Established one century later by Neagoe Basarab, the monastery was considered at the time of its building one of medieval times wonders. This distinction generated many popular songs and myths, among which one of the most famous for the Romanian folk songs: the legend of Manole the calf. This story
It seems incredible that during the XIV-th century, on the top of a high mountain, a stone citadel was built in these regions. We believe that the first tower was built by Negru Voda, the legendary founder figure of the first state here. The citadel is historically bound to Vlad Țepeș. He was the
While you are comfortably enjoying your stay at Hotel Subcarpati, surrounded by contemporary design and urban foods, it is really hard to imagine the way people lived here in medieval times. Our recommendation: get a bit out of town and visit a sit which originates in the first centuries of the
We take a bit more time on legends territory with our next recommendation: Vidraru Lake – home of myth born vidras, magical animals that travel between this world and the Spirits World though the deep waters of this high mountain lake. Extraordinary location for the natural views, excellent air
The Black Prince came to this area from the high Făgăraș Mountains, the legend says. Today, from the high mountains one of the most beautiful roads in the world leads to the open fields: Transfăgărășanul. Among breath taking panoramas, this impressive road also accommodates two special monuments
Many pages have been written about the Royal Church of Curtea de Argeș (Biserica Domnească din Curtea de Argeș), but today one of its most interesting aspects is investigated by the GENESIS project. A mixed researchers team struggles to solve through bio-genetical-archeological skills one
We shall not know what will become and remain of today’s people in the memory of tomorrow’s people. What we know and care most about is our ability to cherish the cultural heritage our region has for centuries by knowing and sharing it with our lovely guests. For any details or recommendations, we
