The Szekler Calvary. Ugron Chapel
Chapel
Landmark
About
Those who want a spiritual walk could follow the Way of the Cross, called the Szekler Calvary, and pass through the 14 stations, carved into two-meter-tall rocks, which, besides the passions of Jesus, also show the crucial moments in the history of the Szeklers. The stations were set along the forest road leading to Ugron chapel. The chapel, which is seen among the trees on the Nagymál ridge, is the tomb of the Ugron family, an old Szekler family of historical importance.
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Natural attraction
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Landmark
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Discover the magical Pony Empire and Mini Dino Park, located in Lupeni/Farkaslaka, just 12 kilometers from Odorheiu Secuiesc/Székelyudvarhely! This fairy-tale destination offers unforgettable experiences for both children and adults.
Pony Kingdom:
• Children can ride and pet the ponies.
• A pony carriage exhibition awaits visitors.
• Other small animals: rabbits, chickens, lambs, peacocks, pigeons, and pheasants.
Mini Dino Park:
• Located in a pleasant forest environment.
• Ideal family program for both children and adults.
The park is open daily from 10 AM to 6 PM.
Visit us and enjoy the closeness of nature and the unique experiences!
96RC+P9, Lupeni, Romania
Landmark
An information point with an exhibition hall about human-bear coexistence at Băile Tușnad/Tusnádfürdő for tourists and locals set up as part of the project entitled “WatchBear & AdvoCity – bears and people for a common future”.
For reservations (maximum 15 people), further details and to book a visit, please call +40 743 775 213.
Băile Tușnad/Tusnádfürdő 535100, Romania
Experiences
Family-friendly attraction
Landmark
Closed
The Insect Park is located next to the Mini Transylvania Park, where both giant insects, 2 meters high, and smaller insects made by our team are exhibited. The park is the only one of its kind in Romania and the second in Europe, a similar one can be visited in Poland.
The park displays 18 giant robotic insects, so tourists can see and hear how they behave in nature. These insects originate from our country, ranging from the common tick to grasshoppers, ants, butterflies, ladybugs and even scorpions.
Information:
The park is located at Băile Seiche, near Odorheiu Secuiesc.
Tickets:
• Adult ticket: 25 RON
• Children's ticket (free for children under 3): 15 RON
• Ticket for senior citizens: 15 RON
• Group ticket (minimum 10 people):
• Adults: 22 RON
• Children / pensioners: 13 RON
CAUTION!
!!! People with disabilities are admitted free of charge if they have a document proving this!!!
We look forward to seeing you at the Băile Seiche/Szejkefürdő near Odorheiu Secuiesc/Székelyudvarhely!
Băile Seiche/Szejkefürdő (Odorheiu Secuiesc/Székelyudvarhely) 535600, Romania
Landmark
Open
3 kilometres from Porumbenii Mari/Nagygalambfalva, on the “Várfele” hillside, rising above the valley of the “Vágás” stream, there was a castle in ancient times and in the Árpád era. In the 13th and 14th centuries it served as a refuge for the villagers.
On the banks of the “Vágás” stream, the locals joined forces to build an imaginary replica of the former fortress in 2023. The building, called “Várféle” (meaning: castle-like), is located next to the Spring of the Sad Princess and also serves as an observation tower. The building incorporates the style of the old church forts, castles and medieval fortifications of Szeklerland. A small fish pond has been created nearby.
The “Várféle” can be visited any time for free.
According to legend, the castle on the “Várfele” hillside, whose remains are now only relics and artefacts, was built by Prince Csaba (in Hungarian mythology, the youngest son of Attila, King of the Huns) and left to one of his daughters. From the tears of Csaba's orphaned granddaughter sprang the spring that is now called the Spring of the Sad Princess. Another legend tells that there was a lake near the castle, at the bottom of which a huge white snake holds fabulous treasures.
Photos: Mihálydeák Antal
Porumbenii Mari/Nagygalambfalva 537214, Romania
Experiences
Family-friendly attraction
Architectural Objective
Open
Located in the centre of Parajd, the upside-down house measures 8×5 metres.
Through the main door, you enter directly into the attic, where the children's room is located. A staircase leads to the ground floor, where is a kitchen, living room and a bathroom.
TICKET PRICES
• under 3 years free
• 10 RON - for children up to 12 years
• 20 RON - for adults
Praid/Parajd 537240, Romania
Experiences
Landmark
Panoramic mountain refuges are rare in Europe. In Romania, there are two of them, both in the Bicaz/Békás Gorge. They were inaugurated this year by the Gyilkostó Adventure Association and Salvamont Harghita. One of them can be found at the Piatra Poienii/Mária-kő, the other one is on the Ucigaș/Gyilkos Mountain.
Not only can you visit the refuges, but you can also stay overnight (50 RON/person/night) by simply contacting Salvamont (+4074 4701 815) or booking online using the In Time app.
Photo: Péter Kázmér & Radio Cluj
Cheile Bicazului/Békás-szoros
Chapel
The chapel was built in 1720 and consecrated in 1725 in honor of St. James and Philip. There are assumptions that the chapel may have been built earlier or that a smaller chapel existed on the site.
From Bogát Hill, where the chapel rises, there are beautiful views of the Felcsík Basin, the Csíki Mountains, the Nagyhagymás Mountains and the Harghita Mountains.
Racu 537298, Romania
Landmark
The Pilgrimage and Visiting Center Márton Áron is located in Sândominic commune, Harghita county.
The main purpose of the center is to serve pilgrims and tourists who is visiting this location, to provide information, and a place to rest in a civilized atmosphere. At the same time, it is an ideal place for the programs and temporary exhibitions of the Márton Áron Museum. Also, the building will be a practical, comfortable home, worthy of the local community, after school activities and leisure programs.
Sândominic 537275, Romania, str. Alszeg, nr. 1645/A