I remember living in Romania back in the mid 2000s and everyone talked about Brasov, especially during the summer festivals. I finally went there during winter and remember catching a train back to Bucharest and seein the snowy forest out the window. Very Christmassy and cozy view. I remember that winter snow was backed up in Europe, but going to that city elevation,, it made it for our group.

Great article BTW, didn't know that history of the town and also learned a few pointers on the make up of the town. It also made me think of Timisoara for the mostly western European look.