The Narrowest Street in Eastern Europe: Strada Sforii in Brasov

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Nestled majestically below the peaks of the lush Southern Carpathian Mountains in Central Romania lies the historic, medieval city of Brasov, one of Romania’s most visited cities. Awash with gothic, barque and renaissance architecture, this once walled city is home to many beautiful historic buildings and churches dating back to the 12th century.

Brasov was founded on an ancient Dacian site by Teutonic Knights in 1211 at the crossroads of trade routes linking the Ottoman Empire and the rest of Europe. Beautiful churches and buildings were built along with fortifications (a wall and three lookout towers)  to protect the city against enemies in medieval times. Today, it remains a charming city to wander and explore, enjoying its stunning architecture, its delightful walking streets and mass of fabulous outdoor restaurants and cafes. It is also an excellent launching off point to many hiking trails and medieval castles.

One of the most famous streets in Brasov is Strada Sforii also known as “Rope” and “Skinny” Street as it is the narrowest street in Eastern Europe. Dating back to the 13th century, Strada Sforii is approximately four feet wide and it links Cerbului Street with Poarta Schei Street. The street was originally used as an access route by firefighters but today is one of the most interesting and fun tourist attractions in Brasov as visitors and locals alike wander its narrow, winding path.

Strada Sforri

The entrance to Strada Sforri

I had been in Brasov for three days and nearly missed Strada Sforii. I would never have explored this narrow street if it hadn’t been for a friend who asked if I’d seen the famous skinny street. Located right off the heart of Old Town not far from the main square between Cerbului Street with Poarta Schie Street was a tiny sign marking the entrance to the street. I realized that I’d probably walked by it several times without even noticing it, it was so small.

I’m certainly glad I found this lovely little street as it was a great place to take pictures. You could even see the Hollywood-like Brasov sign through the narrow angles of the street. I had to grab a picture of it of course. The sign is at the top of Mount Tampa, where you can either hike up or take a 1950’s Communist-era cable car to the top to get stunning views of Brasov.

I had a lot of fun on this tiny little street. I can imagine it would be a fabulous place to take photos at night as well with the beautiful light. I also adored the various angles of the buildings and of course the red terra-cotta rooftops.

If you go:

To find Strada Sforii, head down to Piața Sfatului, the main square in Brasov. Strada Sforii located between Cerbului Street with Poarta Schie Street.

This post was inspired by the Weekly Photo Challenge: Narrow.

147 thoughts on “The Narrowest Street in Eastern Europe: Strada Sforii in Brasov”

  1. You show good judgment in selection of subject and equally good skill in its presentation. It appears that the narrow street is two-way; there is much to be made of that.

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the post. 🙂

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  2. worldinsidemypocket – United Kingdom – Born in London, UK. Based in Lyon, France. Travel blogger, photographer and storyteller. Welcome to my travel journal.
    worldinsidemypocket on said:

    This looks adorable love the architecture 🙂

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      It is really cool and Brasov is an amazing little town. I loved it there!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      I love Brasov Sue! We stayed there for three days and it is such a wonderful town with great restaurants.

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks Tannie!

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  5. Sue Slaght – Calgary, Alberta Canada – www.traveltalesoflife.com Many years from now, when I am an old lady sitting in the nursing home, I hope to be the twinkly eyed resident still entertaining anyone who I can corner to listen, about all of the wild adventures attempted in a lifetime. Well into the second half of the game of life there is no time like the present to get out there, live big and laugh a lot. Living in Calgary, Alberta, married to my best friend Dave for over thirty years and Mom to adult children; my decades as a nurse have shown that in a moment life can change completely. Passionate about social justice, volunteerism and not letting the phrase “What would people think?” or my own fear get in the way of trying something new; the possibilities are endless. Enjoy the tales and I hope you will be inspired to try something you have been thinking about doing.
    Sue Slaght on said:

    I wanted to suck in just looking at the photos Nicole. 🙂

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Glad you liked it Sue! I bet it is lovely at night. Didn’t get back there though.

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Yes it was! Great trip!!!

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  9. maamej – Australia – I'm a single white Aussie mum of anglo-celtic background with a teenage son whose dad is from Ghana in West Africa. I’m blogging to share experiences, insights & funny stories about living in a mixed family. I also blog about health, politics, culture, racism and food.
    maamej on said:

    What a fascinating place – perfect for the challenge. Lovely pics with interesting angles, & I love the colours.

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks so much! I loved the pretty hues of painting too!

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    lexklein on said:

    How convenient to have seen this right before the “Narrow” prompt! Very cool little street.

