The Best Experiences in Bucharest Rumania & Sighisoara 2023
The Best Experiences in Bucharest Rumania &
Sighisoara 2023
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Informations
Following a few fantastic days spent seeing Brasov and the surrounding area (check out our travel guide here), we made the decision to explore the stunning countryside of Romania and Bucharest, Romania.
Temperature: Based on the current weather, March through October is the ideal season to travel throughout Romania because of the mild temperatures and quite good, pliable roads.
Language: Romanian is the official language.
Romanian Leu (RON) 1$ = 4 RON 1€= 4,9 RON
Food Prices: Meal in a cheap restaurant=6 EUR, Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant=24 EUR
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Our first stop was Lake Saint Anne, the only crater lake in Romania. It is situated in the volcanic crater of the Eastern Carpathians’ Ciomatu Mare volcano, close to Tușnad in the Mohoș Natural Reserve in Harghita County. When Lake Saint Anne was a peat bog and shallow lake 9,800–8,800 years ago, it was first formed. Up to one meter of ice covers the lake during the winter.
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Things to do
Lake Saint Anne
Lake Saint Anne is situated close to the Tușnad resort on the left bank of the Olt River in the Ciomatu mountains of Harghita county. The lake is situated on the crater floor of Ciomatu Mare, an extinct volcano from the Puciosu volcanic massif. This volcano was the source of the most recent volcanic eruption in Eastern Europe and the Carpathians, occurring several tens of thousands of years ago. The lake has no springs; precipitation is the primary source of water replenishment. With just 0.0029 ml of minerals, the water is nearly as pure as distilled water. Mophetic emanations from the crater walls and the lake bottom are another reason for the diminished trophic capacity of the lake water.
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Following this amazing encounter, we traveled to the Bicaz Gorges. Romania’s Bicaz Gorge is a gorge situated in the northeastern regions of the counties of Neamt and Harghita. It’s a well-known spot to watch the wallcreeper, a rare bird that lives on cliffs. One of the most breathtaking roads in the nation runs down the 8 kilometers of ravines, many of which are serpentines with rock on one side and a precipitous drop on the other. Red Lake, which was formed by a landslide in the 19th century, is another feature of the gorge. It is home to hotels, traditional cottages, and a well-known lake at an elevation of 980 meters. One of the most popular rock climbing areas in Romania is Cheile Bicazului.
Bicaz Gorge
Located in the northeastern region of Romania, in the counties of Neamț and Harghita, lies the Bicaz Gorge (Romanian: Cheile Bicazului, Hungarian: Békás-szoros).Part of the Cheile Bicazului-Hășmaș National Park, it is located in the heart of the Hășmaș Mountains.The gorge, which is a route between the Romanian provinces of Moldova and Transylvania, was carved out by the Bicaz River. The wallcreeper, a rare cliff-dwelling bird, is known to be seen there. DN12C [ro], a national road, goes through the gorge. One of the most breathtaking drives in the nation is the road that winds through the 8 kilometers (5 miles) of ravines, which are frequently shaped like serpentines with a precipitous drop on one side and rock on the other.
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Red Lake
Red Lake is a naturally occurring dam lake located in Romania’s Harghita County. It is situated on the upper channel of the Bicaz River in the Hăşmaş Mountains, close to the Bicaz Gorge, at the base of the Hăşmașul Mare Peak [ro]. It is 26 kilometers (16 miles) from Gheorgheni and 30 kilometers (19 miles) from Bicaz. The lake was created after a hillside collapsed as a result of the January 23, 1838, earthquake, which had an intensity of VIII and a magnitude of 6.9.The Bicaz River’s path was obstructed by the landslide, and a lake developed behind the dam. prevailing climate in the subalpine region.
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We made the decision to take another trip before our holiday came to an end when we got back to Fagaras, and we headed to the lovely city of Sighisoara. UNESCO has designated Sighișoara’s well-preserved walled ancient town as a World Heritage Site, making it a major tourist destination:
Sighisoara
In the center of Transylvania is Sighişoara, also known as Schäßburg in German and Segesvár in Hungarian. One of the few completely intact medieval towns in the world today is Sighişoara, which is located 120 miles from Braşov, around 100 km from Sibiu, and 55 km from Târgu-Mureş. In 1999, UNESCO designated its distinctive historic center as a World Heritage Site.There are prehistoric remnants scattered across the city. Bronze and Iron Age artifacts were discovered here. The Sighișoara Castle was located on the city’s grounds, in a field just outside the present-day settlement area, during the early second century of the Roman Empire.
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Bucharest Things to do
The capital of Romania is Bucharest. Slightly over 1.8 million people live there, making it the eighth largest city in the European Union with a 2.2 million-person urban agglomeration. Bucharest emerged as the political, economic, and cultural hub of Wallachia and subsequently Romania, with its eventual replacement of Târgoviște as the sovereign capital of the Principality of Wallachia in 1659.
The city is home to numerous theaters, museums, and other cultural institutions in addition to a number of universities and other colleges. Micul Paris (“Little Paris”, or “Paris of the East”) is the moniker given to the city by its international high culture and the predominate French influence of its neo-baroque architecture. Huge portions of the historic quarter were demolished to provide room for the state leader’s imposing confectionery style during the dictator Nicolae Ceaușescu’s rule in Romania.
