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Here you have the best things to do in Bucarest<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Chances are, your primary stops in Transylvania will be a couple of its major cities. Cluj-Napoca is the unofficial capital of Transylvania and is its largest city<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Other popular cities to visit in the region are Timi\u0219oara, Bra\u0219ov, and Sibiu. T\u00e2rgu Mure\u0219, Oradea, Sighi\u0219oara, and Baia Mare aren\u2019t as large or busy as the former but still have much to do and lots to discover.<\/p>\n\n\n The Transylvanian cities offer a unique amalgam of cultures, such as Hungarian, Saxon, Romanian, and Austrian. Each truly has its own personality. <\/p>\n\n\n\n So, you can choose the most appropriate for your tastes depending on your interests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hungarian and Saxon Landmarks, Botanical Garden, Matthias Corvinus House, Old Town, Hoia Forest, Ethnographic Museum, Festivals, College City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Check Out the Guided Walking Tour<\/a><\/strong>, one of the best-rated!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Houses with Eyes, Astra Museum Complex, Stair Passages, Brukenthal Fine Arts Museum, Climb the Council Tower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Visit Sibiu with a small guided tour<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bra\u0219ov Sign, Bran Castle, the Black Church, Black and White Towers, Bears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Check Out: Best Things to do in Brasov<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Memorial Museum of 1989 Revolution, Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral, Secessionist Architecture, Roses Park, Museum of the Communist Consumer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n READ: Best Things to do in Timisoara<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Clock Tower, Citadel, Scholars\u2019 Stairs, Church on the Hill, Casa Vlad Dracul.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Get to know the sightseeing of Sighisoara<\/a><\/strong> with a guided walking tour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Petofi Park, Black Eagle Passage, Neolog Synagogue, Moskovits Palace, Palace of Greek-Catholic Bishopric.<\/p>\n\n\n\n TIP: You can book a private cultural guided tour<\/a><\/strong> to get to know this city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Palace of Culture, T\u00e2rgu Mure\u0219 Fortress, Orthodox Cathedral, Fortress Church.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Stephen\u2019s Tower, Museum of Mineralogy, Butcher\u2019s Bastion, Holy Trinity Cathedral.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do not forget to take out travel insurance if you are going to travel to Romania. Hopefully, you don’t need to use it, but it is better to be prepared for any eventuality or emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In my case, I have Mondo’s annual insurance<\/a><\/strong>, with worldwide medical assistance with a coverage of $ 10,000,000. Also, you can use our link to get a 5% discount<\/a><\/strong> on Hey Mondo Insurance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Choosing travel insurance will depend mainly on the duration and coverage of the insurance. It is best to inform yourself well to choose the best insurance available. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you want you can review our guide on how to choose travel insurance<\/strong><\/a>, where you will find comparisons, opinions, and discounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To see Transylvania in its rawest form<\/strong>, you have to get outside the cities and head into the local villages, where tradition is alive and well. <\/p>\n\n\n Discover daily rural life in the mountains and plains of Transylvania<\/strong>, where the locals are a perfect combination of curious and gracious hosts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Some charming villages worth visiting include Viscri, M\u0103ri\u0219el, Cisnadioara, Rimetea, and more<\/strong>. There are hundreds upon hundreds of towns throughout the region, so you\u2019ll be sure to find a lovely place to visit! <\/p>\n\n\n\n Visiting the local villages is absolutely one of the top (if not the <\/em>top) things to do in Transylvania.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Insider tip: Visit M\u0103ri\u0219el<\/strong> in December or January to take a beautiful horse-and-carriage ride through the snow-covered village. It\u2019s straight out of a fairy tale!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Transylvania is perhaps best known for being the location of one of the most famous castles in the entire world \u2013 Bran Castle, aka Dracula\u2019s Castle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Though Bran Castle is certainly one of the most spectacular in the region (and undoubtedly the most popular to visit), there are many other stunning Transylvanian castles<\/strong> to visit in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some are fully restored, while others exist only in ruins. Either way, each has played an important part in regional history and is worth a visit!<\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition to proper castles, you can also check out some fortresses and citadels as well! Though slightly different in definition, these structures are an integral part of Transylvanian history and definitely worth a visit!<\/p>\n\n\n\n One of Romania’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites is the collection of Transylvanian Villages with Fortified Churches<\/strong>. There are seven in total, all of which are accessible to tourists. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Transylvanian Saxons founded these villages when they settled in Romania. Six of the villages are Saxon, and one is Sz\u00e9kely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The seven villages with fortified churches<\/strong> include Biertan, Viscri, Saschiz, Prejmer, Valea Viilor, Calnic and Darjiu. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Biertan, Viscri, and Prejmer are the most popular to visit with tourists, and you can almost always find a small group heading to one of these. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The others may require a bit of due diligence and your own transportation to visit. Visiting the fortified churches is one of the top things to do in Transylvania, particularly if you visit UNESCO sites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Visit northern Romania to visit Cimitriul Vesel<\/strong> is another great thing to do in Transylvania. It exhibits a beautiful example of the Romanian sense of humor. <\/p>\n\n\n Vibrant poetry is inscribed on<\/strong> hand-crafted wooden crosses<\/strong> in this alternative cemetery inspired by the deceased<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Some are heartwarming, while others are meant to make you laugh, but they all <\/em>will make you smile. