Katarina & Hermann Kurmes , who were involved in the Carpathian Large Carnivore Project , a joint initiative of several national and international partners . Over the years , the project has had a complex approach , focusing on researching wolves , bears , lynxes and people , management and conservation , rural development , and public awareness . The rural development focuses mainly on developing eco-tourism , demonstrating to local communities that large carnivores are not only a burden for livestock production , but that their existence in the surrounding forest can contribute to income generation .
The project has been a huge success generating sustainable growth whilst bringing awareness and acceptance of large carnivores . The region has become a national nature reserve offering eco-tourism through hiking , skiing and wildlife watching .
Flavours are a huge asset to the region , and many foods can be discovered on Transylvania Moto Discoverer rides . Well known chefs , including Oana Coanta ( Female Chef of the Year 2019 ) and Thorsten & Juranda Kirschner offer a culinary experience that takes in local produce and techniques through the slow food cooking concept . Everything is fresh , local and the highest quality .
Architectural culture is explored on all Transylvania Moto Discoverer tours where riders learn of 900-year-old buildings constructed by the Saxons . Fortified cities , castles , colourful villages offer an experience that rates highly as many are UNESCO World Heritage sites .
Then there ’ s Dracula . Don ’ t be disappointed to hear you won ’ t find him or even vampires , the mystery of the tale has become a tourist trap and believe it or not , he never existed . Transylvania Moto Discoverer will , however , take you to the home of Prince Vlad Ţepeş Drăculea , the famous Vlad the Impaler , who ruled for a few decades of the 15th century in the Principality of Wallachia . You ’ ll learn of the facts , the history and blood thirsty reign of Vlad The Impaler .
It all starts with a call to Transylvania Moto Discoverer where they will be happy to help you with your travels .
More information on riding Transylvania can be found at transylvaniamotodiscoverer . com
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