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- 2.1 Background. 2.1.1 Legend. 2.2 Fortress. 3 Construction and architecture. 4 Restoration. 5 References. Toggle the table of contents. Rupea Fortress.
- First mentioned in 1324, Rupea Fortress extends on almost 11 hectares. Its three levels were built in different moments, the newer ones enclosing the top...
- Rupea Fortress looms high above the town of Rupea on a 120m high rock and makes for a nice visit when driving from Brasov to Sighisoara.
- Homorod Baths are located at a distance of about 60 kilometers from Rupea Fortress and is distinguished by the presence of numerous mineral water springs.
- Throughout history, the Rupea fortress served as a refuge for the people of the surrounding villages during the repeated attacks of the Tatars and Turks.
- Half-way between the medieval cities of Brasov and Sighisoara, the fortress of Rupea amazes through its imposing dimensions and old centuries of history.
- The first ticked on the list was Rupea Fortress, located on the outskirts of Rupea, Brasov County, on Cetății Street, on top of a hill.
- Rupea Fortress is located just northwest of Brasov which is located in central Romania just north of Sinaia and east of Sibiu in the Transylvania region.
- The entrance into Rupea citadel. The Rupea fortress as it is seen from under the Gate Tower. The Dawn fortress and a path which leads to the Upper fortress.
- Rupea Fortress is one of Transylvania’s most iconic and spectacular sites. ... The current Rupea Fortress was built by the Saxon German colonists around 1320s.
