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Bucharest
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Bucharest
Once known as the 'Little Paris', <b>Bucharest</b>, Romania's capital, is known for its wide, tree-lined boulevards, and glorious Belle Epoque buildings. There is even an Arc de Triomphe on a boulevard longer than the Champs Elysees, with a variety of trees that flower beautifully in the spring. You will be intrigued by the city's eclectic mixture of architecture, from old monasteries and Orthodox Churches, to Second Empire mansions, the stolid Stalinist architecture of the communist years, and the colossal Parliament House, the second largest building in the world after the Pentagon.
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Visit and explore the amazing Palace of Parliament, Romanian Athenaeum, Dimitrie Gusti National Village Museum, King Michael I Park, Cismigiu Gardens, National Museum of Art of Romania, Stavropoleos Monastery, Arcul de Triumf, Revolution Square, National Museum of Romanian History, Cotroceni Palace, Mogosoaia Palace, University Square, Pasajul Macca-Vilacrosse, and so much more.
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Brasov
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Brasov
<b>Brasov</b> is a charming town, founded in 1211 on an ancient Dacian site, it exudes a distinct Medieval ambiance. Stroll around the old Town Hall Square where you can admire colorfully painted and ornately trimmed baroque structures. Don't miss the Black Church, the largest Gothic church in Romania. The nearby Bran Castle, of Dracula fame, can be easily reached from Brasov.
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Visit and explore the great Bran Castle, Black Church, Poiana Brasov, Rasnov Citadel, Strada Sforii, Seven Ladders Canyon, Piata Sfatului, First Romanian School Museum, St. Nicholas Church, Catherine's Gate, Piatra Mare Mountains, Council House, and so much more.
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Sighisoara
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Sighisoara
Founded in the 12th century by Saxons, <b>Sighisoara</b> still stands as one of the most beautiful medieval towns in Europe. This perfectly intact 16th century gem with nine towers, burgher houses and ornate churches rivals the historic streets of Old Prague or Vienna, and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This is the birthplace of Vlad Dracula, who inspired Bram Stoker's fictional creation. The landmark of the city is the Clock Tower, a 210 foot high tower built in 1556 that is now a museum of history.
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Visit and explore the Sighisoara Citadel, Sighisoara Clock Tower, Tailors' Tower, Vlad Dracula House, Tinsmiths' Tower, Ironsmiths' Tower, Evangelical Church from the Hill, Museum of History, Butchers' Tower, Holy Trinity Church, Furriers' Tower, and so much more.
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