Transylvania is more than the setting for what is most likely the most famous horror story in the world. Bram Stoker's Dracula has instilled fear in the bravest of hearts since it was written in 1897. The region offers more though, even if the fame of the book has led many to travel to these parts of the world, hoping to get a glimpse of the Count himself. Perhaps you're thinking about creating a good nest egg for the trip by using Ladbrokes sign up offer or maybe you already have your travel budget in order. Either way it's always good to get some suggestions as to what to do when you reach your destination. Especially if it is the first time you travel to Transylvania. The region is widely recognised as one of the most beautiful destinations in Romania and even though there are quite a few of them around, Transylvania has many travellers coming back for seconds. There is just something about the cities, the preserved medieval architecture and the natural landscape that captures people's attention. Each small village has its own unique charm due to historical legacies which has left a fascinating mix of cultures. This is also where it is possible to find many of the traditions that the people of the region tirelessly preserve through different events during the year. If you are looking for genuine Transylvania as well as contemporary flair, here are some suggestions for you to check out during your next visit.
A few suggestions
1. Transylvania International Film Festival, held around the month of June it contains seminars, workshops, concerts and film projections for a week.
2. ARTmania Festival in Sibiu, the open-air festival in July caters to rock music lovers with live performances from various artists as well as visual art exhibitions and film screenings.
3. Visit the famous Merry Cemetery, the festival takes place each year in Sapanta and incorporates culture, music and traditional games. Plan your trip to August in order to not miss this great opportunity.
4. The International Theatre festival in Sibiu is one of the most important performing arts festivals in the world and for one week in June the area is covered with street performances, dance, exhibitions and much more.
5. Lads of Brasov, a traditional celebration that takes place in Brasov on the first day of the Orthodox Easter.
6. The Full Moon Festival in a beautiful Saxon village host a horror film festival every year during the summer.
7. Sighisoara is on UNESCO's World Heritage list and is one of the most well-preserve medieval towns in the world.
8. The Sibiu Light Festival where thousands of lights create a fairy-tale.
9. Oktoberfest in Brasov means enjoying Romanian music while drinking delicious beer.
10. The Medieval Festival Transylvanian Fortresses offers visitors a glimpse of the past while experiencing what life was like during the Middle ages.
Choose wisely, although to be honest, you can’t really go wrong with either choice you make.
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