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Yes it is Lexi! Just in time!

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  11. How fascinating! I’d never heard of this burt really want to go now! I have been to a very narrow street in Stockholm in Gamla Stan but it’s probably nothing on the one you found! Fab post!!!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      I really love the history. So amazing!

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      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks! 🙂

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  14. What a fun group of photographs! I love the combination of color hues. The pastel “whitewashed” surfaces of the walls are quite lovely.

    Peta

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks Peta! Sounds like you have some fun travels ahead and a wonderful place to live!

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  16. restlessjo – Hi! I’m Jo! Johanna when I’m feeling posh, Jan to my Dad, and Joasiu to my Polish family. A bit of a mix-up, that’s me. The one constant, however, is my restless nature. I love to travel and to explore our world. It doesn’t have to be the big wide world. I can be ridiculously happy not too far from home, so long as I’m seeking new horizons. Of course I have a wish list, and it was to help me fulfil my dreams that I started to write travel guides for a venture called Simonseeks. I’d always kept a travel diary, and it was hugely satisfying to share my experiences and to make new friends who shared my passion for travel. Alas, Simonseeks hit a few troubles, but I still find myself writing about my travels. I’ve become addicted. I’d love to share them, and to make more friends. So, it has to be a blog- right? Or do I mean- write?
    restlessjo on said:

    What a wonderfully quirky street, Nicole. It makes for some enchanting shots 🙂

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      thirdeyemom on said:

      Yes it was a fun find Jo! 🙂

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  17. You have an amazing gift for photography Nicole. How long were you and your family in Romania?

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Oh LuAnn you don’t know how much I appreciate your compliment! Every time I look at my photos from a trip, I’m always disappointed. So thank you so much. 🙂 I went with my Dad and it was very short…too short! We used miles so that dictated a bit of the length of the trip and I didn’t realize it took so long to get there! We were gone a week but I was only on the ground for five full days and six nights. I am still amazed at how much we did in that short amount of time and my dad got a terrible cold the second day we were there. It was still worth it but I would have rather have had a few more days.

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      • I know what you mean about your photos Nicole. When I sit down to decide which photos to put into a post, I find that all of a sudden I don’t like any of them! I tend to be my own worst critic though. Even though we have two months in Europe, I still think we will be running around trying to see so much more than our time will allow.

      • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
        thirdeyemom on said:

        Your photos are always gorgeous LuAnn! I always wish I knew more about photography. I just point and shoot. Someday I’m going to truly learn! As for your trip it will be absolutely wonderful.

      • Thanks Nicole. I am so excited to finally get to Europe. Hopefully this is just a start of much more international travels.

      • Try creative cropping…I always blast away, then adjust edges and pick out details at leisure. Digital age makes it so much easier, saves darkroom time (what’s a darkroom?).

      • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
        thirdeyemom on said:

        Sounds good! Will have to give it a whirl.

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thank you and so glad you enjoyed the post! 🙂

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      Thank you! Will do

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        Thank you so much! You have no idea how much doing this means to me, and I honestly thought that you were going to report block me. I really love what you do on this website, by the way!

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      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks! Glad you enjoyed!

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      thirdeyemom on said:

      Yes it is pretty narrow!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Ha ha yes indeed!

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      thirdeyemom on said:

      Yes Romania is beautiful and I found the people very wonderful and friendly. It was a lovely place to visit!

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  26. TomboyBlogger – I'm a nerdy girl who loves cooking, Harry Potter, Insta, Snapchat, and all things Marvel!! Join me on this amazing blogging adventure!
    TomboyBlogger on said:

    I know it’s not much yet, but I’ll be posting more photos and stories in the next few days, so keep a heads up!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Sounds great!

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  27. NOSOUND64 – When we honestly ask ourselves which person in our lives means the most to us, we often find that it is those who, instead of giving advice, solutions, or cures, have chosen rather to share our pain and touch our wounds with a warm and tender hand.
    NOSOUND64 on said:

    You made a narrow street like that, one that looked soooo much like an apartheid street, look nice. Supposing it was an apartheid street, it shows that everything in a way has its own way of showing off. Even walls and streets, that could be passed by as rubbish.

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      It is a beautiful street with so many colors that all fit and blend together like humanity.

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  29. Wonderful to read :). Talking of skinny streets here we in India have innumerable skinner streets across cities..:) 😉

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Would love to see
      More of India someday! I’ve only been to Delhi but twice. India is such a large country but so amazing!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks!

