“Romania and Castlelul Peles”

• August 31, 2020
• By Daryl
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As we hike up a cobblestone path from a hotel Bunny stayed at seven years ago, we made our way to Peles Castle. The path was steep and some cobbles were raised, causing a couple of stumbles. Gathering our strength along the way, we purchased some raspberries from a lady. With renewed strength and catching our breath, we enter the ticket area for our self-tour.

Walking up to the castle is breathtaking for more than just the visual impact. But walking into the courtyard entrance, really raised the impact to astronomical levels. Waiting in line to enter, gave us a few minutes to take in the spectacle of the spectacular experience ahead. One thing that stood out to me, was a small balcony with scenes painted around it. Images which enticed visions of Romeo and Juliet to real life. The ornately done exterior is underscored by the interior’s extravagance. 

Every rooms overflows with carved wood and exceptional furnishings. Never will one see a more well preserved residence, turned into a museum. We go from one room to another jaw dropping scene. 

The finest craftsmen from all over Europe and other parts of the world came to this one location to sculpt and create these masterpieces. The finish carpenters embellished carved wood and moldings in every inch of our eye sight view.

A wooden spiral staircase that was carved out of a single tree serves three stories. It was a copy of one the King knew of in Austria. The architect went to Austria to make blueprints and a native Romanian carved and built this staircase. All other carvings are done by other country craftsmen.

The gardens are filled with sculptures and fountains filling garden rooms on so many levels. Each area give great views of this architectural masterpiece. Every angle reveals another unseen feature.