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From Anatolia to Altar: Ottoman Carpets in Transylvania

From Anatolia to Altar: Ottoman Carpets in Transylvania

Unveiling Transylvania’s Ottoman Carpet Legacy: Discover the Intriguing Journey from Anatolia to Altar, and the Surprising Role in Christian Churches. Delve into History, Art, and Cultural Paradoxes.From Anatolia to Altar: The Legacy of Ottoman Carpets in Transylvania...

How safe is Transylvania in 2024?

How safe is Transylvania in 2024?

Where is Transylvania? Transylvania is the most important historical region located central Romania, Eastern Europe, known for its picturesque landscapes, its medieval towns and castles, including Bran Castle, associated with the Dracula legend.Transylvania extends...

Gabor Gypsy Music: Resilience and Revival

Gabor Gypsy Music: Resilience and Revival

Origins and History of Gabor Gypsy Music and the impact of Gabor gypsy music on Balkan music Gabor gypsy music has a rich and unique tradition that combines elements of Oriental,  Hungarian and Roma music. Despite facing discrimination and marginalization, Gabor gypsy...

7 reasons to visit Transylvania in 2023

7 reasons to visit Transylvania in 2023

                Transylvania, located in central Romania, is a region that has captured the imagination of travelers for centuries. From its rich history and folklore to its stunning natural landscapes, Transylvania offers a...

Viscri will never be the same

Viscri will never be the same

With a heavy heart I learned today that Sara Dootz from Viscri has moved into eternity. She was the oldest Saxon lady in the village and for many years she took care of the most picturesque fortified church of Transylvania, opening its gates for tourists. Her...

Hoghilag, Tuberose`s Land

Hoghilag, Tuberose`s Land

Hoghilag is a Saxon established village in the very early 14th century located between Sighisoara and Medias with around 1000 inhabitants today. In the mid XXth century the Saxons, who were at the time the majority of the population, started to plant Tuberose...

Is Transylvania safe for tourists?

Is Transylvania safe for tourists?

Is Transylvania safe for tourists?     Yes it is, and you`ll be surprised to find out that Romania in general and Transylvania specifically are much safer than you expected. I know, it is a bit of paradox here and I will try to explain it as I did for...

Top 3 traditional Transylvanian cakes

Top 3 traditional Transylvanian cakes

Writing this post was not an easy job. There are so many tasty Transylvanian cakes that limiting myself to three was hard. So I have included my personal favorites in no particular order. My strong recommendation is that you should try at least those three your on...

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