Before leaving Sibiu, take a stroll through the bustling old market where the locals sell their produce every morning. As you advance further into the land, you discover Alba Iulia; ex-capital of Transylvania, surrounded by an impressive and wonderfully restored 18th century Vauban (star-shaped) fortification. This is where, a hundred years ago, Romanians from all across the country celebrated the union with Transylvania, in the purpose-built complex. Along with the thousand-year old Catholic cathedral and the Roman ruins, it provides the perfect background for the frequently performed battle reenactments. Frequent addition: later in the day you can choose to go underground and visit a former salt mine, turned into a futuristic-looking tourist attraction featuring a lake and an island. Continue North, to Cluj. The second largest city in the country is rapidly becoming known as “the Silicon Valley of Europe”. Get to know this vibrant cosmopolitan city, by walking along its pedestrian quarters, central park and wide squares.
