforie Nord and Mangalia Spas are famous world wide for their
specialised mud baths! The mud is taken from the nearby hypersaline
lake waters and is said to help relieve arthritis.
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A Romanian Castle
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