Another of the classic Bucharest day trips that further showcases Transylvania, is the town of Rasnov and the citadel there. Above what is a fairly typical town for this part of Romania you’ll find the imposing sight of the hilltop Rasnov Citadel. Unlike the castles of Transylvania, this fortress built by the Teutonic Knights was intended as a refuge for the town’s people during times of war. Roaming the grounds of the citadel you’ll see houses and other important buildings which show this wasn’t just a place for the local elite. It’s hard not to appreciate the impressive walls which surround the citadel, and the museum here does a good job of adding context to all you’re seeing. Plus the views of the forests over the Carpathian Mountains aren’t half bad.
