The history behind the colonization of Romania by the Germans dates back to the 12^th Century. Transylvania,  a beautiful town in central Romania was inhabited by the German ethnic minority during this period and hence, they were known as the ‘Transylvanian Saxons’. With such a rich historical background and wonderful scenic magnificence, Transylvania in Romania has successfully attracted thousands of visitors and tourists. There are many dimensions to the country’s landscape and as fascinating as it seems, Romania leaves the visitors completely spellbound by its Carpathian mountain range and Gothic castles and fortresses.

When you visit Romania, you would get to witness more than a dozen fortified churches which were constructed ages ago and still stand tall against the panoramic view of the hills and borders. The castles that are found in and around Romania made by the German settlers are not actually fortresses but churches. To save themselves from war, the German inhabitants fortified their churches in order to make them less vulnerable and keep it protected from its enemies. So, today the fortified churches that stand tall in Romania are all the mastermind results of the German settlers then.

Some of the towns in Transylvania which has its age old medieval essence still intact are Brasov, Sibiu and Sighisoara amongst others. These towns still hold on to the Old Saxon citadel ruins and its architectural beauty along with the cobblestone streets and vividly coloured houses with secret hidden passageways. Also known as the ‘Land beyond the forests’, Transylvania is indeed a mysterious land wherein Dracula, the blood thirsty vampire is said to have resided. Though considered to be a fictional character, yet it is a legendary story believed to be true by many. The Bran castles have a gothic story and sculpt to it. Apart from Bran, there are the fortified castles of Harman and also Prejmer, which is considered to be the largest fortified church in the whole of south-eastern Europe.

The World War II in the 19^th century changed things in Romania and the living Germans fled to their own nation fearing further violence and killing. A few of them that remained back continued to work hard and laboriously to keep their culture and heritage alive. The multi-ethnic heritage that co-exists in Romania is worth applauding. The cuisines, festivals, music and the dialects clearly send out the message of co-existence of different groups in harmony. The Apuseni mountain range is a sight of beauty with exquisiteness along with above 400 caves that lay hidden beneath giving nature enthusiasts the chance to explore them. With various different species of fauna and flora in the forests of Romania, the visit to this place can turn into a mesmerising jungle adventure if one desires.