The tourism industry plays an important role in the world economy and European Union. This document discusses the potential of rural tourism in Romania, which can help preserve the structural and spiritual identity of Romanian villages. Specific regions of Romania discussed include Bucovina, known for painted monasteries which are UNESCO heritage sites; Maramureș, with well-preserved wooden villages, traditional lifestyles, and colorful dresses; and the Danube Delta, a maze of canals and passageways that is a breeding ground for millions of birds.