Romania: Dacian Fortresses of the Orastie Mountains

Built in the 1st centuries B.C. and A.D. under Dacian rule, these fortresses show an unusual fusion of military and religious architectural techniques and concepts from the classical world and the late European Iron Age. The six defensive works, the nucleus of the Dacian Kingdom, were conquered by the Romans at the beginning of the 2nd century A.D.; their extensive and well-preserved remains stand in spectacular natural surroundings and give a dramatic picture of a vigorous and innovative civilization. Source:whc.unesco.org

Inscribed: 1999

Postcard 1: Luncani-Piatra Rosie (Red Stone)

Thanks to Tatiana Stan

Postcard 2

Thanks to Ms Daniel.

Romania: Churches of Moldavia

These eight churches of northern Moldavia, built from the late 15th century to the late 16th century, their external walls covered in fresco paintings, are masterpieces inspired by Byzantine art. They are authentic and particularly well preserved. Far from being mere wall decorations, the paintings form a systematic covering on all the facades and represent complete cycles of religious themes.Their exceptional composition, the elegance of the characters, and the harmony of the colors blend perfectly with the surrounding countryside. The interior and exterior walls of the Church of the Suceviţa Monastery are entirely decorated with mural paintings of the 16th century, and this church is the only one to show a representation of the ladder of St John Climacus. Source:whc.unesco.org

Inscribed: 2010

Church of the Beheading of St John the Baptist of Arbore
Church of the Assumption of the Virgin of the former Monastery of Humor
Church of the Annunciation of the Monastery of Moldovita
 Church of the Holy Rood of Patrauti
Church of St Nicholas and the Catholicon of the Monastery of Probota
Church of St George of Suceavita
 Church of St George of the former Voronet Monastery 

Resurrection Church, Sucevita

Postcard 1: Moldovita, Suceavita, & Voronet

Thanks to Mr Andrew.

Postcard 2: Church of St George of Suceavita

Thanks to Ms Anca.

Romania: Monastery of Horezu

Founded in 1690 by Prince Constantine Brancovan, the monastery of Horezu, in Walachia, is a masterpiece of the 'Brancovan' style. It is known for its architectural purity and balance, the richness of its sculptural detail, the treatment of its religious compositions, its votive portraits and its painted decorative works. The school of mural and icon painting established at the monastery in the 18th century was famous throughout the Balkan region. Source:whc.unesco.org

Inscribed: 1993

Thanks to Ms Daniel of Romania.

Romania: Danube Delta

The waters of the Danube, which flow into the Black Sea, form the largest and best preserved of Europe's deltas. The Danube delta hosts over 300 species of birds as well as 45 freshwater fish species in its numerous lakes and marshes. Source:whc.unesco.org

Inscribed: 1991

Thanks to Ms Daniel.

Romania: Villages and Fortified Churches in Transylvania

Romania: Wooden Churches of Maramures

These eight churches are outstanding examples of a range of architectural solutions from different periods and areas. They show the variety of designs and craftsmanship adopted in these narrow, high, timber constructions with their characteristic tall, slim clock towers at the western end of the building, either single- or double-roofed and covered by shingles. As such, they are a particular vernacular expression of the cultural landscape of this mountainous area of northern Romania. Source:whc.unesco.org

Inscribed: 1999

Eight Churches are Inscribed

Bârsana

Budești

Desești

Ieud 

Plopiș 

Poienile 

Izei 

Rogoz 

Șurdești.

The churches shown are: Basran (L), Desesti (T), Plopis (B), Leud (R).

Thanks to Ms Anca.

Romania: Historic Center of Sighisoara

Founded by German craftsmen and merchants known as the Saxons of Transylvania, Sighişoara is a fine example of a small, fortified medieval town which played an important strategic and commercial role on the fringes of central Europe for several centuries. Source: Whc.unesco.org

Inscribed: 1999

Thanks to Ms Daniel.