Parliament Palace
The House of the Republic (Casa Republicii) or People’s House/People’s Palace (Casa Poporului) are other names for the Palace of the Parliament (Palatul Parlamentului), which is the seat of the Romanian Parliament and is situated atop Dealul Spirii in Bucharest, the country’s capital. The Palace is 84 meters (276 feet) high, with a volume of 2,550,000 m3 (90,000,000 cubic feet) and a floor surface of 365,000 m2 (3,930,000 square feet). The Palace of the Parliament is the third largest administrative structure in the world and the heaviest structure in the world, weighing approximately 4,098,500 tonnes (9.04 billion pounds).
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Bucharest Athenaeum
A highlight of the Romanian capital, Bucharest, is the Romanian Athenaeum (Romanian: Ateneul Român), a concert venue located in the heart of the city. The city’s most prominent concert hall, the elaborate, circular, domed structure was opened in 1888 and is the location of the George Enescu Festival and the “George Enescu” Philharmonic.The Romanian Athenaeum Cultural Society was established in 1865 by notable figures in science and culture, including Nicolae Crețulescu, V. A. Urechia, and Constantin Esarcu. The Romanian Athenaeum, a structure devoted to both art and science, would be constructed in Bucharest to fulfill its objectives.
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Muzeul Național al Satului
Situated in King Michael I Park in Bucharest, Romania, the Village Museum, also known as the National Museum of the Village “Dimitrie Gusti” (Muzeul Național al Satului “Dimitrie Gusti” in Romanian), is an outdoor ethnographic museum. Traditional rural life in Romania is on display at the museum. The museum, which occupies more than 100,000 square meters, has more than 50,000 artifacts from all around Romania, 363 monuments, and 123 real peasant settlements.From the 17th century until the 20th century, the museum’s structures represented several ethnographic regions, such as Banat, Transylvania, Moldavia, Maramures, Oltenia, Dobrogea, and Muntenia.
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Triumphal Arch
The Arcul the Triumf is a triumphal arch located in Bucharest, the capital of Romania. The building was constructed as a tribute to the First World War’s victory. Once the nation had gained independence in 1878, a temporary wooden prototype was built. When this building was rebuilt in 1922 with a grander, but temporary, one composed of wood and stucco, the well-known Romanian composer and musician George Enescu sent a mocking letter to the mayor inquiring as to when the capital would receive a genuine triumphal arch.
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Parcul Regele Mihai
The Mihai I Rule of Romania (formerly known as the Carol II Lea Park, the Național Park, the I.V. Stalin Park, and the Herăstrău Park) is a large urban park in the northern part of Bucharest, bordered by the B-dul Prezan Constantin, the B-dul Aviatorilor, the Şos. Nordului, the Str. Elena Văcărescu, the \os. București-Ploiești, and the \oseaua Regele Mihai I. It was built in 1936 on the 74-hectare Malurile Lacului Herăstrău. Total suprafața is 187 hectares.Part of the lanțul de lacuri antropice al râului Colentina este vizibilă din centrul parcului. The length of the park that surrounds the lake is 5,92 km.
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Cișmigiu Park
Cişmigiu’s grădină publică este cea mai veche din București. Situated in the city center, it spans around 16 hectares and is bordered by two significant avenues: Regina Elisabeta Boulevard and Schitu Măgureanu Boulevard. Located in the southern portion of the garden is the Colegiul Național Gheorghe Lazăr. The layout of Grădina Cișmigiu is similar to English parks and has numerous entrances: two along Regina Elisabeta Boulevard, two along Schitu Măgureanu Boulevard, and one along Ştirbei Vodă Street. Lista istorică monumentelor din București cu indice B-II-a-A-19655.
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Mogoșoaia Castle
About 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) separate Mogoșoaia Palace (Palatul Mogoşoaia in Romanian, pronounced [paˈlatul moɡoˈʃo̯aja]) from Bucharest, Romania. Constantin Brâncoveanu constructed it in what is known as the Romanian Renaissance or Brâncovenesc style between 1698 and 1702. The widow of the Romanian boyar Mogoș, who possessed the property on which the palace was constructed, is named for her.The Ottomans seized all of the family’s fortune after Constantin Brâncoveanu and his family were executed in Constantinople in 1714, and the palace was turned into an inn. He gave it back to Brâncoveanu’s grandson Constantin after being repurchased by Prince Řtefan Cantacuzino, and it stayed with the family until the early 1800s.
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Piața Unirii
Situated at the intersection of Sectors 1, 2, 3, and 4, Piața Unirii (pronounced [ˈpjatšsa uˈnirij] in Romanian) is the biggest square in the heart of Bucharest, Romania, and one of the biggest public areas in Europe. Part of the Civic Center, it is divided by Unirii Boulevard, which was renamed following the 1989 Romanian Revolution and was first constructed as the Boulevard of the Victory of Socialism during the Communist era.With the Piața Unirii metro station and a major STB bus interchange, the square is a key transportation center. A tram terminal is located close to the southwest corner.
