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1. Black Church (Biserica Neagra)
A fantastic Gothic-style structure, built in the late 14th century by the German community, this formerly Roman-Catholic house of worship remains today one of the region's most important Lutheran churches. At its highest point, the church is 213 feet high. It has only one bell tower, but the bell weighs six tons and is believed to be the country's largest. In the 1830s, prolific organ-builder Carl August Buchholz built the 4,000-pipe organ that's still played here weekly (concerts are at 6pm, on Tuesday in June and September and on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday in July and August).
Curtea Johannes Honterus 2, Brasov, Brasov, 500025, Romania268-511–824Sight Details
Rate Includes: 8 RON, Apr. 7–Oct. 11, Tues.–Sat. 10–7, Sun. noon–7; Oct. 12–Apr. 6, Tues.–Sat. 10–3, Sun. noon–3, Closed Mon. -
2. Council Square (Piața Sfatului)
Historic District/SiteThis lovingly preserved town square has been holding markets since the mid-14th century. In the middle of the square is a pillory formerly used for public punishments, including those of witches. The square and surrounding Old Town are filled with medieval buildings, and these include the red-roofed former Council House, now the Historical Museum. Built in 1420, its watchtower was used to look out for approaching invaders. Nearby is the handsome Renaissance-style Merchant's House (once known as Hirscher House, named for its owners, and now a restaurant). Within the square is Strada Sforii, once a firefight's corridor and the city's narrowest street; it measures between 44 and 53 inches wide and 260 feet long. Spring and summer are when Council Square is at its liveliest, with sidewalk cafés and musical performances, but there's much to enjoy even in winter.
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3. The First Romanian School (Prima Școală Românească)
Believed to have been built in 1495 (and then rebuilt a century later), this was once the only school in Transylvania. It was in use until the end of the 19th century and is today a tiny but perfectly formed museum. It's estimated that some 1,700 students from the surrounding villages were educated here. Your guide to this slice of Romanian history is Professor Vasile Oltean, the school's caretaker. Stored here are Romania's first printing press, the first Romanian bible, a few 12th-century school books, a slew of books dating from the 14th century, and even sheet music from composer George Enescu. Next to the school is St. Nicholas Church, well worth a visit for its beautiful frescoes.
Piața Unirii 2–3, Brasov, Brasov, 500123, Romania268-511–411Sight Details
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