Poenari Castle

Welcome, intrepid travelers and students of history. I invite you to pause for a moment at the base of this formidable mountain in the heart of Wah-lay-key-uh. …

We now find ourselves at the very beginning of the trek, facing a formidable architectural challenge that is inextricably linked to the experience of visiting Po-yeh-nar. Stretching out before us, carving its way upward through…

We have now reached roughly the halfway point of our ascent. This is a perfect moment to catch your breath, drink some water, and take in the dense, untamed wilderness that surrounds us on all sides. …

At long last, we have conquered the one thousand, four hundred and eighty steps and arrived at the summit. Welcome to the entrance of Po-yeh-nar Castle. …

We now move into the core of the ruins, where the central tower commands your attention. This specific structure is particularly remarkable because it still stands essentially as it did back at the beginning of the thirteen…

Follow the path along the perimeter until you reach the northern wall of the fortification. The wind often whips fiercely across this exposed section of the ruins, a fitting atmospheric accompaniment to the story of Vlad's…

We now carefully approach the eastern cliff edge of the ruins. Please mind your footing, as the drop-off here is incredibly steep and absolutely unforgiving. …

As our tour comes to an end, I invite you to stand near the highest surviving wall and cast your eyes outward over the magnificent Wah-lay-key-an landscape. In the distance, you might be able to spot the serene waters of the…