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  31. Jake The Peasant – Northants, UK – Hi I'm Jake and my blog is http://thepeasantblog.wordpress.com Check out my blog and I'm sure you will find out all you need to know about me!
    Jake@ThePeasantBlog on said:

    It’s not quite as picturesque, but Parliament Street in Exeter (UK) probably gives it a run for it’s money in terms of narrowness!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Oh I was just in the UK and wish I would have known!

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  32. writegill – France – Lecturer in English, Toulouse University II, IUT Figeac, France. Ph.D received suma cum laude: dissertation on William Faulkner. Served with distinction in the French Foreign Legion. Commissioned officer in the Punjab Regiment, active service in Kashmir Publications:two novels, three non-fiction books, doctoral dissertation. Active member, International Association of Thriller Writers. Contributing Editor for The Big Thrill, official webzine of The International Association of Thriller Writers. Interview in the December 16-31, 2008 issue of The Caravan, India. Five-page featured interview in the November 2010 issue of Media Vision, India: “correctly analysed … world trends ...” http://www.mediavoicemag.com/frontpage/3821.html. Writing Credits. Published Fiction. Both novels published by Bewrite Books listed in The Writers and Artists’ Yearbook. 1. Blood Money. GILL, Azam, Bewrite Books, UK, pbk., 316 pages, , 2002. ISBN-10: 1904224911. Len Deighton : “a first-class thriller with authentic backgrounds that take the action around the world”. http://original.antiwar.com/bock/2006/07/08/reality-based-recommendations/ Alan Bock — columnist and the senior writer for the editorial page of the Orange County Register — : “ … impart(s) an authentic flavor to the spy thriller genre. This is the kind of fiction that evokes a stronger sense of how the world really works than any number of the kind of history and foreign policy analysis books that are more often on my nightstand. Fun and informative.” http://www.absolutewrite.com/novels/blood_money.htm Deepa Kandaswamy freelance journalist and interviewer: “… fascinating book … Gill weaves a web of intrigue, mystery and suspense which surprises with its honesty, insider knowledge …, and the astonishing simplicity of operations … a true page turner … fantastic book, fact and fiction are so finely mixed.” 2. Flight to Pakistan. GILL, Azam, Bewrite Books, UK, pbk., 356 pages, 2002. ISBN-13: 978-1904492269. http://deepakandaswamy.blogspot.com/2007_09_16_archive.html#7163630436102176359 Deepa Kandaswamy freelance journalist and interviewer: “… a multilayered, multidimensional story of intrigue, first love, murder, caste, and honor that spans continents, race, and families. It is not often you get to read Asian fiction that does not use the Western stereotypes or the colonial setting of the East … irrespective of where you grew up, the story will move you. Extremely visual in style, I hope it would be made into a movie soon”. Published Non Fiction. 1. The Effect of Editing on ‘Flags in the Dust’ by William Faulkner. GILL Azam, doctoral dissertation received suma cum laude from Stendhal University, France. Published by University of Michigan Press, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA, 1988. 2. Winds of Change: Geopolitics and the World Order. GILL, Azam, Writer’s Club Press, USA, pbk. 352 pages, 2001. 3. Jail Reforms. GILL, Azam, Peoples Publishing House, Lahore, Pakistan, pbk., 50 pages, 1978. Library of Congress Catalogue Card N° 78-930627. Nawa-e-Waqt, Pakistan’s leading Urdu Daily, 17 August 1978: “…the scholarly author not only enlightens his readers (by) solid and productive suggestions … that could produce far better results … the author’s resourcefulness, scholarship, clarity of thought … (for the) common reader … the writing is a reflection of the enlightened author’s love for humanity and his eloquent, colloquial writing style.” The Pakistan Times 03 March 1978: “…a sincere,, well meaning endeavour in a cruelly, disastrously mismanaged sector of social concern. … reforms …deserve serious consideration... well meaning endeavour….” 4. Army Reforms. GILL, Azam, Peoples Publishing House, Lahore, Pakistan, hardbound, 97 pages, 1979. Library of Congress Catalogue Card N° 79-930870.
    writegill on said:

    Words and pictures interwoven with such skill are enough to entice an armchair travelers to get off their ass!

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      thirdeyemom on said:

      Love this! 😊

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  33. That part of Europe looks so fantastic…love the street and your skill of presentation… definitely planning a trip to go there

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks! Brasov is pretty spectacular.

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      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Yes Brasov is wonderful and Romania is a beautiful country.

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      I love India it is amazing!

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  37. Such a quaint street, it looks great. The photos are brilliant too! There are so many places in Europe I’d have never thought of going, it’s posts like this that make me realise these places are worth a visit. 👍🏻

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks! Brasov is fantastic!

