If you’re planning to visit castles in Romania, and are finding it difficult to know which one to choose, the below guide will help you!
If you ask anyone what they think of when they hear ‘Romania’, Dracula and Transylvania will probably be two of the most popular answers.
The Transylvania region is iconic for its castles and tales of knights, kings and legends. There’s also a famous story about a vampire called Dracula that you may have heard of…
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The Best Castles in Romania to Visit
Below is information on the best castles in Romania to help you decide which you should choose during your visit.
Whether you’re interested in Count Dracula himself, or the history of Romania and Eastern Europe, you’ll find a castle in Romania to suit what you’re looking for.
1. Dracula’s (Bran) Castle
Let’s start with Bran Castle, often associated with the legendary Count Dracula. Bran is perhaps Romania’s most iconic and mysterious fortress.
You can explore the winding corridors, secret passageways, and medieval chambers as you delve into the myths and legends that shroud this fortress in mystery.
This is the one everyone wants to see and visit, however it’s not actually the most breathtaking in Transylvania…
2. Peles Castle
The title of ‘Most Breathtaking’ actually belongs to Peles Castle.
Built as a royal summer residence for King Carol I, the grand Peles Castle boasts amazing craftsmanship and intricately carved designs.
You won’t find Dracula here, but you will see a fairytale-eske castle that could easily belong in DisneyLand.
Choosing Which Castles in Romania to Visit
If you have time during your trip, why not make a day of it and see both castles in Romania. Each are unique and have something different to offer.
But if you only have time to see one castle, then you will need to make a decision – the creepy Dracula home… or the more glamorous option.
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By Orlagh Shanks
Orlagh Shanks is the Editor of Orlagh Claire, an award-winning travel and lifestyle blog.
After working in the PR & Influencer Marketing industry, Orlagh quit her job to travel Asia for 12 months and moved to Sydney, Australia where she is now a full-time travel blogger and content creator sharing travel tips and recommendations for all 30 of the countries she’s visited so far.
