Wandering the narrow streets of Brașov will make you fall in love with the city, which is best known for the vampire legends at nearby Bran Castle, aka Dracula’s Castle Copyright: Deepak Acharya
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In Pictures: A Magical Tour Of Brașov Through Its Laneways And Street Life

Bhubaneswar-based lifestyle blogger and photographer Deepak Acharya shares charming photographic vignettes from a recent trip to Brașov in Romania

Author : Deepak Acharya

Brașov is a Romanian city that will charm you with its medieval Saxon walls, Gothic-style Black Church, castles and cosy cafés. Although the city may not be as popular as major European ones like London or Paris, it still manages to attract thousands of tourists every year. I was there for a few days and was completely mesmerised by its beauty. From bar-hopping to sightseeing, I ensured I left nothing behind in exploring Brașov, which is surrounded by the marvellous Carpathian Mountains. The city's rich history, stunning architecture and amazing natural surroundings truly make it a hidden gem in Europe. I’m sharing some of my favourite images of the city with the hope they inspire you to take a trip.

A bird's eye view of Brașov from the famous Tâmpa Mountain provides an amazing panoramic scene of the city
Brașov looks mesmerising even after a downpour
The main building of Banca Transilvania of Brașov offers a beautiful view
Strolling through the city will introduce you to numerous historical buildings
There is no dearth of cafés and restaurants in Brașov, as the city is teeming with everything from Chinese to Asian cuisine
The city centre comes alive in the evening with people gathering to enjoy their precious moments
The Cetățuia Brașovului, popularly known as the Citadel of the Guard, is a small hilltop citadel that dates back to the 16th century. Tourists today use the site as a viewpoint for panoramic sights of the city
Die Stube is a charming German-inspired restaurant in the city, known for its delicious traditional dishes
The Pharmacy Café, one of Brașov's most popular cafés. It is famous for its peculiar structure as the whole café is dedicated to the pharmacy
A trip to Brașov is incomplete without indulging in sumptuous Romanian cuisine. The cabbage roll is quite popular among tourists and locals alike
Brașov after a downpour
Strada Sforii (Rope Street) is one of the narrowest streets in Europe. It measures only about 1.3 metres (4.3 feet) wide
A panoramic view of Brașov from the Brașov Citadel

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