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Brasov - historic old town, ski resort, and urban mountain

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 Visit time: 2026-03-11 to 2026-03-15 It does not surprise me that this beautiful historic city is the most popular tourist destination in Romania.  Its historic old town is well-preserved and well-maintained. Romania's largest ski resort, Poiana Brașov, is in its suburb. A highly hikable mountain is right by the old town. Brașoveni are just like typical Romanians - super friendly, approachable, and engaging.  Uber in Brasov is quick and inexpensive.  The old center: Old town streets in the morning: Bird's-eye view from Mt. Tampa: Bird's-eye view from Rt. 1E The central bus station, where you can catch a bus to go anywhere in Brasov. You can pay with your credit card on a bus if the card reader works. Poana Brasov: The Poana Brasov ski resort: I rented skis from this place, with excellent service, and enjoyed long conversations with Matthew there.  Mountain Tapa: It is too big for a post-dinner casual walk, but small enough for a pre-breakfast jog. The ascent is...