Eastern Transylvania

Bran Castle, also known as Dracula's Castle, is a medieval castle located in Bran, near Brașov, Transylvania, Romania. The castle was built by Saxons in 1377 and has a long history, having been used for various purposes including as a fortress, a customs post, and a royal residence. Today, it is a popular tourist destination and a national monument, offering guided tours and an open-air museum with traditional Romanian peasant structures. The castle is situated near the border with Wallachia, on a strategic trade route, and is surrounded by the Bucegi Mountains and the Piatra Craiului Mountains. Visitors can explore the castle's history, myth, and magic, and enjoy various activities such as music festivals, children's pageants, and food fairs. The castle has been restored and is now a museum dedicated to displaying art and furniture collected by Queen Marie