culture , Romania

Sibiu and Sarmizegetusa

We spend a few hours in Sibiu, another medieval town in Transylvania; it’s called Hermannstadt by the Germans, and I can see the German influence. First, we go to the Liar’s Bridge—the legend goes that if you tell a lie on the bridge, you will be exposed. Well, that’s only […]

Bucharest , culture

Bucharest – Free Walking Tour

I joined a “free” walking tour today: “The Story of Bucharest.” Can you find me in this picture? The “free” is in quotation marks because, of course, the guide expects a tip at the end, which is the payment for the tour, but I still like the concept.  The tour […]