This website is an archive from 2016

This site was actively maintained from 2006 to 2016. Since then I have kept it online for historical interest, but have made no further updates. Much of the information in these pages is now incorrect or obsolete.

Romania

Romania | A Closer Look

In these pages I take a closer look at some of my favourite places in Romania. Only Transylvania is covered so far, but I intend to write about other destinations in future.

View of Brasov's Council Square from Mount Tampa

Braşov and Surroundings

The southeastern corner of Transylvania conveniently gathers many of the province's most attractive features into one place. Within an hour's journey from Braşov's mediaeval heart you can find towering mountains, gothic castles, rolling fields, thick forests, and villages with fortified churches. You could hit the highlights in a couple of days or spend two weeks exploring - read this article to help you decide.
Sighisoara

Three towns in Transylvania

The Land Beyond the Forest is one of Europe's most intriguing corners, a complex patchwork of Romania, Hungarian, and German influences set in an appealing and mostly unspoiled landscape. Sibiu, Sighişoara and Cluj rank among the highlights of the region.