Bran, also known as Dracula's Castle, is Romania’s national monument and most visited landmark. Located between the regions of Transylvania and Wallachia, some 30 km from the city of Brasov, Bran castle is perched high atop a 200-foot-high rock overlooking the village of Bran. It was built between 1377 and 1388 with the labor and funds of the local people of the city of Brasov. Surrounded by an aura of mystery and legend, Bran Castle owes its fame to its history, imposing to

Nestled in the Carpathian Mountains in the picturesque town of Sinaia, Peles Castle is a masterpiece of German Neo-Renaissance architecture, considered by many one of the most magnificent castles in Europe. Location Peles Castle is located 48 km (30 mi) from Brașov and 124 km (77 mi) from Bucharest. Nearby attractions include Romania's landmark Bran (Dracula's) castle 48 km (30 mi north-west) and Rasnov Fortress 45 km (28 mi NW). About Peles Castle Peles Castle was built at t