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s no issue if you can\u2019t read Romanian, as the crosses also have a painting depicting imagery from the poem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Poiana is the largest and most luxurious mountain resort in Romania<\/strong>. It\u2019s an internationally esteemed snow sports haven situated deep in the Carpathian Mountains<\/strong>, easily accessible from Bra\u0219ov.<\/p>\n\n\n Poiana is great for budget-conscious travelers, especially if you\u2019re looking for EU vibes. It\u2019s an excellent value for the money, consistently voted one of the most affordable ski resorts in all of Europe<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n So, if you\u2019re into skiing or snowboarding and happen to be in Transylvania during the winter season, definitely spend a couple of days soaking up the mountain views and thrilling slopes<\/strong> of Poiana.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For lovers of hiking, climbing, and utterly breathtaking views<\/strong>, Transylvania will not disappoint. In fact, it has some of the most spectacular mountain ranges in Romania<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n The Western, Southern, and Eastern (Romanian) Carpathian Mountains flank the Transylvanian plateau, giving ample opportunities to explore the country from higher altitudes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Popular hikes in Transylvania include the Apuseni Mountains, Bucegi Mountains, Retezat National Park, Piatra Craiului, and F\u0103g\u0103ra\u015f<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You should always go hiking with a guide, friend, or group. Still, if you opt to go alone, let someone know your intended route and how long you plan to be gone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Take a day trip from Cluj-Napoca<\/a><\/strong> to immerse yourself in this subterranean wonderland! Salina Turda is located in the small city of Turda, just about a 40-minute drive outside of Cluj-Napoca.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Salina Turda<\/strong> first opened in the 17th century, served as a bomb shelter during World War II<\/strong>, a theme park in the early 1900s, and is now a unique amalgam of its past. <\/p>\n\n\n\n As you continue to descend, you\u2019ll find a Ferris Wheel, paddle boats, a space for spa treatments, and even a mini-golf course<\/strong>. The paddle boats cost extra, but the ride is well worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n An alternate underground salt mine to visit is Praid<\/strong> in Harghita County.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The unofficial capital of Transylvania, Cluj-Napoca, is home to some of Europe\u2019s most spectacular festivals<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Every summer, throngs of visitors visit the \u2018Silicon Valley of Romania\u2019 to attend festivals such as Untold, Transylvania International Film Festival, and the tour de force \u2013 Electric Castle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Untold is an electric music festival<\/strong> whose past headliners include Armin van Buren, Avicii, Tiesto, and David Guetta, among others.<\/p>\n\n\n TIFF (Transylvania International Film Festival) is Romania\u2019s most renowned film festival<\/strong>. TIFF usually sets up a weekend in Cluj-Napoca and a weekend in Sibiu during the summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Electric Castle is akin to Romania\u2019s version of Boston Calling or another high-profile US festival that takes place in a city<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s got a wide variety of genres represented and takes place throughout a long weekend at Banffy Castle just outside of Cluj-Napoca. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Former headliners include Florence & the Machine, Skrillex, Fatboy Slim, Die Antwoord, and more. EC wasn\u2019t held in 2020 and will not be held in 2021 due to the ongoing pandemic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, scheduled headliners for 2022 include Deftones, Gorillaz, and Twenty One Pilots<\/strong>. See you there?<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can\u2019t possibly visit Transylvania without taking a drive down one of the most iconic roads in the world<\/strong>! <\/p>\n\n\n\n This 150km paved mountain road winds through the Southern Carpathians with plenty of twists, turns, and tunnels to keep your adrenaline going. <\/p>\n\n\n It is no easy feat to take on, however, and the road itself is only open from July to October<\/strong>. The road is only open during daytime hours (07:00-21:00) for drivers\u2019 safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The northern and southern sides of the road meet at Balea Lake<\/strong> (see below), another worthwhile thing to do in Transylvania!<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re renting a car in Transylvania, be sure to obtain your International Drivers Permit (IDP)<\/strong> if required. Access to the Transfagarasan Highway is easiest from Sibiu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As if the exhilaration of the Transfagarasan Highway weren\u2019t enough, halfway through your drive, you can stop at B\u00e2lea Lake and B\u00e2lea Waterfall. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re coming from Sibiu, you\u2019ll see the waterfall first, which is about 10km away from the lake.<\/p>\n\n\n If you\u2019re visiting during the summer months, take a dip in the cool glacial waters, have a picnic, or go for a hike. You can still visit in the winter, too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The waterfall freezes, offering a unique opportunity for ice climbing as well as skiing and snowboarding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Worth noting<\/strong> \u2013 if you\u2019re visiting during the winter, driving from Sibiu, you will only get as far as the B\u00e2lea Waterfall. The rest of the road is closed, but you can take a cable car to the lake from the waterfall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"Roads](\"https:\/\/touristear.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Targu-Mures-Romania-1.jpg\")
Cluj-Napoca<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Sibiu<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Bra\u0219ov<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Timi\u0219oara<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Sighi\u0219oara<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Oradea<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
T\u00e2rgu Mure\u0219<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Baia Mare<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Travel Insurance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Charming Towns & Villages in Transylvania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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See All Seven Fortified Churches Of Transylvania<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Pay Your Respects At The Merry Cemetery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Hit Up An Epic Music Festival<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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