Journey through time and tradition
Those yearning for a vacation filled with unique experiences amidst breathtaking scenery and steeped in authentic traditions will find it all in Romania, the Carpathian Garden. Here, locals enrich these natural treasures with their unique culture, a vibrant mosaic woven from the threads of Dacian and Roman influences, Byzantine artistry and echoes of countless other cultures that have graced these lands.
Romania boasts a diverse UNESCO heritage encompassing tangible and intangible cultural treasures alongside wondrous natural wonders. A journey through these cultural gems might begin in the north, where Maramureș and Bucovina unveil their treasures: the intricate wooden churches and the awe-inspiring churches adorned with exterior frescoes, standing testaments to medieval architectural mastery. Continuing southward, delve into the heart of Transylvania, where Saxon fortified churches, the medieval citadel of Sighișoara, and ancient Dacian fortresses whisper tales of the past. Further south, in Oltenia, lies the Monastery of Hurezi, a symbol of the emblematic Brancovenesc architectural style.
Explore the multitude of cultural routes that snake across Romania: 34 national routes, 70 regional routes, and 42 local routes, each offering a unique perspective on the country’s rich heritage. Furthermore, Romania proudly contributes to 12 Cultural Routes of the Council of Europe and five transnational cultural routes.
A noteworthy route is the Via Mariae, a Central European pilgrimage route that connects various sites dedicated to the Virgin Mary. In 2023, the segment within Suceava County received the second prize in the European Cultural Tourism Network (ECTN) – Destination of Sustainable Cultural Tourism competition, in acknowledgment of its contribution to the category of Spiritual, Religious, and Pilgrimage Tourism. In 2021, in the same competition, the Cultural Tourist Route of the Wooden Churches in Romania and Moldova won second place in recognition of its contribution to Transnational Thematic Tourism Products, including European Cultural Routes. This route encompasses around 400 wooden churches, seven in Moldova, each holding significant cultural and historical value and dating back to medieval times.
Romania beckons with captivating beauty and a cultural tapestry waiting to be unraveled. Are you ready to embark on your unforgettable journey?
