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Peles Castle

str. Pelesuliu nr. 2 | Sinaia, jud. Prahova, Sinaia 106100, Romania
+40(0)244 310 918
Ranked #1 of 3 attractions in Sinaia
4.5 of 5 stars 76 Reviews
Type: Castles
Description: This 19th-century castle was commissioned by King Carol I and is considered to be one of the most beautiful castles in Europe.
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Long Beach, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW
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I regret not lugging my camera in and paying the fee. We used my father's point and shoot, and well, we're only keeping a few of them because they're all we've got... and they're pretty much all blurry. It was crowded, as is the norm I'm sure, BUT...even on the holiday weekend, once you get your slippers over your shoes... More

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Athens, Greece
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

If you travel to Romania, country of Vlad Tepes, commonly known as Dracula, there is a great place to go, Peles Castle. It is preserved in a great condition, thanks to the people who take care of it, day by day, a true heritage for the Romanians. I think that, the photos I publish make quite clear my admiration. After... More

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oxford
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

The best historical attraction Brasov has to offer and is not to be missed. Set in stunning mountain woodland it's yet another fairytale Transylvanian castle but one built at a time when Romanias involvment in European culture was at it's height. We recommend you not to take the 45 minute tour because it's just too short, we were left wishing... More

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Athens, Greece
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

The castle located at sinaia and is in very good condition.Great buildings and everything (exterior ,interior) is very nice.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012 via mobile

A must see if you visit Transylvania. Enormous castle, with interiour made of wood. There are 3 types of tickets, we bought the cheapest, that tours you through the main rooms in castle, but right after we started, we regreted, because the castle is beautiful.

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New York, NY
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

The train from Bucharest to Brasov will pass by the stop to Peles, so we decided to get out and see the castle. We took a taxi to the castle as it was winter and we weren't really quite sure how to get there, but you can walk it. We paid the extra to take pictures which was worth it.... More

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Marrakech, Morocco
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

Incredibly cheap--see everything available to see for less than 6usd but there is a fee for pictures. Unique architecture, great english tour, this castle is more artwork than architecture, each room themed for a different culture with secret passageways and hidden doors. Beautiful location, great for an affordable day trip from Bucharest

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Giurgiu, Giurgiu, Romania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012

Rising in the Carpathians, surrounded by fir woods, the Peles Castle is a must see in Romania. Entrance fee about 10 eur. Guided tours available in english.

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Hamilton, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

The castle was located in the middle of a wooded area, surrounded by snow capped mountains. It was beautifully preserved and made me feel as though I was transported back in time. If you take the tour and need a guide who speaks a language other than Romanian, you may have to wait a bit for a group to form.

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Sofia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

Nicely situated in a green area, the castle is very stylish, both from outside and inside! A must see if you are visiting Romania. There is a nice cafe bar overlooking the castle where you can relax when waiting for the tour to start. Go there early if you need to go for the full tour, the last group enters... More

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