4 Epic Towns You Have to Visit in Transylvania

Delia Tugui | October 30, 2015

The cultural vibe in Cluj-Napoca will keep us busy

Here we are, in Transylvania’s capital and biggest city – Cluj-Napoca! With baroque buildings, wide boulevards and bohemian bars, this place holds an impressive touristic heritage.

But Cluj-Napoca will show us an unexpected, different kind of Transylvania. The city is home to the largest student population in Romania, so nightlife over here is one of the most entertaining we’ll ever experience. Let’s take advantage and party all night long!

OK, but what about during the day?, you’ll probably ask. No worries, we’ll be busy seeing the Franciscan Church (Biserica Franciscană), the bohemian Museum Square (Piața Muzeului) and the Union Square (Piața Unirii), among other jaw dropping significant sights and monuments. You already want to get back here sometime, don’t you?

Yes, Transylvania has a lot to offer. Never spend less than a week here! And, whatever you decide to do, be sure to have a camera on hand because you’ll have hundreds of pictures to take, rest assured!

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