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It must be awful being Bucharest. Imagine, you’re Romania’s largest and capital city. Almost three million people crowd into your blocks and houses, and more arrive to seek fame and fortune every day. A powerhouse of Romanian politics, commerce, trade, business and finance; home to two international airports, numerous universities and the state opera house, and yet... and yet... in your heart of hearts you know you aren’t a patch on Brasov.And this doesn’t just go for Bucharest. It goes for Cluj, Iasi, Timisoara, Oradea and just about every other Romanian metropolis: each, in their own way, have certain things to offer, but let’s face it, they’re not Brasov, are they?
Indeed, few cities in Europe have the charm of Brasov. And this year, more than any other, the city is radiant. The Old Town appears to have been hermetically sealed from the modern part of the city, a timeless reminder of a Romania long since gone.
Indeed, Brasov is everything that Bucharest isn't: a placid, gentle, civilised city of 290,000 people nestled in the Carpathian mountains. A fabulous base for exploring the surrounding countryside, the air is clean, the people friendly, and the prices a pittance of those in the capital.
You'll love Brasov. In Your Pocket does.
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OUR Brasov HIGHLIGHTS
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Bellagio
It’s been a winner for years this place. Good Italian food - such as the almost exemplary carpaccio - is made all the better by the friendly, smiley service from two happy little
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Prato
The best restaurant in town? Probably. Fine Italian food served in superb surroundings on Str. Michael Weiss. The menu is extensive, and includes plenty of genuine Italian dishes, such as t
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Deane's Irish Pub & Grill
What more can you say about a Brasov legend other than its better now than ever it was. A change in management has seen the place get back to what it does best, offering a great time to all
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Brasov Model Railway
The Brasov Model Railway is a must for kids, and for Dads. The main feature is a massive electronic model railway, which is both enthralling and fascinating. Besides the main exhibit there are also p
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Latest Brasov Comments
This hotel is in a very good location, right in the middle of the old town, and in a pedestrian precinct. It is easy to walk around from here. The reception staff seem to be friendly and helpful, and some speak good English. The restaurant is open m[...]
Yes, it's cheap but the portion sizes seem to have shrunk over the last couple of years. They're also doing the old trick of ripping off customers by charging you for a larger portion than shown on the menu. Check your bill very carefully!!![...]
Have to agree with this review. Last weekend we saw Hadyn Dean and his Big Band. It is a great pub and Haydn is a great singer. It was smoky downstairs but that is the only compalint.[...]