Alba Iulia

Citadel Alba Iulia, Alba, Romania

What to expect

Alba Iulia is a city in west-central Romania, known for its rich history and cultural significance. The city has been an important settlement since ancient times, with the Romans establishing a military camp and later becoming the capital of Roman Dacia. The city has a well-preserved medieval fortress, a 13th-century Roman Catholic cathedral, and an 18th-century fortress. Visitors can stroll along the wide, tree-lined streets of the Habsburg citadel and discover historical, cultural, and architectural places of interest, including the Batthyaneum Library, the Orthodox Cathedral of the Reunification, and the National Museum of Unification. The city is also home to several universities and is a significant center of Romanian nationalism. With its unique blend of history, culture, and architecture, Alba Iulia is a great place to visit with family and friends

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Alba Iulia, a half-day to a day here would be enough to explore the citadel

Highlights: We enjoyed the impressive citadel and Roman remains of Alba Iulia ✨