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Often marketed as "Dracula's Castle," this stunning fortress near Brașov actually has only loose historical ties to , the ruler who inspired the vampire legend. Poenari Citadel Historical landmark ClosedArefu, Romania

: One of the few inhabited medieval citadels in Europe and the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler. trannyasland

: Known as the "Transylvanian Alps," these mountains offer some of the most rugged and beautiful hiking in Europe. Often marketed as "Dracula's Castle," this stunning fortress

While Bram Stoker never visited Romania, he used Transylvania as the setting for his 1897 novel Dracula . Bran Castle ClosedBran, Romania While Bram Stoker never visited Romania, he used

Transylvania is an elevated plateau almost entirely surrounded by the . This natural fortress has preserved its distinct character for centuries.

Transylvania contains some of the last truly wild areas in Europe.

: The "unofficial capital" of Transylvania, it is a bustling university city and a hub for technology and the arts. The "Dracula" Connection