Those who wish to learn more about Romanian culture and history should definitely set aside some time to explore the village of Maramureş which still retains its Middle-Ages atmosphere.
The summer months are when locals and visitors to Romania take advantage of the warmer weather to migrate to the Black Sea coasts and enjoy its many resorts and pulsating nightlife.
There is also a wealth of folk and village museums (including open-air 'skansens') that provide the visitor with a fascinating insight into a lifestyle that has changed very little over the centuries.
Head to the creative hub of Universul Palace and visit 'Fix Me a Drink'. This botanical bar’ will turn your idea of cocktails on its head. Or take in the historical atmosphere of the Old Town and get refreshed at Shoteria - it looks like a train carriage - but there are no seats.
If you are considering Romania as an easy-to-reach vacation destination then be sure to add these five attractions to your Romanian holiday bucket list.
The Danube Delta to the south is a fisherman's paradise (there are 160 species in the Delta area) and birdwatchers from all over the world flock to the area (pun intended) to enjoy the chance to view many of the 300 species of bird that call the Delta home.
The southern edge of the country is the site of the Danube River, which separates the country from Bulgaria. It meanders across the landscape headed Northwards towards the Black Sea and is home to an enormous variety of fish and bird species.
