Climbing to the top of the cathedral's bell tower offers sweeping views of these medieval ruins.

This hauntingly beautiful cemetery outside a medieval citadel is full of winding paths and ivy-covered graves.

Nine centuries-old fortresses guard the walls of this medieval Romanian city.

One of the most controversial statues in Romania is an emperor with no clothes.

Romania's triumphal arch looks out over Bucharest.

A medieval church built up to defend its village.

This communist behemoth is the heaviest building in the world and a legacy of a brutal regime.

A fire once nearly devoured this gorgeous 14th-century Gothic cathedral.

A stunning 18th century pharmacy and medieval chemist's collection.

The European towns of Brașov and Râșnov each have proud signs reminiscent of the Hollywood sign.

This snug medieval lane is one of the narrowest streets in the world.

Something's watching you.

The preserved arm of a third-century sorcerer is believed to have the power to lift curses and spells.

This elaborately decorated, fairytale-like Romanian royal palace is one of the most striking castles in Europe.

A giant portrait of an ancient king looms over the river.

The bust of Romania’s most notorious ruler, Vlad Dracula aka "Vlad the Impaler," keeps watch over the ruins of his medieval court.

Conspiracy theories and occult legends surround this mysterious natural rock formation.

This fairy-tale castle would make Dracula (who is said to have been imprisoned there) jealous.

The possible imprisonment of Vlad the Impaler here earned the medieval castle its nickname, "Dracula's Castle."

The romantic botanic tunnel feels like a well-kept secret.

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