Wooden Churches of Maramures, Bucharest

The Wooden Churches of Maramures comprise a set of eight churches that are also incredible examples of a variety of architectural solutions from various times in history. Each of these churches are characteristically tall, with slim clock towers at one end of the building, and have single or double roofs that are covered by shingles.

Explore some of Romania’s most amazing Carpathian forests with a tour of the Vaser Valley Forestry Railway. This area is considered one of the most beautiful places in Romania and it is also the only European railway that is still used for timber production. You can hop onto one of the several steam powered trains that are operated here and begin your tour from in Viseu de Sus.

Surrounded by high walls and well fortified towers, Sucevita is a great monastic complex that was founded in the late 16th century by Gheorghe Movila, Bishop of Radauti. You can witness an impressive structure with a steeple resting on a star shaped base and gigantic eaves protecting the outside frescoes that have been painted by local artists.

This small yet stunning Stavropoleos Church is built in Brancovenesc style by a Greek monk Ioanikie Stratonikeas. The church is known as a unique landmark in the city, with intricate features like wood and stone carvings in its structure. It has elements of both Romanian and Byzantine architecture with 18th century tombstones.

Discover one of the planet’s most spectacular underground formations that has been shaped by people by heading to one of the best places to visit in Romania. Located in one of Romania’s oldest and most important settlements, these underground formations have been created by people in a special natural environment in the depths of Transylvania. The salt mine has been recently transformed into an incredibly amazing amusement park.

This amazing art Museum is housed in the previous Royal Palace, a majestic structure that was once home to Romania's dictator. This popular art Museum nestles within its walls the best collection of medieval and modern Romanian art. The Art Museum is also home to the Royal collection of Roaminanand European art that dates back to the 15th century.