Welcome to the Where To Not Be At Home section where we present to you !
Salina Turda (Turda, Cluj County): Ranked among the world's most spectacular underground formations, it features a 17th-century mine with an underground amusement park, including mini-golf and bowling, attracting hundreds of thousands annually. The mine's salt could cover global needs for 60 years.
Alba Carolina Citadel (Alba Iulia, Alba County): Explore an 18th-century Vauban-style star fortress with rich historical significance.
Biertan (Sibiu County): Discover a UNESCO-listed fortified church and traditional Saxon houses in a picturesque setting.
Constantin Brâncuși Sculpture Museum (Târgu Jiu, Gorj County): Explore iconic sculptures by Brâncuși, set in a historic outdoor setting.
Sibiel (Sibiu County): Uncover a unique museum of painted glass icons and an 18th-century wooden church.
Sighișoara Citadel (Mureș County): Wander through a UNESCO-listed 12th-century fortified town with medieval towers.
Cheile Nerei-Beușnița National Park (Caraș-Severin County): Explore a mountainous park with canyons, waterfalls, and diverse wildlife like brown bears and golden eagles.
ASTRA National Museum Complex (Sibiu, Sibiu County): Experience an open-air ethnographic museum showcasing rural life and traditional architecture.
Cheile Bicazului-Hășmaș (Neamț and Harghita Counties): Journey through a 20 km canyon in Hășmaș National Park, featuring steep cliffs and the stunning Ochiul Beiului Lake.
Deva Citadel (Hunedoara County): Take in a 13th-century hilltop fortress offering commanding views of the town.
Letea Forest (Tulcea County): Immerse yourself in a subtropical forest in the Danube Delta, home to Europe’s only mangrove reserve and wild horses.
Praid Salt Mine (Praid, Harghita County): Popular for its health benefits, with facilities for tourists to explore and relax.
Cetățile Ponorului (Alba County): Marvel at a karst complex in the Apuseni Mountains, with caves and sinkholes forming natural fortresses.
Suceava Fortress (Suceava County): Discover a 14th-century medieval stronghold with restored walls and towers.
Gura Portiței (Tulcea County): Enjoy a secluded Black Sea retreat in the Danube Delta, known for wild beaches and authentic fishing village vibes.
Slanic Prahova Salt Mine (Slanic, Prahova County): One of Europe's largest, with chambers up to 54 meters high, offering pure air beneficial for respiratory issues and a surreal underground lake.
Cazanele Dunării (Mehedinți County): Admire a dramatic Danube River gorge, featuring the tallest rock relief in Europe, Decebalus’s face.
Maramureș Village Museum (Sighetu Marmației, Maramureș County): Dive into a rich collection of rural Maramureș heritage and wooden architecture.
Viscri (Brașov County): Visit a charming village famous for its fortified church and Prince Charles’s guesthouse, highlighting Saxon heritage.
Târgu Ocna Salt Mine (Târgu Ocna, Bacău County): Discover tourist attractions, including historical mining exhibits and therapeutic salt caves.
Săpânța (Maramureș County): Explore the Merry Cemetery, renowned for its colorful, poetic tombstones.
Colțești (Alba County): Enjoy a lively village atmosphere with the historic Trascăului Fortress ruins.
Valea Zălanului (Covasna County): Relax in a secluded hamlet featuring Prince Charles’s restored guesthouse and rural charm.
Corvin Castle (Hunedoara, Hunedoara County): Step into a 15th-century Gothic-Renaissance fortress with towers and a legendary drawbridge.
Scything (Hay-cutting) Festival (Matisesti Village, Horea, Alba County) - June 28, hay-cutting with music and crafts.
Perseids Meteor Shower (August 12-13) - Up to 100 meteors per hour in Racoș, ideal dark-sky conditions.
Traditional Music Festival (Bucecea Village, Botosani County) - May 20-21, folk music performances.
Sâmbra Oilor Festival (Negrești-Oaș, Maramureș County) - Second weekend in May, sheep herding tradition.
Mars Opposition and Lunar Occultation (January 13-14) - Mars at its brightest near Poiana Mărului, with a lunar occultation.
Traditional Music and Dance Festival (Șugag Village, Alba County) - May 21, flute player celebration.
Eta Aquarids Meteor Shower (May 6-7) - Up to 30 meteors per hour in Transfăgărășan area, despite moon interference.
Long Road to the Merry Cemetery (Săpânța Village, Maramureș County) - Late July, cultural week with crafts and music.
National Cherry Festival (Păulești Village, Prahova County) - May 20-21, cherry-themed traditions.
Mars Opposition and Lunar Occultation (January 13-14) - Mars at its brightest near Poiana Mărului, with a lunar occultation.
Bear’s Dance Festival (Coșula Village, Botoșani County) - January 14, centuries-old winter tradition.
Artisan and Slow Food Festival (Berca Village, Buzău County) - June 7-8, local crafts and cuisine.
Orionids Meteor Shower (October 21-22) - Dark-sky viewing of 20-25 meteors per hour in Râpa Roșie.
Quadrantids Meteor Shower (January 3-4) - Peak in Racoș, up to 120 meteors per hour under dark skies.
Răvășitul Oilor Festival (Bran Village, Brașov County) - Last weekend in September, sheep return celebration.
Venus and Saturn Conjunction (January 18) - Bright pairing visible from Făgăraș Mountains after sunset.
Draconids Meteor Shower (October 7-9) - Evening peak with possible outbursts in Bucegi Mountains.
Total Lunar Eclipse (September 7) - Blood moon visible across rural Maramureș.
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