Explore the Carpathian Garden
Come explore the land between the Carpathians, the Danube and the Black Sea: discover the enchanting cities, breathtaking nature, and authentic culture of rural life in Romania that still follows ancient rhythms.
The country’s natural beauty shows in all types of landscapes from mountains to hills, plateaus, plains, coastline, and the Danube Delta. The Carpathian Mountains, in the heart of Romania, comprise the famous Transylvania and true wilderness in 27 national and nature parks, perfect for adventure and activity. The hilly regions nearby beckon with the appealing scent of fruits and wines, which been produced here for over 4000 years. You’ll be enchanted with views of wide fields of grain and sunflowers.
The Danube forms Romania’s southern border, wending its way from the Iron Gates to the Black Sea, where it transforms into the amazing Danube Delta, a UNESCO nature site and biosphere reserve — the only delta in the world with biosphere reserve status. In terms of biodiversity, the Danube Delta biosphere reserve is the world’s third richest, home to more than 7,000 known species of plants and animals. It is also Europe’s third largest delta.
For avid hikers, famous long distance trails include the Via Transilvanica, Via Maria, and the Camino de Romania. Others growing in popularity are the Via Danubiana, Via Dobrogeana and Via Valahia.
To try living the rural life, plan to visit any of hundreds of ancient villages in picturesque settings all over the country. As special guests, you can participate in daily activities such as cooking, woodcarving, weaving, haymaking, and farming. Twelve villages are candidates for the United Nations title of Best Tourism Villages: Albac, Alba County; Biertan, Sibiu County; Breb, Maramureș County; Ciocănești, Suceava County; Eibenthal, Mehedinți County; Fârdea, Timiș County, Jurilovca, Tulcea County; Polovragi, Gorj County; Rășinari, Sibiu County; Gura Siriului, Buzău County; Saschiz, Mureș County; and Vânători-Neamț, Neamț County.
Romania’s cities offer a fascinating mix of history, culture and modern attractions. Each has its own charm, influenced by the historical region where it is located. Bucharest, the capital of Romania, is the largest city. A mix of tradition and modernity, Oriental and Occidental provide originality and charm. Other Romanian cities to put high on your list are: Timișoara; Arad; Oradea; Baia Mare; Iași; Suceava; Brașov; Sibiu; Sighișoara; Alba Iulia; Cluj-Napoca; Constanța; and Craiova.
A variety of festivals throughout the year offer different kinds of music and themes, such as Untold in Cluj-Napoca, for modern music; the George Enescu Festival in Bucharest, presenting classical music; the Open Air Blues Festival Brezoi in Brezoi/Vâlcea County; The Hearts Festival in Timișoara, featuring international folklore’ the Sibiu Jazz Festival; Suceava’s medieval Ștefan cel Mare Festival; and the Apulum Roman Festival in Alba Iulia.
2026 is declared Brâncuși Year as we celebrate 150 years form the birth of Constantin Brâncuși, known as the father of modern sculpture. Come to Gorj County to discover his roots!
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Exploring the rugged beauty of the Carpathian Mountains on foot
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A traditional circle dance brings the community together in the heart of Maramureș
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White pelicans thriving in the wild wetlands of the Danube Delta
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Exploring the rugged beauty of the Carpathian Mountains on foot
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A traveler gazes up at Constantin Brâncuși’s Endless Column in Târgu Jiu, Romania
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