Two Fast Hours in Medieval Brașov — Romania’s Saxon Jewel
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Channel: Travel: The Good, The Bad & The Funny · 2012 · Travel & Events
http://www.TravelsWithSheila.com Guide Cristian (Cristi) gave such fantastic explanations throughout the tour that the You Tube prefaces are barely needed. But if you'd like to hear a few more details about Brasov: Brasov was built by the Teutonic Knights in 1211 on an ancient Dacian site and then settled by the Saxons. Set at an intersection of trade routes linking the Ottoman Empire and western Europe, the Saxon merchants became extremely wealthy. Brasov had massive defense towers, walls and gates; wall dimensions of 40 feet high, 7 feet thick and two miles long can still be seen, but only a few of the original seven bastions have survived. A fascinating city that is often used for movie backgrounds. Please don't forget to Subscribe Share and Like. Thanks.
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