What is it like to visit Transylvania?

While it's hard to avoid the creepy count, you'll also find hardwood forests, lush pastures and wildflower meadows. Travelling around Transylvania, described as 'the last truly medieval landscape in Europe', feels like you've gone back 100 years. read more

The famous Bran Castle near Braşov is Transylvania’s top tourist attraction. Image by Glen Pearson / Lonely Planet Dracula is real (sort of) Bram Stoker’s 1897 vampire novel was inspired by centuries-old superstition and the real-life exploits of Vlad Dracula. read more

Transylvania is truly amazing. It has a rich history and spectacular sites. See the magical Peleș and Pelişor Castles, go hiking in the Carpathian Mountains (there are trails to suit all fitness levels), drive the crazy Transfăgărășan road and visit the historic cities such as Brașov and Sibiu. There is just so much to see and do. read more