A medieval church built up to defend its village.

Romania's "Red Ravine" is a little-known natural wonder that bears a resemblance to the Grand Canyon.

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

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

Something's watching you.

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

A collection of items from a way of life that no longer exists.

One of the oldest churches in Romania is believed to have been built on the site of a pagan temple.

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

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

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

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

The legendary cliffside castle of three-time Voivode of Wallachia, Vlad the Impaler.

Religious structure known for its sculpted details.

The growing stones of Romania.

A Romanian church built from one single oak.

Moss and stone turn this waterfall into an otherworldly liquid veil.

A celebration of all things tacky, garish, and bizarrely creative in the Romanian capital.

A muddy alien landscape that is home to rare species of exotic plants.

A fiery crater has been burning in the Karakum Desert since 1971.

This eccentric folly house was designed by Romanian thinker Bogdan-Petriceicu Hasdeu, with a helping hand from his deceased daughter's spirit.

This solitary monastery may hold the remains of Vlad the Impaler (but probably not).

17th century palace once a meeting place for politicians.

Romania's triumphal arch looks out over Bucharest.