5 articles tagged with transylvania
Nestled in the heart of Romania's Transylvania region, Brasov captivated me from the moment I stepped foot in its medieval streets. As a nurse with a passion for global healing traditions, I found this charming city to be the perfect...
When most travelers hear 'Bran Castle,' their minds immediately conjure images of vampires, dark forests, and Bram Stoker's infamous Count Dracula. Yet, after visiting this Romanian landmark for the third time—this time with my dear friends and their children—I've discovered...
Standing at the base of Tampa Mountain, watching the golden hour light cascade across Brasov's medieval skyline, I felt that familiar rush – the one that comes when you've discovered somewhere truly magical that somehow hasn't been trampled by tourism's...
As I stood before the imposing Black Church at dawn, watching the first golden rays illuminate its weathered stones, I couldn't help but draw parallels to the delicate coral structures I've spent decades studying. Both are testaments to time's passage—one...
Standing in Sibiu's Grand Square (Piața Mare) as autumn leaves dance around centuries-old buildings, I'm struck by how this Transylvanian gem balances its Saxon heritage with a forward-looking culinary identity. My urban planning background always draws me to cities that...