It’s that time of the year when I visit castles. At Peles, they have everything – a retractable glass roof, a playhouse, a Moorish saloon, a Turkish parlor, a 19th-century heating system that’s so good they never had to clean it, and the first modern toilets in the world.
Together with Bran, Peles is one of the best places to visit in Romania. But be ready for a queue at the entrance. Many people are coming here, especially after the death of King Michael.
Within walking distance, you’ll find Pelisor, a more intimate summer castle. Don’t skip it. Inside you’ll find a queen’s own art creations, combining Celtic and oriental motifs. And her heart in a box.
Romania isn’t only beautiful – it can also be refined, even luxurious. But you have to look in the right places, and not be easily put off by appearances.
The wooded slopes guarding the castle make for a spectacular setting. I felt a little sorry for leaving this statue there alone, though. Wish I could have taken her by the hand and brought her home to meet my mother.
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What a beautiful post! Peles is a marvellous place more or less in the middle of the forest and of not much else than amazing nature. I am sure the statue is dreaming about you, since you left her:)
Lovely!!!
Stunning photos and what an amazing view (again)!
A lovely winter and a 2018 full of great travelings!!😊
Beautiful photos! I love castles, and this looks like a place I would absolutely love to visit.
One can only hope to be as you have become, to be able to find statues one would would want to bring home to meet one’s Mother.
Your travels are an inspiration for aspiring writers like me. Hopefully, someday, I can also visit peles in the dead of winter and get the chance to write about it.