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The Best Ancient Ruins in Romania

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Ancient ruins in Romania

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    Cetatea Poienari , Arefu
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    A ruined 13th-century citadel perched on a steep cliff, Cetatea Poienari owes its fame to its former resident--a fierce medieval ruler who in
    Tours from $77
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    Cetatea Rupea , Rupea
    3.9
    Ruin
    Tours from $55
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    Sarmizegetusa Regia , Hunedoara County
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    Ruin
    Sarmizegetusa Regia, also Sarmisegetusa, Sarmisegethusa, Sarmisegethuza, Ζαρμιζεγεθούσα (Zarmizegethoúsa) or Ζερμιζεγεθούση (Zermizegethoúsē)
    Tours from $301
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    Suceava Fortress , Suceava
    3.9
    Ruin
    Tours from $456
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    Chindiei Tower (Sunset Tower) , Targoviste
    4.4
    Ruin
    The Chindia Tower (Romanian: Turnul Chindiei) is a tower in the Curtea Domnească monuments ensemble in Târgovişte, Romania, built in the 15th
    Tours from $6
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    Romania

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    An image of ancient architecture contrasted against a backdrop of vivdly green landscape represents the country of Romania, which features a diversity of landscape that has been largely undeveloped. With numerous mountain, valley, and lakeside resorts, an abundance of activities await outdoor enthusiasts. The other side of Romanian tourism is its impressive collection of ancient ruins, prehistoric fortresses, and medieval castles. Many of these date back to prehistoric times, the Ottoman Empire, and Austro-Hungarian rule, the influences of which are still apparent in preserved details. Tourism in Romania is not as prevalent as other countries, which this makes the travel experience here feel more authentic and awe-inspiring. Check out this simple but captivating country and discover its natural and historic beauty. Romania is in Europe. Use our Romania trip planner to arrange the details of your trip to Romania and other destinations.
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