2. A hiddentreasure
The Village of Viscri
Deep in the heart of Transylvania lies a village of
such beauty worthy of the UNESCO World Heritage
title.
Viscri is one of the most beautiful Saxon villages
with its german influences and candid inhabitants,
you will feel at home.
3. WHAT TO SEE
The Landscape
The environment surprises by the wide variety.
The wonderfull meadows are bordered by wilde
forests of oak and beech. The rolling hills crossed
by pathes invite you to long walk. All kind af birds
chirp around.
4. WHAT TO SEE
The Old Saxon Church
The fortress and the church received a deep restoration
during '70 years, geting the formerly magnificency. Even is
a little church of a little village, the whole assembly is
impresive, with his air of mistery and pride.
5. The Street
Walk along the peaceful streets. Look to the old fatades. Feel
the atmosphere.
The Feltmakers
A group of women was teached to make felt. Yes, they are
making feltshoes and hats by hand, from wool to the final
product. You can buy nice things at a good price.
The Blacksmith Workshop
Is a good one. More than making horseshoes, he is making
hinges for windows and doors, nails and many other things.
WHAT TO SEE
6. Prince Charles of Wales, who fell
in love with the unspoiled natural
beauties of Transylvania. In 2006, The
Prince bought and restored an 18th
Century Saxon houses in Viscri to help
protect the unique way of life and
promote sustainable tourism.
