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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Brașov

3 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Brașov, Romania

Updated March 7, 2018

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Strada Sforii

Brașov, Romania

Strada Sforii (Rope Street)

This snug medieval lane is one of the narrowest streets in the world.
The Gothic church towers above the Old Town.

Brașov, Romania

Biserica Neagră (The Black Church)

A fire once nearly devoured this gorgeous 14th-century Gothic cathedral.
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Transylvania's "Hollywood" Signs

The European towns of Brașov and Râșnov each have proud signs reminiscent of the Hollywood sign.
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Hintz House apothecary crucible room, cellar

Cluj-Napoca, Romania

Museum of Pharmacy

Known as the Hintz House, this medieval pharmacy has been an apothecary's haven for nearly 450 years.
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Church as viewed from main square

Cluj-Napoca, Romania

St. Michael’s Church

This Transylvanian church has changed its denomination four times.
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The Taxidermy Room

Cluj-Napoca, Romania

Zoological Museum

The Natural History Museum that time forgot.
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Hoia-Baciu.

Cluj-Napoca, Romania

Hoia-Baciu Forest

Some call this eerie forest of crooked trees the "Bermuda Triangle of Romania."
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