Alba Iulia
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"Alba Iulia, leagănul Marii Uniri | Alba Iulia, cradle of the Great Union"
Why visit
Alba Iulia is a Transylvania stop for fortress walls, union history, churches, cafes, and access toward Dacian fortress country. It works when the Romania route wants history without only leaning on castles.
When to avoid
January and February bring biting cold and short, grey days. The citadel's exposed bastions feel desolate. Avoid arriving on a Monday, most museums close. Romanian National Day brings huge crowds and full hotels. Use Alba Iulia with practical movement built into the plan from the start. For Alba Iulia, group stops by area and keep enough slack for closures, slow transport, and limited hours.
