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Traditions And Superstitions On New Year’s Eve In Romania
Romanian folklore is among the richest when it comes to traditions and superstitions for New Year’s Eve. If we have already talked about the most beautiful Romanian Christmas customs, here are the most known New Year’s traditions, but also what superstitions are known throughout the country. Romanian traditions for New Year’s Eve Around the New […]
The History Of Sighisoara And The Best Places To See In The City
The written history of Sighisoara begins in 1280 when it is mentioned in a document called Castrum Sex. A century had passed since settlers from Flanders, Moselle, or Saxony had started to settle in the area between the Târnave rivers and the Carpathians, fleeing from their country of origin and helped by the kings of […]
Romania – Un Underrated Ski Destination In Europe
With its diverse terrain, Romania offers plenty of options for outdoor activities in each of the 4 seasons. While most foreigners seek to visit Romania during the summer, my favorite time of the year to explore the country is actually fall and winter. First, if you love rural life and traditions, the Christmas season in […]
Romania’s National Day – Things You Didn’t Know
On the 1st of December, we celebrate Romania’s National Day. This day is particularly important to us because it symbolizes the union of all Romanians. Romania during the 1st World War and its importance for Romania’s National Day In 1914 the first World War erupted when Archduke Franz Ferdinand, heir to the Austro-Hungarian empire, was […]
If You Love Tradition, You Need To Spend Christmas In Romania
Romania is a lovely destination year-round and is particularly charming during Christmas. If you’re someone who loves tradition and going back to the basics, Romania is a great destination for your Christmas holidays. Bucovina is probably the richest region when it comes to traditions, making it one of the best places to spend Christmas in […]
Apuseni Mountains On CNN Travel’s List – Europe’s Most Underrated Places
If you are not a Romanian, chances are you’ve never heard of the Apuseni Mountains. Part of the Western Carpathians, the Apuseni Mountains are often overlooked for the more known ranges such as Fagarasi, Retezat, or Rodnei. Nevertheless, this part of the Carpathians is one of the most beautiful. If you are into lush forests, […]
