Maramures County

Maramureș is a unique location in the geographical heartland of Europe, known for its wooden churches, mythological richness, and impressive landscapes. The county has a rich cultural heritage, with over 500 monuments, museums, and collections, including eight UNESCO World Heritage wooden churches. Visitors can enjoy the county's natural beauty, including the Rodna Mountains, the Gutâi and Țibleș mountain ranges, and the plateau of Transylvania. The region is also home to a strong mining industry and a variety of traditional crafts, such as woodwork and embroidery. Families can explore the county's many villages, where traditional customs and costumes are still worn, and visit the Merry Cemetery in Săpânța, which features unique wooden crosses with carved scenes and humorous verses. The county's main tourist attractions include the cities of Baia Mare and Sighetu Marmației, the villages on the Iza, Mara, and Vișeu Valleys, and the wooden churches of Maramureș