Dearest readers, you’ve probably already crossed the entire country from one corner to another with our virtual tours, but today we suggest revisiting Targoviste, a small city with a great history.
The county capital city of Dambovita, Targoviste was the center of Walachia between 1396 and 1714. It is also the place that has witnessed the influence of Vlad Tepes the most – just thought we should mention this, since there are many of those who assimilate Bran Castle in Transylvania and the stories of vampires with the Impeller who never ruled there. Tepes built the Chinia Tower, now a symbol of the city. Measuring almost 30 meters in height, the tower, built around the year 1460, owes its present look to the rules Gheorghe Bibescu, who restored it in the 1850s.
What else is there to visit in town? Let’s begin with the Royal Court Museum. The rulers of Walachia reigned from here between the 14th and the 17th centuries. The Royal Court of Targoviste is a highlight of Romanian medieval and pre-modern architecture and hosts a series of museums and expositions. The Royal Church harbors an art collection dating back to Brancoveanu. The Royal House of Petru Cercel presents a history of the Court. The famous tower exhibits an educative exposition about Vlad the Impaller – Dracula, between legend and historical truth.
It is important to note that Targoviste is culturally relevant and has been so since time immemorial. It used to be a center of commerce and education. No wonder the town hosts an impressive collection of museums.
The History Museum of Targoviste was opened in 1986. Various artifacts talk about the rules of illustrious figures like Mihai Viteazu, Neagoe Basarab, Petru Cercel, Constantin Brancoveanu or Matei Basarab. Ornaments, books, frescoes and xylographs adorn the rooms, proof of the efforts to develop local culture.
How do we get to Targoviste? An excellent and comfortable way would be an airport transfer booked for accessible prices.