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Tales of love, on the Attractive Romania routes
Love leaves traces. Sometimes in letters, on gravestones, within fortress walls, or in hearts preserved as relics. On the Attractive Romania routes, the stories are about people: those who loved, hoped, and suffered. From couples locked in a room the size of a sigh, to young countesses who defied social rank and Roman soldiers who wept for lost loves, these places tell intimate, fragile, and deeply human histories. It is a journey through Transylvania and Roman Dacia, but above all, through the
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Mărțișor Fairs That Finally Bring Spring, All Across Attractive Romania!
Spring begins, symbolically, with a red-and-white thread and the promise of a new beginning. From Neo-Gothic castles and emblematic museums to historic squares, Transylvanian villages, and medieval fortresses, the Mărțișor fairs bring together craftsmen, artists, and communities who carry forward one of Romania’s most beloved traditions. Along the cultural routes of “Attractive Romania,” February and early March become an invitation to travel among symbols, stories, and carefully handcrafted obj
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Discover Attractive Romania’s Routes Through These 4 Virtual Tours
If you, too, are starting to feel a pleasant restlessness pushing you to do more, see more, and explore new and exciting things, you’re not alone. It’s the effect of spring just around the corner, tempting us out of hibernation and into new adventures. Since there is still so much to discover along Romania’s Attractive Routes, we’ve selected four complete and engaging virtual tours designed to inspire you so strongly that you’ll want to set off toward the destinations they showcase. Click the li
Attractive Romania Podcast #3: A Storylike Travel
💫 In Episode 3 of our podcast, more than ever, we dive into stories full of hope and optimism - stories of people who have poured all their energy and knowledge into protecting our country’s immensely valuable heritage. We spoke with:• Caroline Fernolend from the Mihai Eminescu Trust, who tells us how communities are reborn when someone truly listens to them• Mircea Dragomir, Mayor of Biertan, about how the right strategy and effective use of European funds continuously support the area’s deve
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Make the most of your visit to the attractions on the Attractive Romania routes with the help of virtual tours
The Attractive Romania platform offers you a complete experience through virtual tours that help you discover every detail of the country’s cultural landmarks before, during, and after your visit.[Screenshot 2025-12-31 at 16.01.36.png]Discover more before you hit the roadWith the help of virtual tours, you can explore attractions along the Attractive Romania routes directly from home. Whether you are passionate about history, architecture, or nature, you can visit each location in detail,
Christmas Beyond the Crowds: 5 Authentic Experiences on the Attractive Romania Routes
Christmas doesn’t have to mean crowded markets and frantic shopping trips to the mall. It can also be about meaningful time spent in places that tell stories. If you’re looking for a different kind of year’s end, the Attractive Romania routes offer authentic experiences, perfectly suited to the holiday season. We’ve selected five unique ways to experience Christmas differently, by exploring a Romania that is deep-rooted, warm, and full of surprises.Christmas in a Village with Fortified Churches
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Christmas in the Countryside: Traditions, Communities & Authentic Stories on the România Atractivă Routes
Winter brings a special kind of magic to the villages of Transylvania — one where time slows down, people gather around the fire, and traditions come back to life. Along the România Atractivă routes, December becomes a celebration of community, craftsmanship, and customs carefully preserved from one generation to the next. Christmas markets in fortified churches, culinary evenings in restored barns, carols and greetings in village squares, the traditional Ignat feast, and moments in which kindne
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5 Fascinating Stories from the Fortified Churches Route of “România Atractivă”
The Fortified Churches Route within the România Atractivă program reveals some of the most impressive medieval monuments of Transylvania. These are places where history, faith, architecture, and legends intertwine in a unique way. Each of these churches hides an entire world of symbols, rare architectural details, or little-known historical events. We’ve gathered some of the most beautiful stories discovered in Șard, Ighiu, Cristian, and Ocna Sibiului, destinations worth exploring with eyes wide
Road Trip Movie #3 – An Adventure from the Heart of Transylvania to Maramureș
So many stories, so many things to learn, and so many opportunities to better understand who we are and how we got here! This is what the 19 journalists and content creators who joined the 3rd #HeritageTrip on the România Atractivă routes experienced!🔴 Watch the YouTube video here!This is an itinerary that, if you were to follow it, would probably offer you one of the most fascinating trips you’ve ever taken! And what if you did just that? Watch Road Trip Movie #3 on our YouTube channel and
Discover Romania at Your Own Pace with the Audio Guides on the Attractive Romania Platform
The way you tell a story has a major impact on how it resonates with the listener. On the Attractive Romania platform, stories come to life through various audio-visual media designed to spark curiosity and inspire travelers to explore.[Captură de ecran din 2025-10-28 la 22.10.13.png]If you’ve already arrived at one of the attractions featured on the Attractive Romania routes, the platform offers you yet another modern, accessible, and engaging way to discover the country’s cultural heritag
Travel Ideas #6: Exploring Our Roots, Step by Step
Starting from the heart of Transylvania and reaching the legendary peaks of Oltenia, this route takes you on a vivid foray into Romania's cultural heritage and identity.Cross 9 of the 12 routes of Romania Attractiva and let yourself be captivated by the diversity and authenticity of each individual objective.• Fortress Route• Castle Route• Castle Route• Cule Route• Fortified Churches Route• Wooden Churches Route• Saint Ladislaus Route in Romania• Traditional Architecture Villages Route
Every step in Bihor County tells a story
Bihor County is an unexpected treasure of our country: from medieval fortresses that shaped kings, to modest churches built out of gratitude and fortifications hiding untold secrets, Bihor invites you on a journey beyond the usual tourist routes. We invite you to step into this fascinating mosaic, where cultural heritage and local craftsmanship meet a soulful gastronomy, transforming a simple visit into an authentic immersion in the heart of Western Transylvania.Tilecuș Church: The Deserted an
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