Sighisoara, one hour North
of Brasov in the Heart of
Transylvania, is straight
out of medieval times. As
the best preserved and only
inhabited walled fortress in
Europe, Sighisoara sees its
share of Dracula fans. The
real life Dracula, Vlad
Tepes was born here (Read
more about Dracula) in a
house that still stands, and
has become a quaint
restaurant serving
traditional Romanian
cuisine, as well as
contemporary foods.
Once you enter the citadel,
you will think you have
stepped back some 500 years,
as little has changed inside
the walls of the fortress.
Passing under the 64M clock
tower, you will be
mesmerized
by the medieval architecture
and buildings well preserved
and still in use.
A must see in Sighisoara is
the weekly market, as
outlying villagers come in
horse drawn carriages to
sell there produce, cheese
or meats. The market is an
experience in itself for the
old time feel and genuine
people.
If you are planning a
summer trip to Romania, you
may want to consider the end
of July, as the medieval
arts festival hits
Sighisoara, and is a must
see if you are here. The
population of Sighisoara
grows more then 10 x as
people from all over Europe
come to see this work of
art. Sword fights in the
streets, with parades and a
real Carnival feel, the town
erupts with joy. You can
witness a witch burning in
the main square, or go to
one of the numerous beer
tents scattered all over
town.
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Other Destinations in
Transylvania
•
Brasov
•
Sibiu
•
Cluj-Napoca
Attractions
•
Clock
Tower
• Vlad Tepes
Birthplace
• Scholars' Stairs
Click here for Tours
available in Transylvania
