by Maria Iorga | Jun 18, 2020 | Active Holidays, Off the Beaten Track, Transylvania, Transylvania Family Adventure
Summer is finally here and the hiking season it’s on! Romania is a paradise for any outdoor lover. Hiking, trail running, or easy afternoon walks – anything you wish for, is available. You should add Romania hiking to your adventure list. It’s stunning in winter and...
by Maria Iorga | May 28, 2020 | Legends and Myths, Local Traditions, Romanian Folklore
The Romanian folklore is a big happy family. Vampires, fairies, mythological creatures, and monsters co-exist in tales and stories. Even more, from spooky legends to love rituals, Romanian culture has them all. What do you need today? Maybe it is a bedtime story,...
by Maria Iorga | May 4, 2020 | Legends and Myths, Local Traditions, Romanian Folklore
Romania is a land of magic. From wedding superstitions to magic nights, there are many Romanian rituals to be discovered. And guess what? Not everything is vampire-related. Even more, the spooky side of history is just a small part of the Romanian culture. Careful, if...
by Maria Iorga | Apr 20, 2020 | Legends and Myths, Local Traditions, Romanian Folklore, Romanian Folklore Creatures
Are you a mythology enthusiast? Then you must be familiar with the Romanian mythical monsters. No need to mention Transylvania vampires, right? But how about the Romanian dragons? Even though they are often confused with the zmeu or balaur, Romanian dragons have their...
by Maria Iorga | Mar 30, 2020 | Legends and Myths, Local Traditions, Romanian Folklore, Romanian Folklore Creatures
There are many stories about Transylvania Vampires. But how about the Romanian Dragon? Balaur in Romanian, this mythological character is usually associated with the history of European dragons. Like his siblings, the Romanian balaur is depicted as a giant reptile,...