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TOP 10 REASONS
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Why travel to Sibiu: Find out the top 10 reasons to visit
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A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A Sneak Peek into Sibiu
- The greatest German minority in Romania resides in Sibiu, a city in southern Transylvania that begs to be explored on foot.
- The city created a distinct distinction between the Lower Town, home to artisans and merchants, and the Upper Town, home to the wealthier residents and the religious elite, atop a slope surrounded by elaborate rings of defences.
- A maze of winding stairs, corridors, and alleys connects the two.
- These walkways transform travelling around into a discovery quest by snaking under vaults and traversing brick ravines.
- Furthermore, there has never been a better time to travel than now, as attractions like the Grand and Little Square have been updated due to Romania's EU membership.
- Capital: Sibiu
- International Airport: Sibiu International Airport(SBZ)
- Population: 155 045
- Currency: Romanian Leu
- Time: GMT+2
- Driving Side: Right
- Main Electricity: 230V
- Official Language: German
- Religion: Evangelical Lutheran
02
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
Top Tourist Attractions in Sibiu
- Stop to admire the art in the Orthodox Cathedral.
- Learn about Romanian art at the Brukenthal Museum
- Visit one of Sibiu's three religious landmarks.
- Stroll down Strada Nicolae Balcescu.
- Taste a local Romanian treat.
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SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
Best Months to Visit Sibiu
- Sibiu experiences its best weather in July, August, and September.
- The hottest months are often July and August.
- The coldest month of the year is January.
- It rains the most in May and June.
04
WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
The Best Places to Visit in Sibiu
ASTRA Museum of Traditional Folk Civilisation
- Four kilometres south of Sibiu, in the Dumbrava Forest, there is a fantastic outdoor museum in the Swedish "Skansen" style.
- With 96 hectares and a ten-kilometre track that passes by restored homes, windmills, livestock paddocks, workshops, churches, and farms from all across Romania, the size is amazing.
- More than 300 structures showcase a variety of architectural styles, as well as the creativity and resourcefulness of Romanian rural residents.
- With personnel bringing to life centuries-old customs and skills from weaving to cooking, many homes and workshops are more than static exhibits.
- Also, the museum has a lake where you may rent a rowboat in the summer, and there are frequent folk celebrations with vibrant traditional costumes and dances.
Piața Mare (Grand Square)
- Since Sibiu's plan was created in 1366, this enormous rectangular square has been the city's focal point.
- One of Transylvania's largest squares, the Grand Plaza is 142 metres long and 93 metres wide, making it an appropriate location for markets, fairs, and executions.
- One of Romania's finest Baroque buildings, the Brukenthal Palace, is in the northwest corner.
- The dramatic mayor's office, constructed at the turn of the 20th century, contrasts with the vast but extremely quiet Jesuit Church, which is also Baroque and dates from the 18th century.
- Take a moment to observe Casa Haller, located at number 10, and Casa Lutsch (Centre for Romania's German Minority), located at number 13.
Piața Mică (Small Square)
- To reach the Little Square, which is quite huge and has a somewhat erratic shape, enter the portal beneath the Council Tower.
- The lovely Bridge of Lies, which we'll discuss later, spans the substantial brick barriers in the middle and spirals down to the Lower Town.
- Merchant houses surrounded the area from the 14th to the 16th century, frequently referred to as the "eyes of Sibiu" because of their little dormers on their roofs and cool, shaded arcades on the ground floors.
- The first pharmacy in Sibiu is located at number 26, in a structure that dates back to 1568.
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DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
Sibiu Off the Beaten Track
Sibiu Lutheran Cathedral
- One of the greatest and biggest Gothic churches in Transylvania is Sibiu's Lutheran Cathedral, which was started in 1371 and finished in 1520.
- Go to the east side first, where a carving of Jesus at the Mount of Olives from the latter quarter of the 15th century may be found on the choir's southern front.
- The narthex, converted into a separate chapel in the middle of the 19th century and decorated with ledger stones and monuments to Sibiu's greatest figures, is also quite important.
- One is for Samuel von Brukenthal, the Habsburg governor who left a lasting influence on the city at the turn of the 19th century, and the oldest is for the Sibiu mayor Georg Hecht from 1498.
Brukenthal National Museum
- The headquarters for a museum with several locations throughout Sibiu is the opulent mansion of the Habsburg governor of Transylvania, Samuel von Brukenthal.
- More than 200 years ago, this organisation was first established utilising Brukenthal's own holdings.
- The Brukenthal Art Galleries in his home are filled with paintings from the Renaissance, Baroque, and Rococo eras by German, Flemish, Dutch, Italian, French, and Spanish artists.
- Two of Romania's four Peter Paul Rubens paintings are displayed here to give you a sense of the standard.
- The museum is awash in Transylvanian artwork, including works by the avant-garde surrealist János Mattis-Teutsch and the landscape painter Johann Böbel.
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CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
Sibiu Culture and Traditions
- Sibiu, or Hermannstadt in German, was the greatest of the seven Saxon citadels founded in the 12th century by Saxons who came to Transylvania.
