Home of Dracula’s Legend

Romania is famously associated with Dracula, inspired by Vlad the Impaler, a 15th-century ruler of Wallachia. The legendary Bran Castle is often linked to the Dracula myth.

Transylvania Is Real

Transylvania, often thought to be fictional, is a real region in Romania known for its forests, castles, and medieval towns like Brașov and Sibiu.

Birthplace of the Modern Fountain Pen

Romanian inventor Petrache Poenaru created the first modern fountain pen in 1827, which was patented in France.

A Land of Castles and Fortresses

Romania is dotted with over 200 castles and fortresses, including the Corvin Castle, one of the largest Gothic-Renaissance castles in Europe.

Second-Longest River in Europe

The Danube River, Europe’s second-longest, flows through Romania and ends in the Danube Delta, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve teeming with wildlife.

Rich Folklore and Traditions

Romania has a deep tradition of folklore, music, and dance, especially in rural areas, where customs have been preserved for centuries.

Beautiful Carpathian Mountains

The Carpathians offer some of Europe’s most pristine natural landscapes, with opportunities for hiking, skiing, and spotting bears and lynx.

One of the Fastest Internet Speeds in Europe

Romania consistently ranks among the countries with the fastest internet speeds on the continent.

Painted Monasteries of Bukovina

In northeastern Romania, the UNESCO-listed painted monasteries, like Voroneț, are famous for their vibrant exterior frescoes.

Latin Roots in Eastern Europe

Romanian is a Romance language, making it one of the few Latin-based languages spoken in Eastern Europe, alongside its Slavic-speaking neighbors.