Brasov:
Brasov, a city at the foot of Mount Tampa, is one of the most visited places in Romania. Those who like hiking can walk to the top of Tampa Mountain and enjoy a splendid view of the medieval town. It takes about an hour to get to the tope
However, the Tampa cable car can take the visitors to the peak in a few minutes. There is a Brasov sign at the top of the mountain inspired by the famous Hollywood one.
Tourist can stroll around the old Town Hall Square, they can visit the Black Church, the largest Gothic church in Romania or visit one of the narrowest streets in Europe – the Rope Street.
Rasnov Fortress:
Rasnov Fortress is a medieval citadel built in the 13th century and located on a rocky hilltop in the Carpathian Mountains. It was built as protection against invading Tartars. Rasnov Fortress has been recently restored and tourists today can visit the impressive remains.
Corvin Castle at Hunedoara:
The Corvin Castle, also known as Hunyad Castle, is one of the most impressive medieval buildings in Romania.
Built in 14th century, it became famous as a property of Iancu of Hunedoara, the great ruller and fighter against the Ottoman Empire at that time. The castle is a large building, with tall and diversely coloured roofs, towers, windows and balconies adorned with carvings in stone. Moreover, it has a famous well shrouded in legend.
Transfagarasan highway:
As the second highest road in Romania, the Transfagarasan offers route to the alpine area of the Carpathian Mountains. The road is 100km long with the highest point 2032m.
This road can be a scary drive in places. There are large sections of road with sheer drops of over 300 m and no barrier. This place is not for the faint-hearted.
Balea Lake:
Balea Lake is a glacier lake situated at 2,034 m of altitude in the Făgăraș Mountains known also as the Transylvanian Alps. The lake is accessible by car via the above mentioned Transfagarasan highway. However, there are a lot of hiking tracks with spectacular views of the mountains.
So even if you get to the lake by car, take some time to walk around to enjoy the scenery. In winter those who like ice climbing can find an ice waterfall near the lake.
Alba Iulia citadel:
Alba Iulia is a great Vauban fortification. It was the capital of Transylvania between 1541 and 1690. In the first part of the 18th century Alba Iulia became one of the best defended citadels of the region.
Cluj Napoca:
Cluj Napoca is the largest and the most developed city in Transylvania as well as one of the oldest settlements in the country. The town has been inhabited since pre-Roman time but it became a city only in 1213.
Fagaras fortress:
The beautifully preserved fortress surrounded by water is currently a museum displaying Roman artifacts, a collection of medieval weapons and traditional folk crafts.
Fagaras fortress was considered to be one of the strongest fortifications in Transylvania at one time and it even functioned as a political prison during the communist era.
