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The birthplace of the infamous Vlad Dracula, this city is a well-preserved medieval citadel with fortifications dating to the 13C.

Sighisoara is a city on the Tarnava Mare River in Mures County, Romania. Located in the historic region of Transylvania, Sighisoara is the birthplace of the historic Vlad Tepes, who had been the inspiration for Bram Stoker's bloodthirsty Count Dracula. This city is a popular tourist destination for its well-preserved walled old town. Some of its landmarks include the 13C Clock Tower, a 12th-century Saxon citadel, Church on the Hill as well as the covered staircase leading to it, and the House of Vlad Dracul.

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Sighisoara, Romania

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The birthplace of the infamous Vlad Dracula, this city is a well-preserved medieval citadel with fortifications dating to the 13C.
Historic Center, Sighisoara

Back street in Sighisoara by Howard Chalkley

Take a walk through the ancient streets, tracing the elaborate 12C fortification system or simply enjoying the archaic ambiance.
Clock Tower, Sighisoara

Clock tower, Sighisoara, 14th - 16th centuries (4) by Richard Mortel

One of the city's former barbicans, this 14C clock tower houses a museum that follows the medieval history of Sighisoara.
Hill Church, Sighisoara

Church in Sighisoara by *vlad*

Climb up the 17C roofed stone staircase towards the 16C church with ancient decorative details, and visit the adjacent cemetery.
House On The Rock, Sighisoara

Schäßburg / Sighișoara / Segesvár, Romania by lraul06

A 17C building housing an educational cultural center, as well as a highly recommended souvenir shop with traditional handicrafts.

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