In the shadow of the Carpathians, where legends intertwine with reality, Transylvania awaits discovery. This region is not an ordinary tourist destination. Here, people still live in harmony with nature, welcoming visitors with sincere smiles and warm hospitality.
Why is it worth visiting Transylvania?
1. The hospitality of the locals
The people of Transylvania, famous for their warm welcome, offer their guests accommodation in carefully renovated rustic houses equipped with every comfort. The old but renovated houses offer guests the scent of the past, but modern comfort and quality. Anyone who spends 2-3 nights in such a place is guaranteed to leave with a captivating experience.
The range of offers is plentiful; everyone can choose according to their needs what kind of landscape they want to visit.
2. An unparalleled gastronomic experience
Transylvanian cuisine is a wonderful journey in itself: it offers authentic flavors, a harmonious blend of Hungarian, Saxon and Romanian influences. Thanks to the cultural diversity and the rich local food source, dishes have been created that delight gourmets regardless of nationality.
it would be enough to mention the garlic fries, Cluj-Napoca cabbage, cheese from Nasal, a wonderful local version of Camembert based on an old German recipe, cream and jam-filled papanasi (cottage cheese doughnuts) or Turda deer steak.
Transylvanian wines are also famous: the aromatic Fehér Leányka or Eiswein from Jidvei – a sweet wine obtained from grapes ripened by the first frosts –, Riesling from Vinea, Sauvignon Blanc from Lechinta or Chardonnay from Ciumbrud.
3. Fairytale castles
Transylvanian castles, like guardians of time, guide you through bygone eras and reveal fascinating stories.
Dating back more than 600 years, the Bran Castle, owned by the Habsburg family, decorated with medieval furniture, weapons and armor, guards the Rucar-Bran pass and offers an insight into the history of Transylvania.
The Bánffy Castle in Bontida, once nicknamed the “Versailles of Transylvania” due to its architectural style and gardens, hosts famous cultural events every year, while the Teleki Castle impresses its visitors with its allegorical sculptures, rare trees and park.
The first castle of Hunedoara, representing French-inspired military and civilian architecture, should not be missed either. But if you’re visiting Transylvania, you shouldn’t miss the Sighisoara Castle either.
4. Fortress churches
The fortress churches of Transylvania, which play a very important role from a national point of view, are real architectural jewels and witnesses of the stormy history of this region. The high towers and protective walls testify to the times when the locals fled here from foreign invasions, but also to the role of faith in the life of the community.
The fortress churches of Biertan, Prejmer, Saschiz, Calnic, which belong to the UNESCO cultural heritage, are well-known and appreciated. The Lutheran fortress church in Viscri, which is also part of the UNESCO heritage, enjoys the care of the King of Great Britain, who bought one of his holiday homes in this Transylvanian village as a preserver of tradition and national culture.
5. Fairytale landscapes
Wandering through the landscapes of Transylvania, we can feel like a real time traveler, as in the embrace of fairy tales and legends, the hidden villages, the flowery fields, the languid, hilly landscape can relax the body and soul.
The snow-capped peaks, sharp ridges and glacial lakes of the Fagaras Mountains, also known as the “Transylvanian Alps”, create a spectacular landscape, and the hiking trails in this area are ideal for those interested in nature and adventure.
The Transylvanian landscape awaits the visitor with countless wonders in every season, and the hospitality, the kindness of the people, and the mystique of nature will captivate you forever.