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A land of legends, castles, and contrasts—Romania offers dramatic landscapes, medieval towns, and rich traditions without the tourist crowds.

Modern bronze statue of a seated figure on a pedestal in Bucharest, set against an urban backdrop of historic architecture and parked cars.
Bucharest
Traditional wooden church in Maramureș, Romania, with a tall steeple, steep roofs, and carved details, surrounded by flowers and a stone path
Maramures

Language

The language spoken in Romania is Romanian.
Some common phrases are:
Bună – Hello
Mulțumesc – Thank You
O zi bună! – Have a Good Day!

Currency

The currency used throughout Romania is the Romanian Leu (RON).

Best Time to Travel

Late spring or early autumn offers mild weather and beautiful colour.

Fortified church in Viscri, Romania, with red-roofed towers and surrounding village homes, set on a grassy hill amid trees and rustic fencing.
At a glance

My impressions of Romania

Romania is a country of striking contrasts—shaped by many influences over the centuries. The communist era still casts a long shadow, but so do older layers of history, from ancient fortresses and dramatic castles to ornate Orthodox churches.

In Transylvania, the landscapes are as dramatic as the legends—this is the land of Vlad Dracula, after all. In rural Maramureș, age-old traditions are still part of daily life.

There’s a raw, untamed edge to Romania too—whether it’s the slow, old-fashioned trains, the dense forests, or the quiet thrill of knowing bears aren’t far away.

  • Transportation Tip – to get the best from your Romania adventure, you will need to hire a car. The railway system is unlike the rest of Europe. It’s reknown as slow and unreliable.
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