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If you have enough time, you should also visit the following Bucharest attractions: Alexandru Ioan Cuza Park, University Square, Carol Park, Circus Park, Children’s Town Bucharest, Muzeul Național de Istorie a României, Botanical Garden, Tineretului Park, and Revolution Square.
Where to stay
Traditional food
Sarmale, or cabbage rolls, are regarded as the national food of Romania. For a subtle flavor, a well-balanced blend of rice, minced meat (often pork or pork mixed with beef), additional veggies, and regional herbs is rolled in cabbage leaves or young grape leaves. Mămăligă (Polenta) Mămăligă is produced from corn flour that has been boiled in water with a pinch of salt and a few drops of sunflower oil. It is typically served as a side dish for sarmale or plain with sour cream and Romanian cheese. Soupa de perişoare cu carne de porc Burta Ciorba (Original Tripe Soup) Beef Salad, or Boeuf Salad
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Roasting eggplant and red peppers over a grill is the best way to prepare Zacuscă, a vegetable dip. After removing the burnt skins, other veggies like carrots and maybe mushrooms are mixed in. Fasole cu afumatura, or bean soup with smoky pork Tochitura, or roasted pig stew, is made by slowly cooking sausage, bacon, and pork in lard. Pickles, cheese, polenta, and fried eggs go with it. Mici/Mititei (Grilled Minced Meat Rolls): A variety of grilled minced meats, primarily pork, combined with veal or sheep in different ways.
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Papanasi: Doughnuts with cheese, fried or boiled Crescent Pastries, or cornulete Another delectable Romanian dish made for holidays and special occasions is cozonac, or sweet bread. Mucenici (Rolls with Sweet Dough)
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Saving Tips
Spend your lunch at establishments that serve “Meniul Zilei,” or the Daily Menu, if you wish to cut costs on your meal. Most major cities in Romania provide a free one- to two-hour guided tour. Romanian trains are the least expensive mode of transportation, but they are also the slowest.
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Bring a bottle of water. If your schedule is flexible, consider using BlaBlaCar, a ridesharing service. Another option is to dine at self-service restaurants, which are less expensive. Plan ahead for your travel and accommodations when visiting Peles Castle or Bran Castle. Simply get the standard ticket; the additional cost for recording video is not justified.
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Shopping
Sighisoara shoe stores, fashion boutiques, and gift shops: House on the Rock, Gifty Shop, Art and Crafts There aren’t many little shops in Red Lake that sell food, souvenirs, and ice cream, so getting around is simple.
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Similarly, in the vicinity of Saint Anne Lake, a tiny family-run restaurant serves refreshments to passing tourists. One little gift shop where you can purchase souvenirs is located after you return from the lake to the parking lot. Shopping at Bicaz: You can stop to purchase souvenirs from the little shops on both sides of the main street, right before you see the breathtaking Bicaz.
Getting Around
Compared to other Western European countries, Romania’s public transportation system is less developed and easier to use for visitors. While trains are widely distributed throughout the nation, they are slow and occasionally break down; there are few highways and most of the country’s roads are one-lane, making them congested and slow; and, especially in smaller towns, don’t expect to find much English spoken at train or bus stations.
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The 450 km trip from Bucharest to Cluj-Napoca takes roughly 7 hours by car or 10 hours by rail, but it only takes 45 minutes by plane, and it only costs 30 euros. For this reason, flying is the most economical option for traveling greater distances in Romania.
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Getting Here
Romania can be reached mostly by train, bus, automobile, or airplane. The quickest route to Romania is by air, as several airlines currently offer direct flights from the United Kingdom. There will be one or more adjustments if you’re flying from North America, Australasia, or South Africa. Train travel from the UK to Romania is a lengthy journey, but if you have a rail pass, you can visit the nation as part of a longer vacation.
Thankfully, Bucharest airport receives a large number of flights from major European cities. Direct flights to Romania are available from all major European cities by TAROM, the national airline of Romania, and numerous smaller businesses. Following Bucharest, the nation’s busiest airport and destination for most foreign flights, the following cities also host international flights: Cluj Napoca, Sibiu, Iasi, Oradea, or Timisoara.
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From 4 hours (Budapest to Oradea or Arad) to roughly 46 hours (London to Bucharest), one can travel by train to Romania from other European countries. Train travel can be a cheap and enjoyable method to incorporate Romania in a European vacation since the majority of train tickets permit many stops along the way. Romanian National Railways (SNCFR) connects numerous European locations with Bucharest. For trains that run overnight and for trips longer than ten hours, there are sleepers available in both first and second class.
The car’s registration, evidence of insurance, the road toll badge (Rovigneta), and a current driver’s license from the driver’s home nation are the documents needed by Romanian Customs. Bucharest and the major cities of Romania are connected to Athens, Berlin, Budapest, Copenhagen, Frankfurt, Istanbul, London, Milan, Munich, Paris, Rome, and Vienna via numerous bus lines.
Enterprises like as Eurolines, Flixbus, AtlasSib, Double T, CDI Transport, or Comati facilitate connections between Romania’s principal cities and other European cities.
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