"Peles Castle, Sinaia" Top 5 Page for this destination Brasov Off The Beaten Path Tip by midnight_mike

Sinaia, about an hour south of Brasov, is home to Peles Castle. The castle (pronounced Pelesh) was built in the late 19th century under the direction of King Carol I. Its design was influenced by the German Renaissance, but there are several themed rooms including a Turkish room, a French room and a Florentine room. There are frequent tours throughout the day. The gardens, combined with the panoramic view of the surrounding forests, are simply amazing. There is a smaller castle nearby, built in the same style. When you are there, you will also want to stop by the monastery. You will see it as you walk up the hill from the train station to Peles castle. Sinaia has many hotel and restaurant options. It is awfully quiet at night, so you might want to stay in Brasov.