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      • Maybe one day in the future I will visit. I was in Ljubljana in Slovenia a few weeks back. Another unexpectedly beautiful place!

    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks! The weekly photo challenge is wonderful. I’ve been doing it for years.

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks !

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  40. Henriette – Fayetteville, NC – Bold and straightforward. On a quest for the simple and practical life, beauty, and tranquility in the world. Interested in art, architecture, history, and photography. Nature lover and hands-on type of person. Like doing and learning interesting things. My family and my dogs are very important to me. I travel, cook, knit, and spend time in my garden.
    Anca N. on said:

    I lived in Romania for 24 years. I have been to Brasov so many times and don’t know how I missed it. It is so pretty! I have seen narrow streets in Prague and they are so beautiful to visit. Another town in Transylvania with beautiful streets and history is Sighisoara. That is where Vlad Tepes lived with his dad, Vlad Dracul, for a while. I also have a blog. I am new to it. I am still learning. It’s mostly about education. I plan on adding some other interesting stuff.

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      thirdeyemom on said:

      Wow that is great! Yes Romania is an amazing place with so much culture and beauty.

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  41. The colors and the design really take you back. Made me feel like I’m looking back in time.

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Yes very true indeed!

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      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks !

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thank you very much!

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    kristeneabouteverything on said:

    I would love to visit that place 🙂

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks! It is beautiful!

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      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks so much!

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      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thank you!!!

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  47. Enjoyed reading this post and the wonderful photos you shared helped me feel parts of the experience you had. Thanks

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the post. Many more coming on Romania!

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      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks!

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  49. Henriette – Fayetteville, NC – Bold and straightforward. On a quest for the simple and practical life, beauty, and tranquility in the world. Interested in art, architecture, history, and photography. Nature lover and hands-on type of person. Like doing and learning interesting things. My family and my dogs are very important to me. I travel, cook, knit, and spend time in my garden.
    Anca N. on said:

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    I don’t know what happened with my post… I have lived in Romania for 24 years and have been to Brasov many times. I don’t know how I missed it. It is very pretty. Prague is also famous for narrow streets. Sighisoara is another place with beautiful narrow streets in Transylvania. You will find there the house where Vlad Tepes lived for a while with his dad, Vlad Dracul.

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks for stopping by! That is great that you lived in Romania for 24 years. It is such a beautiful country! I was actually just in Prague in May, about two months before Romania. I loved it very much.

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  50. Marje @ Kyrosmagica – Hi. Welcome to my blog: M J Mallon - Kyrosmagica Publishing. A blog about magic, books, writing, laughter, and much more! I'm a YA fantasy author, poet and reviewer. My first YA fantasy novel The Curse of Time - Book 1 - Bloodstone is set in Cambridge and Book 2 - Golden Healer is now out too. As well as this, I have contributed to several anthologies, created my own with some amazing international writers, bloggers and creatives during the pandemic: This Is Lockdown and written two poetry collections: Lockdown Innit Poems About Absurdity & Mr. Sagittarius Poetry and Prose. I write book reviews on my blog and on Goodreads, book bub and on my bookstagram. I have a penchant for travel and have relatives in far flung places, Australia, Malaysia, and Singapore, (my birthplace.) I grew up in in Bonnie Scotland, in Edinburgh, and now live in Cambridge. I love sunny, hot places, particularly Rome, Venice, Portugal, Barcelona, and I forgot to mention the sun drenched beaches of the Caribbean, how could I? I am lucky to have been blessed with two lovely daughters and a husband who I fondly refer to in this blog as my black sheep. Family joke! With my passion for travel, culture, beautiful beaches, good food, books, theatre, writing, and humour, I hope to keep you entertained. I'm loving every minute of this creative journey, please join me.
    Marje @ Kyrosmagica on said:

    How very quaint and lovely. 🙂

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks! I only found out about the street from a fellow blog reader who asked me while I was in Brasov if I’d seen the skinny street! Had to look it up on the internet and track it down. Glad I did! 🙂

