Royal Palace

Brasov

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August 20th 2010
Day 4-Royal Palace & Brasov 20 August 2010 Yet another perfect weather day. It is no wonder why this village was picked for summer get-a-ways from the heat in Bucharest. Before reporting on today, Jackie just reminded me to tell about the dogs. We were warned before arriving in Sinaia that there was no air conditioning in the hotel. But as nights were cool, it would be fine as you ... read more

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The principalities of Wallachia and Moldavia - for centuries under the suzerainty of the Turkish Ottoman Empire - secured their autonomy in 1856; they united in 1859 and a few years later adopted the new name of Romania. The country gained recognitio... ... read more