Coltesti fortress was built around 1296 by the sub-voivode Thoroczkay Vencel. The fortress was confiscated by king Matei Corvin in 1470 and in 1514 it was devastated by the people of Gh. Doja. 1713 it was demolished by the Austrian troops.
Romania Simply Surprising
Sighisoara, Cradle of Legends
Many people think of Romania as a Eastern-European country – as it was, once, part of the Soviet block. But Romania’s Transylvania is in Central Europe, and as such, you can expect many similarities with other Central European countries. In cities like Sibiu, Arad, Timisoara, Sighisoara the German influence is strong – and it can [...]
The Living Fires of Buzău (Focurile Vii)
The Living Fires of Lopătari, Buzău are among the most mysterious, and unusual, phenomena you may find in nature, on a hiking path, within your reach. That’s if you know where to look. Romania was blessed with a few such miracles, places that could become its landmark tourist attractions, yet few is known about them. [...]
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