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      • Marje @ Kyrosmagica – Hi. Welcome to my blog: M J Mallon - Kyrosmagica Publishing. A blog about magic, books, writing, laughter, and much more! I'm a YA fantasy author, poet and reviewer. My first YA fantasy novel The Curse of Time - Book 1 - Bloodstone is set in Cambridge and Book 2 - Golden Healer is now out too. As well as this, I have contributed to several anthologies, created my own with some amazing international writers, bloggers and creatives during the pandemic: This Is Lockdown and written two poetry collections: Lockdown Innit Poems About Absurdity & Mr. Sagittarius Poetry and Prose. I write book reviews on my blog and on Goodreads, book bub and on my bookstagram. I have a penchant for travel and have relatives in far flung places, Australia, Malaysia, and Singapore, (my birthplace.) I grew up in in Bonnie Scotland, in Edinburgh, and now live in Cambridge. I love sunny, hot places, particularly Rome, Venice, Portugal, Barcelona, and I forgot to mention the sun drenched beaches of the Caribbean, how could I? I am lucky to have been blessed with two lovely daughters and a husband who I fondly refer to in this blog as my black sheep. Family joke! With my passion for travel, culture, beautiful beaches, good food, books, theatre, writing, and humour, I hope to keep you entertained. I'm loving every minute of this creative journey, please join me.
        Marje @ Kyrosmagica on said:

        Glad you did and you shared it on your blog. 🙂

  51. francis and anna – Francis and Anna are couples who found love in Jesus. You can find them travelling through to life's beautiful mysteries, choosing to live in victory, writing about their close encounters, talking about God.
    francis and anna on said:

    this is interesting. thanks for sharing 🙂

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Glad you enjoyed! 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks. Glad you enjoyed!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      It is small but enough to fit two people across!

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  54. Hana Ryan – Living between Paris, Normandy and the Pacific Northwest. Business consultant, amateur art dealer, self taught naturalist and lover of wildlife and the natural world.
    The French Files on said:

    Love this, your photos and writing are lovely !

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks!

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  55. This sounds like an interesting place to visit! It’s nice to read a short introduction to the city first followed by the focus on one particular attraction in that city :). Also, I never knew about the photo challenge! Looks like something I’m gonna try 😀

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks! I just threw this post on my blog due to the photo challenge. I probably would have just included the photos in another post all together on Brasov which I have yet to write. The photo challenges are great!

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  56. Tina Schell – I am passionate about photography, love traveling and exploring new places and faces, and seeing the world from different perspectives. My lens is always on the lookout for something beautiful or interesting.
    Tina Schell on said:

    Not sure how I missed this one Nicole! Wonderful captures. Congrats on being featured on Discover!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      I actually am a little surprised this particular post was featured as I honestly don’t think it is even close to my best. I almost deleted the post in fact. Thanks Tina.

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thank you!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks so much! This is the first of many more posts on Romania to come. 🙂

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      It is a beautiful place that is for sure!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      You will love it! Brasov is fantastic and if you can drive around the countryside, it is purely magical.

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      That is one cool street! Thanks for sharing!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thank you!

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  64. leftoversfortwo – Melbourne, Australia. – Originally from the UK I now live in Melbourne, Australia. Compelled by a frugal pocket I cook, eat, and write about, delicious food. All stories and recipes can be found on my blog, leftoversfortwo, as well as on Facebook and Instagram.
    leftoversfortwo on said:

    How awesome is Brasov! I visited it on a day trip from Bucharest whilst on my honeymoon and discovered one of the best second hand shops EVER!! Lovely post! Xo

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks! Yes Brasov is quite magical! I loved staying there.

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks!

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  66. beeseeker – www.beeseeker.wordpress.com – Love travel, nature, gardening, music (especially live), the theatre, poetry: hope to keep learning, thinking and developing.
    beeseeker on said:

    String Street!

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  67. S Daniel Mantel – Skrivende. Næsten alt. Bare det ikke er for sandt... – MantelMomento's. Og andre og andres øjeblikke. Inkl evigheder. Kortprosa, sammenhæng mulig... Løgn er en god lim til at få det hele til at hænge. Sammen.
    mentalmantel2013 on said:

    Great pics! Btw; “narrowest in EASTERN Europe”… Yup: You’ll find even more narrow ‘streets’ in Alfama, Lisbon… THINK among if not the narrowest in (western?) Europe… 😉

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      I’ve learned about so many narrow streets in Europe! Will have to visit them!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thanks! Will do!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thank you!

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  70. Fantastic! Just added this to my Next Trip to Europe file. The way you wrote it made me imagine a movie sequence. Well done.

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Wonderful! More coming soon on Romania.

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Thank you!

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    • thirdeyemom – Writer, traveler, hiker and global humanitarian traveling the world and doing good. Member of Impact Travel Alliance Media Network. 40+ countries and still wandering sharing my journey along the way.
      thirdeyemom on said:

      Yes it was! Thanks for stopping by!

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