The World Heritage Lists sites with outstanding universal value. Seven Sites are in Romania. Following are outstanding significant historic places in Romania.

Romania is a land of majestic castles and ancient medieval towns. Romania is famous to movie goers as the land of Dracula movies. Located in the former Eastern Bloc of Europe, Romania is becoming known as a great vacation area for snow skiers. Winter in Romania can be harsh. The best season for non-skiers to visit is summer.

• Churches of Moldavia

15th-16th century frescoes on painted exterior walls of seven churches are considered masterpieces of Byzantine art. The churches in northern Moldavia are unique in Europe. The paintings represent complete cycles of religious murals on all facades. the paintings are outstanding in composition, elegant outline and harmonious colors.

• Dacian Fortresses of the Orastie Mountains

Dacian Fortresses of the Orastie Mountains, Transylvania: fortresses built in the 1st centuries BC and AD, under Dacian rule. the fortresses demonstrate a fusion of military and religious architectural techniques. The fortresses defended the Geto-Dacian kingdoms, which had exceptionally high cultural and socio-economic levels in this era. The well preserved remains of the fortresses are in spectacular natural surroundings. the site was selected as an outstanding example of this type of defended site.

• Danube Delta, Dobruja Region:

The waters of the Danube flow in the Black Sea. These waters form the largest and best preserved of Europe’s deltas. The Danube Delta is home to over 300 species of birds and 45 freshwater fish species in numerous lake and marshes.

• Monastery of Horezu

Monastery of Horezu, Region of Wallachia. The monastery was founded in 1690 by Prince Constantine Brancovan. The monastery is considered a masterpiece of”brancovan” style.the building is known for architectural purity, balance, rich sculptural detail, composition, votive portraits an painted decorative works. In the 18th century a school of mural an icon painted was established. the school was famous throughout the Balkan region.

• Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania:

Transylvanian villages that provide a vivid picture of the cultural landscape in southern Transylvania. The seven villages, with their fortified churches, show a settlement pattern and organization of the family farmstead. They have been preserved since the late Middle Ages. The buildings illustrate building styles from the 13th to 16th centuries.

Summer travel in Southern Europe can mean sweltering cities and overcrowded hot beaches, but Italy, Greece, Spain and Portugal also have cooler places to escape the heat.

• The Dolomites

Head for the hills when the valley cities like Verona turn to open-air saunas. Mountain temperatures are lower and the nights cool. Choose a resort town such as Cortina or a small city like Bolzano, in the Upper Adige. Or pick a small village in the Cadore valley and hike along the mountain trails.

• The Val d’Aosta

North of Turin, along the Swiss border are two of Europe’s most famous and beautiful mountains, the Matterhorn and Mont Blanc. Italian towns on their southern slopes get the cool mountain breezes. To the south are the peaks of the Gran Paradiso National Park, where walking trails along the high ridges and green wooded valleys seem designed for hot summer days.

• The Pyrenees

Summer is a good time to explore the mountains between Spain and France, visiting Basque country and Andorra. Stick to the highlands, though, since the valleys can be blistering. Somewhat cooler are cites on the Atlantic coast, such as Bilbao, whose summer average high is in the 70sF. But that doesn’t stop the occasional heat wave when temperatures push into the 90s.

• The Northern Portugal Coast

Atlantic beaches are cooler than Adriatic or Mediterranean, so you can always cool off in the waves in northern Portugal and Galicia. North of Lisbon the entire coast is a string of beaches. Choose those that are protected by headlands and be careful to observe the flags that warn of dangerous surf and riptides before going into the water. This is the downside of beaches washed by the open ocean.

• Serra da Estrela

Portugal’s mountains offer breathtaking scenic drives and friendly villages with low-key resort facilities. Castles crown some of the towns (one of the finest is in Linhares) and the pace of life is charmingly old-world. Stay in the park itself or in the nearby town of Belmonte, which has a castle of its own. The Pousada there sits on a breezy height overlooking the valley. The summer wine of choice in Portugal is chilled Vinho Verde, a light white wine that goes well with hot-weather meals.

When You Book

• Try first for a nonstop flight. If that’s not available, fly “direct,” which means you’ll stop at least once but won’t switch planes.
• Book flights that depart early in the day, if possible. If your flight is delayed, you and the airline will have time to make other arrangements.
• Specify your ticketing preferences, whether paper or electronic.
• Check to see if a meal will be served in flight. If so, order meals your kids like. Many airlines offer kids’ meals or a vegetarian choice that may be pasta. If not, plan accordingly.
• Ask for the seats you’d like, whether they’re a window, an aisle, or the bulkhead for legroom.

Packing Tips

• Stuff your carry-on for every contingency. Pack all medications, extra clothes for little kids, diapers, baby food, formula, wet wipes, and snacks (they’ll also help kids swallow to relieve ear pressure).
• Have each child carry a small backpack with travel toys, a light sweatshirt, and a pair of socks for the flight.

On the Day of Your Trip

• Call ahead to check for delays.
• Have all photo IDs within easy reach (not necessary for kids under age 18 traveling with their parents on domestic flights; on most international flights, even infants will need a passport).
• If you have heavy bags, check your luggage first and then park.
• If you are early for the flight or run into long delays, don’t go straight to the gate. Instead, meander through the airport’s diversions: windows onto the runways, children’s play areas (many major airports now have these), Web access computers, and, of course, stores where kids can find a treat to tide them over.
• Carry on extra bottled water. It’s easy to get dehydrated on a plane, and the drink service may be slow in reaching you.

On the Plane

• Ask if your child can view the cockpit (the best time may be after the flight is over).
• Secure pillows and blankets for family members who may want to nap.
• Take breaks from sitting; occasionally walk the aisles and switch seats.