- The world's first homoeopathic laboratory (opened in 1797 by Samuel von Hahnemann), the first hospital on Romanian territory (attested in 1292), the first pharmacy from Romania (attested in 1494), the oldest museum in Romania (Bruckenthal, opened in 1817), Sibiu's first theatrical performance staged in the Great Tower in 1778. The first book written in the Romanian language in 1544 is associated with this location.
- An overview of the Sibiu structure shows a two-levelled city, the Upper and Lower town, divided by remnant portions of the mediaeval fortification and linked by tiny streets that open into vast squares.
- While the Upper Town contained the richer residents and most business operations, the Lower Town housed the manufacturing region.
- The Huet Square, the Little Square, the Great Square, the Passage of Steps that connects the Upper and Lower Towns, the Bridge of Lies, and the Goldsmiths' Square can all be found in Sibiu's historical core.
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FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
Sibiu: Food, Fun & Fashion Guide
Crama Sibiul Vechi
#Food
- When travelling to Romania, you must eat traditional Romanian cuisine.
- Try it while you're in Sibiu at Crama Sibiul Vechi, housed in a wine basement and furnished with antique towels, plates, and jugs.
- Authentic fare, including chicken soup, bean soup, polenta with cheese and bacon, pork sausages, sarmale, and papanasi, can be found on the menu.
- Despite the menu's emphasis on meat, some delectable vegetarian choices include eggplant salad or polenta.
- You can count on two things: first, you'll learn.
Old Lisbon
#Food
- Old Lisbon Restaurant is a Portuguese restaurant you would not have expected to discover in a Romanian city.
- Fish and seafood with piri piri (a hot pepper), black pepper, cinnamon, vanilla, saffron, garlic, coriander, and parsley are the major ingredients they emphasise.
- The list could go on because Portuguese cuisine is a mouthwatering medley of flavours.
- Brown rice with shellfish, pork with clams, and fried cubed potatoes are some of the house specialities.
- Still, the menu also offers a wide selection of fish plates, meat plates, pasta, vegetarian dishes, and decadent desserts.
Enzo Ristorante e Caffe
#Food
- Enzo Restaurant e Caffe is a must-visit establishment for everyone who enjoys Italian cuisine.
- Nothing is lacking from the classic Mediterranean menu made by Italian cooks, which includes pizza, spaghetti, seafood, lasagna, and oysters.
- A cosy ambience and a magnificent terrace open throughout the summer complement the straightforward architecture.
Promenada Sibiu mall
#Fashion
- After the excitement of the grand opening has subsided, investigate the amenities the new venue offers.
- Promenada Mall aspires to be more than just a shopping mall; it is a promenade in the real sense of the word.
- And that's exactly what it will be, focusing on leisure spaces such as a cinema, restaurants, and cafes, as well as terraces and locations for outdoor cultural events overlooking the city's Historic Center.
Arka Park
#Fun
- Twenty-four kilometres from Sibiu, Arka Park is located in the Pltini mountain resort.
- The location is situated in a stunning natural setting with a wide view of the Cindrel Mountains.
- Children and adults alike are drawn to the park's attractions, which provide a memorable outdoor experience.
- You will be tested on the following routes at Arka Park:
- One extremely simple route for kids between the ages of 3 and 7.
- Two kid-friendly, low-difficulty paths.
- Two easy-medium routes suitable for both adults and kids.
- Two routes of medium difficulty for both adults and children.
- Two adult and kid courses with a high degree of difficulty.
- One path of medium complexity for teams.
- Three zip lines for both adults and kids.
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NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
Sibiu: Natural Beauty & Safari Adventures
- The two main attractions of the Făgăraş Mountains are Bâlea Lake and Bâlea Waterfall, which are located at the summit of Transfăgărăşan Road.
- The lovely lake covers 46 hectares and is 2,034 metres (6,673 feet).
- Treks in the Făgăraş Mountains, which have peaks that rise to a height of more than 2,000 metres (6,561 feet), can be started from Bâlea Lake and follow the mountain range's rocky slopes, spectacular valleys, and crevasses.
- You can travel the amazing Transfăgărăşan Road, a 90-kilometre (56-mile) route that winds through the Făgăraş Mountains, to get to the lake.
- But, during winter, the only way to get there is by cable car from Bâlea Waterfall.
09
EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
Sibiu Must-Attend Festivals and Events
- Sibiu transforms into a massive stage with over 2850 musicians and special guests over ten days.
- The Sibiu International Theatre Festival fully alters the city by staging performances in more than 60 locations, including churches, landmarks, bars, and traditional theatre settings.
- The Festival strives to make it easier for numerous spectators to participate in the city's cultural life.
- A vibrant community of 300 young volunteers from Romania, Hungary, Japan, Korea, Canada, Switzerland, Germany, and France also congregates at the Sibiu International Theatre Festival.
- In addition, the Festival annually welcomes approximately 200 journalists and bloggers from Romania and beyond.
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