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The Dark Legends of Bucharest: Princely Court, Snagov Monastery |
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The legend of Vlad the Impaler is kept alive in this spine-tingling tour
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When it comes to Vlad the Impaler, it’s impossible to separate fact from myth. The reign of this barbaric Romanian Prince, who ruled Wallachia intermittently from 1448-1476, helped lay the foundation for the legend of Dracula, and has been the subject of centuries of speculation by historians and horror connoisseurs. This tour takes you on a boat ride to a remote monastery where, according to legend, the dark prince was granted his final resting place. Surrounded by still waters and terrifying tales, the Snagov Monastery will give you the chills. You’ll also see the ruins of the Old Princely Court in Bucharest, where this real-life Dracula cruelly presided over his subjects and imprisoned his adversaries in subterranean chambers. Sleep—if you can—in a comfortable hotel in the heart of the Romanian capital.
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Best of Bucharest: Parliament Palace, Stavropoleos Church
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...fusion of Bzyantine and Romanian architecture, and its lavish interior is sure to hold your attention. Visit the Old Princely Court, where the real-life Dracula...
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Bucharest Panorama Tour: Parliament Palace, Arch of Triumph
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...Arch of Triumph, built on the spot where Romanian troops were welcomed home after winning their independence from the Ottomans. See the palace that houses Romania’s...
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Dracula Weekend in Transylvania: Bran, Brasov, Rasnov, Sighisoara
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...hilltop appearance formed the basis for the myth of Dracula, and later became the summer retreat of a queen. The Sighisoara Citadel is a UNESCO World Heritage site,...
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Medieval Transylvania: Brasov, Bran Castle, Rasnov Peasant Citadel
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...hilltop appearance formed the basis for the myth of Dracula, and later became the summer retreat of a queen. Finish your tour with a trip to Rasnov, site of the...
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Impressive Sibiu, Charming Sibel: Brukenthal Palace, Evangelical Cathedral
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...century, where medieval weaponry, rare artwork, and ancient Romanian literature are on display. Admire the Gothic splendor of the Evangelical Cathedral—which...
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Sibiu City Tour: Brukenthal Palace, Evangelical Cathedral
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...peasant settlements of Romania are recreated, and learn about the hardscrabble nature of life in the hinterlands of Eastern Europe. Explore a palace-cum-museum...
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Medieval Break in Sighisoara Citadel: Dracula’s Birthplace
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Spend a day wrapped up in the medieval atmosphere of the Sighisoara Citadel, and a romantic night in the heart of this enchanting city. This UNESCO World Heritage...
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Saxon Transylvania: Brasov, Prejmer, Harman, Bran, Rasnov
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...a time when archers manned the towers. Visit the Bran Castle, whose striking hilltop appearance formed the basis for the myth of Dracula, and later became the summer retreat...
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Horseback Riding in Transylvania: Oak Valley
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...trails of this woodland paradise in the company of horses, an experience that’s serene and exhilarating in equal measure. Experienced riders can set out at...
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Brasov and Poiana Brasov Excursion: Black Church, Tampa Hill
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...cobbled streets. Tour the Black Church, whose walls were darkened by the Great Fire of 1689, and admire its collection of Oriental carpets. Take a cable car trip...
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Sighisoara Medieval Citadel and Biertan Fortified Church
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...roof crowned by a spire and offers magnificent panoramas of the citadel. See primitive instruments of persecution in Sighisoara’s Torture Room and learn about...
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Discovering Sibiu: Brukenthal Palace, Evangelical Cathedral
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Enjoy this break from Bucharest to the ancient city of Sibiu, which has one of the largest concentrations of tourist attractions in all of Romania. The largest...
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Sightseeing Tour to Medieval Sibui and the Saxon Village of Sibiel
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...from the 18th century, where medieval weaponry, rare artwork, and ancient Romanian literature are on display. Admire the Gothic splendor of the Evangelical Cathedral—which...
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Dracula Weekend in Transylvania: Bran, Brasov, Rasnov, Sighisoara
The dark forests, shadowy alleys, and menacing castles of Romania are the stuff of literary horror. This spine-tingling tour takes you to Bran Castle, whose striking hilltop appearance formed the...
Sightseeing Tour to Medieval Sibui and the Saxon Village of Sibiel
The ancient treasures of Sibiu and the rural appeal of Sibiel are combined to charming effect in this exploration of Saxon culture. The largest and wealthiest of the walled cities built by the...
Medieval Transylvania: Brasov, Bran Castle, Rasnov Peasant Citadel
No place in Romania has retained its medieval identity like Transylvania, and there is an eerie enchantment that covers the region like a shroud. Wind your way through the cobbled streets of Brasov...
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...under dictator Nicolae Ceausescu. Gaze out your window at the...
...medieval cities, where the ghouls of the gothic tradition seem more real than ever.
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...the 18th century, where medieval weaponry, rare artwork, and...
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...UNESCO World Heritage site is a living monument to more than...
...stories of cruel princes and mythical creatures writ large between...
...from the medieval period. The ancient character of the place...
...a pyramidal roof crowned by a spire and offers magnificent panoramas...
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...walking through the Park as your guide tells you interesting...
...still visible and a joy for all visitors. UNESCO has declared the town a Heritage Site.
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