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

By Deepak Acharya

Updated on: 12 Dec 2024, 11:54 am

Copyright: Deepak Acharya : 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

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.

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A bird's eye view of Brașov from the famous Tâmpa Mountain provides an amazing panoramic scene of the city Copyright: Deepak Acharya

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Brașov looks mesmerising even after a downpour Copyright: Deepak Acharya

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The main building of Banca Transilvania of Brașov offers a beautiful view Copyright: Deepak Acharya

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Strolling through the city will introduce you to numerous historical buildings Copyright: Deepak Acharya

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There is no dearth of cafés and restaurants in Brașov, as the city is teeming with everything from Chinese to Asian cuisine Copyright: Deepak Acharya

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The city centre comes alive in the evening with people gathering to enjoy their precious moments Copyright: Deepak Acharya

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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 Copyright: Deepak Acharya

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Die Stube is a charming German-inspired restaurant in the city, known for its delicious traditional dishes Copyright: Deepak Acharya

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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 Copyright: Deepak Acharya

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A trip to Brașov is incomplete without indulging in sumptuous Romanian cuisine. The cabbage roll is quite popular among tourists and locals alike Copyright: Deepak Acharya

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