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Bucharest – the capital city of Romania known also as Little Paris

Romania | Updated: January 30, 2013 | 4 Comments
Bucharest – the capital city of Romania known also as Little Paris

The capital city of Romania is a thriving and popular destination for culture-seeking tourists. Located in the south east of the country, Bucharest has a somewhat eclectic collection of architecture that successfully represents neo-classical, interbellum, communist and modern eras. Known in the past as ‘Little Paris’, Bucharest boasts an inimitable mixture of old and new. [...]

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The Painted Monasteries – the most picturesque treasures in Romania

Romania | Updated: January 30, 2013 | 0 Comments
The Painted Monasteries – the most picturesque treasures in Romania

Spread throughout in the northern region of Romania, the Painted Monasteries, dating back to the 15th century, are quite a sight to behold. Some of them have been granted World Heritage status by UNESCO and it is easy to see why. Most of these monasteries are positioned in rather isolated places, usually near to tiny [...]

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Vatra Dornei – ski and spa town known as Pearl of Bucovina | Romania

Romania | Updated: October 10, 2011 | 0 Comments
Vatra Dornei – ski and spa town known as Pearl of Bucovina | Romania

A ski and spa town located at the confluence of the Dorna River, Neagra Sarului and Bistrita River, Vatra Dornei is well known for the healing properties of its natural mineral springs. This alone makes it famous amongst tourists and locals alike and they flock to the region for the springs, mud and negative ionised [...]

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Sibiu – important cultural centre in Romania

Romania | Updated: September 21, 2011 | 2 Comments
Sibiu – important cultural centre in Romania

Sibiu is a tremendously important cultural centre in Romania and is enjoying significant growth in economy and popularity due to its location and its large international airport. Based in southern Transylvania, the city’s historical centre received a renovation in 2006 and is looking fantastic as a result. The city is divided into upper and lower [...]

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