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	Geotourism Opportunities in Romania

Romania offers natural scenery and wildlife, along with traditional villages and architecture steeped in medieval history. Maramures, in the north, and Transylvania, in the center, are especially rich and unspoiled.

Maramures: Arguably the most traditional region in the country, Maramures is one place to experience true Romanian culture.
Wooden churches: The region's magnificent wooden churches, dating from the 17th century, blend architectural designs of both East and West. Eight are World Heritage Sites. For a leaflet and map, contact Ioana Dumitru, Regional Tourism Program Manager. (IDumitru@chf.ro)

Transylvania and the Carpathian Mountains: Sure, it's the home of fictitious Dracula, but this region deserves to be better known for its natural beauty, history, and the survival of its historic villages.
Transylvania with a count: Count Kálnoky, exiled for 50 years, has returned to his family's home and opened an authentic Transylvanian guesthouse. Meals are served at large round tables and use local ingredients from the farm or the local village, complete with Romanian wines. The local employees and guides share their home and history with guests.
Horseback riding: These tours allow you to see the beauty of this mountainous area and meet the local craftsmen and farmers whose wares you'll use.
Wildlife viewing: Transylvania is one of Europe's last holdouts for large carnivores—bears, wolves, and lynx. Learn how to track animal prints and see the creatures that made them.

National tour operators who can help you plan your trip to Romania include:
Atlantic Tour (tel + 40 21 3127757) office@atlantic.ro
Brava Tour (tel + 40 31 1023723) rezervare@bravatour.ro
Butterfly Tourism (tel + 40 21 2237803) verabarbulescu@butterfly.ro
Carpe Diem Travel (tel + 40 21 3142464) office@carpediemtravel.ro
CMB Travel (tel + 40 21 3113105) office@cmbtravel.ro
Galaxy Tours (tel + 40 21 3086093) incoming@galaxytours.ro
Tiriac Travel (tel + 40 21 3102922) site@tiriac-travel.ro

Click here for general information on travel in Romania

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