• Seven Mile Bridge

The Seven Mile Bridge, in the Florida Keys, runs over a channel between the Gulf of Mexico and the Florida Strait, connecting Key Vaca (the location of the city of Marathon, Florida) in the Middle Keys to Little Duck Key in the Lower Keys. Among the longest bridges in existence when it was built, it is one of the many bridges on US 1 in the Keys, where the road is called the Overseas Highway.

• San Mateo-Hayward Bridge

The San Mateo-Hayward Bridge (commonly called San Mateo Bridge) is a bridge crossing California’s San Francisco Bay in the United States, linking the San Francisco Peninsula with the East Bay. More specifically, the bridge’s western end is in Foster City, the most recent urban addition to the eastern edge of San Mateo. The eastern end of the bridge is in Hayward. The bridge is owned by the state of California, and is maintained by Caltrans, the state highway agency.

• Confederation Bridge

The Confederation Bridge (French: Pont de la Confédération) is a bridge spanning the Abegweit Passage of Northumberland Strait, linking Prince Edward Island with mainland New Brunswick, Canada. It was commonly referred to as the “Fixed Link” by residents of Prince Edward Island prior to its official naming. Construction took place from the fall of 1993 to the spring of 1997, costing $1.3 billion. The 12.9-kilometre (8 mi) long bridge opened on 31 May 1997.

• Chesapeake Bay Bridge

The Chesapeake Bay Bridge (commonly known as the Bay Bridge) is a major dual-span bridge in the U.S. state of Maryland; spanning the Chesapeake Bay, it connects the state’s Eastern and Western Shore regions. At 4.3 miles (7 km) in length, the original span was the world’s longest continuous over-water steel structure when it opened in 1952. The bridge is officially named the William Preston Lane, Jr. Memorial Bridge after William Preston Lane, Jr. who, as governor of Maryland, implemented its construction.

• Donghai Bridge

Donghai Bridge (literally “East Sea Grand Bridge”) is the longest cross-sea bridge in the world and the longest bridge in Asia. It was completed on December 10, 2005. It has a total length of 32.5 kilometres (20.2 miles) and connects Shanghai and the offshore Yangshan deep-water port in China. Most of the bridge is a low-level viaduct. There are also cable-stayed sections to allow for the passage of large ships, largest with span of 420 m.

If you want to see the perfect amalgamation of ancient legacy and modern-day technology in India, Hyderabad (capital of Andhra Pradesh) is the place to be. Hyderabad also has a twin city, known as ‘Secunderabad’, from which it stands separated by Hussain Sagar Lake. When in Hyderabad, don’t forget to taste its spicy cuisine, which is sure to leave you asking for more.

Places to See in Hyderabad

• Charminar

The landmark of Hyderabad, Charminar is a magnificent monument built as per Cazia style of architecture. Constructed by Quli Qutub Shah, in the year 1591, it stands adorned with four (chaar), 55 meters long, arches (minaars), which give the monument its name. The roof of the monument houses a mosque, revered by Muslims. A trip to Hyderabad, without a visit to Charminar, is as good as incomplete.

• Golconda Fort

Situated on the outskirts of Hyderabad, Golconda Fort stands as the perfect testimony to the rich heritage of the city. Built on a 120m high granite hill, by Qutub Shahi kings, it comprises of four small forts within the premises. Apart from its four massive gates, the major attractions of the fort comprise of the ‘Light and Sound’ show held every evening.

• Qutub Shahi Tombs

Qutub Shahi Tombs, as the name suggests, comprise of the cenotaphs of the members of the royal family of the Qutub Shah dynasty. Serving as the perfect example of the fusion of the Indian and Persian architectural styles, these tombs stand surrounded by captivating minarets. The tomb complex serves as the venue of ‘Deccan Festival’, organized every year by the state government in Hyderabad.

• Raymond Tomb

Raymond’s Tomb is dedicated to Michel Joachim Marie Raymond, a French General. Known as Musa Ram among Hindus and Musa Rahim among Muslims, the Michel used to command huge respect amongst his fellow army men as well as the general public. The tomb, a conical structure made of black granite slabs, can be visited on all days except Friday.

• Salar Jung Museum

One of the oldest museums in Hyderabad is the Salar Jung Museum, comprising of rare antiques and knick-knacks, collected from the various countries of the world. The museum has been named after Mir Yousuf Ali Khan, also known as Salar Jung III, who was a major contributor to its amazing collection. The compilation displayed in the museum comprises of stone sculptures, bronze images, painted textiles, wooden carvings, miniature paintings, modern art, ivory carvings, jade carvings, metal-ware, manuscripts, arms & armor etc.

• Mecca Masjid

One of the oldest and the biggest mosques in Hyderabad is the Mecca Masjid. The construction of this splendid mosque began in 1617 and was started off by Mohammad Quli Qutub Shah. However, the mosque was completed by Mughal Emperor Aurangazeb in the year 1694. The mosque is named so because of the fact that some bricks used in the construction have apparently been brought all the way from Mecca. This historic mosque is located very close to the Charminar.

• Other Attractions

The other attractions of Hyderabad comprise of Hussain Sagar Lake, Gandhipet Lake, Shamirpet Lake, Lumbini Park, Nehru Zoological Park, Indira Park, Chote Hazrat ki Dargah, Sathya Sai Ashram, Birla Mandir, Ramoji Film City and St. Joseph Cathedral.

• How to Reach

• By Air

Hyderabad city has an airport of its own, divided into international and domestic terminals. All the major private and public airlines operate to and from here.

• By Rail

There are three stations in Hyderabad, namely Secunderabad railway station, Nampally railway station and Kacheguda railway station.

• By Road

A number of national highways, like NH-4, NH-5, NH-7, NH-9, NH-16 and NH-18, pass from Hyderabad, connecting it with the rest of India.