Things to Do in Transylvania, Romania

Transylvania spans 36,850 square kilometers and contains Bran Castle, built in 1377 and featuring 60 rooms across 7 levels with original medieval architecture. The Carpathian Mountains, surrounding the region, reach 2,544 meters at peak elevation and harbor 300 protected wildlife species including brown bears. The region's medieval towns, some dating to 1200, maintain fortified walls with gates carved from stone.