Not far from Cluj is the city of 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, they provide the perfect background for the frequently performed battle reenactments. After the changing of the guard, move on to the Gothic. Esthetically, Huniady castle is one of its best examples and also one of Europe’s largest. End the day in Timisoara, where the spark of the anti-communist revolution was ignited in 1989.
