OUR PLANET
See wildlife
Cruise along the Danube Delta , to see over 300 species of birds and foxes , otters , wildcats and boars in a vast expanse of watery wilderness . This is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and biosphere reservation ( www . romaniatourism . com / delta . html ).
Sibiu
Visit Sibiu , the chief city of the Transylvanian Saxons . Much of the four walls and 40 towers remain , and among its pretty blue , red , apricot and green painted houses are some of Romania ’ s best museums ( www . sibiu .
ro ).
Sighisoara
The exquisite medieval town of Sighisoara is a perfectly intact 15th century gem with nine towers , narrow passageways and cobbled streets , burgher houses and ornate churches . Sighisoara is also the birthplace of
Vlad Draculea , nicknamed Vlad the Impaler .
Traditional entertainment
Catch some traditional folk music and dancing ; shows can be seen in
many hotels and restaurants .
Visit a market
The piatas or markets are farmers ’ markets where fresh produce can be bought . Pick up some home made cheeses and breads , find a scenic spot
and have yourself a picnic afterwards .
Visit the Carpathian Mountains
The Carpathian Mountains , a densely forested mountainous area , are ideal for hiking . In winter , resorts such as Poiana Brasov and Predeal offer some of the best skiing in Eastern Europe or go bob-sleighing at Semenic
and Sinaia .
Walk the city
Wander around some of the most important streets in Bucharest : Calea Victoriei ( Victory Road ) which holds the The Vernescu House and Boulevards Gh . Magheru , Carol I , Calea Mosilor , Calea Dorobantilor and Soseaua Kiseleff
Romanian Consulate & Embassy : M . E . I . C . House , 344 Kensingtom High Street , London , W148NS - + 44 020 7602 9833 - londra . cons @ mae . ro
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