Things to do in Transylvania, Romania: The Best Monuments & Statues

August 4, 2021 Rosalyn Ihle

Transylvania is a historical region in today's central Romania. Bound on the east and south by its natural borders, the Carpathian mountain range, historical Transylvania extended westward to the Apuseni Mountains. The term sometimes encompasses not only Transylvania proper, but also the historical regions of Crișana and Maramureș, and occasionally the Romanian part of Banat.
Restaurants in Transylvania

1. Wesselenyi Statue

Piata Maniu Iuliu, Zalau 450016 Romania http://www.turismzalau.ro/index.php/en/tourist-sites/tourist-sites-in-zalau/wesseleny-statue
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Wesselenyi Statue

2. Farkaslaka

Lupeni Romania
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Farkaslaka

3. Monumentul Ostasului Roman

Bd. 25 Octombrie, Carei 445100 Romania
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Monumentul Ostasului Roman

Reviewed By Tiberiu_Baranyi - Timisoara, Romania

25 Oct 1944 the battle of Carei - minor skirmish in WWII , but of major importance for Romania this was the day where the last major city was freed from the armies of the III-rd Reich. And ever since the day of 25 in the moth of October is commemorated as the Day of the Romanian Army. The monument is definitely majestic - 18 m (width/span) by 12 m (height) - creation of the artist Vida Geza ( sculptor born in Baia Mare - with Hungarian ancestry, member of the Romanian Communist party and creator of several thematic sculptures and monuments.), when analyzed with due diligence you shall discover several symbols - will not detail those here- but for sure what is worth mentioning is the undoubted influence of the artists roots in Maramures ... (for those of you who've been in Maramures it is obvious for those of you who don't - well it is a point to put on your bucket list !! - "Go visit Maramures!"). Overall a worthy monument (even that is raised in the communist era or Romania, a time of persecution and rewriting of history, elimination of thinkers and intellectual elites. ) erected in the memory of fallen soldiers. If you are in Carei - stop for a few min ... pay your respects - maybe take some pics , it is worth it!!

4. The Imperial Baths

Strada Izvorului 4 Across from the City Central Park, Baile Herculane 325200 Romania
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The Imperial Baths

Reviewed By joannastag

Aside spending some time strolling around the resort town Baile Herculane, (the first documented resort in Romania, that was at the peak of its development during the 19th century), you can also enjoy some interesting locations such as the derelict Neptune Baths, a monument of the 19th century architecture, the Hercules statue, the Old Train Station built in 1886, the Casino, and a Museum displaying ancient Roman artifacts inside the Roman Hotel. Don't miss the beautiful sight of a sequoia tree by the Old Train Station. The city itself is quaint and utterly romantic, with lots of beer gardens, gazebos, and bistros, great for honeymooners. Its sulfur spas are great for people who suffer of dermatitis and other immune skin conditions. For the fit traveler in search of adventures, a great gateway to Domogled National Park (park entrance is located 10 minutes drive from downtown) or Nera Valley National Park .

5. Izvorul Conteselor

Strada Castanilor, Baile Herculane 325200 Romania http://mapio.net/place/33586165/
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Izvorul Conteselor

6. Vila Elisabeta

Strada Cerna no 5-7, Baile Herculane 325200 Romania http://banatour.eu/poi_details.do
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Vila Elisabeta

7. Rex Matia Corvin Statue

Piata Unirii, Cluj-Napoca Romania
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4.5 based on 411 reviews

Rex Matia Corvin Statue

Reviewed By Compass131313131313 - Dallas, United States

Located in the heart of the Cluj city it is the most popular statuary group next to the Catholic Cathedral. A must see if you ever visit Cluj Napoca.

8. Saint George Statue

Strada Kogalniceanu Mihail, Cluj-Napoca 400084 Romania
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Saint George Statue

Reviewed By Viorel_25 - Sibiu, Romania

The equestrian statue represents Saint George dressed in links, killing a dragon, whose body is covered with scales identical to the link on the saint's armor.

9. Statue of Liberty

Strada Varful Cu Dor Romanian-Hungarian Reconciliation Park, Parcul Reconcilierii, Arad Romania https://aradheritage.wordpress.com/heritage/the-monument-of-liberty/
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4.5 based on 22 reviews

Statue of Liberty

10. Timisoara Historical Center

Timisoara 300003 Romania http://www.timisoara-info.ro/ro/atracii-turistice
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Timisoara Historical Center

Reviewed By 856dianam - Heidelberg, Germany

Communism destroyed a lot of the city's monuments, the beautiful edifices of this square were left for decay. Lucky Timisoara will be European Cultural capital 2021 and is making efforts to show itself from its best side. Visiting in the later half of 2020 will have you encounter more construction sites and buildings under renovation than you probably fancy. Just a warning. The square features a mix of architectural styles, the Hapsburg era being the most prevalent. Even if not in need of medication pay a visit to the only pharmacy in the square, it still has all original apothecary interior. The Serbian episcopacy and St. George's cathedral are testimony of the peaceful melting pot that this part of Romania has always been. Don't miss. The bars and restaurants will provide a lovely break and chance to people watch.

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