Viscri - a hidden treasure
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Viscri is a beautiful Saxon village located in Transylvania, Romania known for its German influences and natural scenery. The village contains well-preserved architecture like its old Saxon church and streets lined with historic facades. Local artisans still practice traditional crafts like feltmaking and blacksmithing. The village has been protected through restoration efforts and sustainable tourism promoted by Prince Charles of Wales who owns a home there.
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Viscri is a village located in central Romania near Sighisoara known for its fortified church from the 12th century. The village was taken over by Saxon colonists in 1185. In 2006, Prince Charles bought and restored a house in Viscri to help preserve the traditional way of life. There are several guest houses and pensions in the village offering simple, authentic accommodations. Activities in Viscri include biking, hiking, truffle hunting, and observing wildlife.
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Viscri is a small, remote village in Transylvania that has become a famous tourist destination, particularly since Prince Charles discovered it. The village contains a fortified church built around 1100 that has been part of the UNESCO world heritage site since 1993. The church was modified over time, including being surrounded by outer walls in the 16th century for fortification. It offers views over the village and surrounding hills from its tower. The interior contains several historic religious art pieces and a museum in one of its towers.
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In the 1950s, a housewife in the village of Ciocanesti had the idea to adorn her house by applying traditional motifs from her clothes to the walls, painted by a local artist. This house soon became a museum and attracted much attention. Other villagers then began decorating their homes similarly, turning the entire village into an outdoor museum. Now, over 600 houses feature traditional Romanian motifs painted in bright colors like red, green, black and yellow. The village has become a top tourist attraction, preserving the cultural heritage of the region through its decorative traditions.
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Viscri is a village located in Transylvania, Romania, 40km from Sighisoara. It is known for its fortified church from 1185 and German influences. Prince Charles bought and restored a house in Viscri to help preserve the local way of life. There are several guest houses offering rooms and pensions with traditional decor. Activities in Viscri include mountain biking, truffle hunting, and joining locals with hay stacking.
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Viscri is a beautiful Saxon village located in Transylvania, Romania known for its German influences and natural scenery. The village contains well-preserved architecture like its old Saxon church and fortifications, narrow streets lined with historic homes, and artisans like feltmakers and a blacksmith. It has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for preserving its traditional way of life and Prince Charles helped restore the village to promote sustainable tourism.
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- 1. A hiddentreasure The Village of Viscri Popescu Lidia Grupa 8213
- 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.