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The 9 Best Museums in Sighisoara, Transylvania
The clock tower of Sighisoarais the grand dame of the city, reigning tall and proud from atop a central hill. Founded by Transylvanian Saxons during the 12th century, Sighisoara is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and features well-preserved medieval stone streets and structures. Visit fortified churches, climb the famed Scara Şcolarilor covered staircase, and get goosebumps at the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler, the inspiration for Bram Stoker’s terrifying creature, Count Dracula.
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1. Art & Crafts
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 234 reviews
Hello, My name is Mark Tudose and few years ago I have start "Art & Crafts" in Sighisoara. At first I have made a local artist gallery with handmade products around Sighisoara. I do the wood part in the gallery. In time we developed more opening a museum section for our gallery with pieces made of wood about 50 years ago. This year is for the first time when we will open this museum part for our customers. So, feel free to visit us and let me know your opinion. I really think that the only way for a craft it comes with the story behind. I hope you will like our stories.
Reviewed By mirunavrn - Bucharest, Romania
This souvenir shop in the historical center has various products made by local craftsmen: from wooden carved spoons and hand painted Christian icons to handmade magnets showing the most iconic attractions of the city. The owner is very polite and hospitable, even gives more details about the products and the stories behind them.
2. The Spoonman
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5.0 based on 23 reviews
We are a group of romanian artisans in the heart of Sighisoara in the House of Vlad Dracul at groundfloor. I will be happy to share my stories and to show how my spoons are made. In the same time i am happy to have in my shop the work of one of the best craftmakers in Romania.
Reviewed By 532dariav
Wonderful location with artwork's aim to promote deep feelings and roots toward the connection to art crafts wood, symbols, semiotics
3. Central Underground
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
This exhibition, located in an old vaulted wine cellar, in Central Park Hotel basement, brushes upon the communist period of 1944 to 1989 in Romania. It illuminates the history of the Romanian people, from their daily lives to their inner feelings during those 45 years, presented through writings, audio & video, photos, typical pieces of clothing, books, magazines and other contemporary objects.
4. The Dracula Investigation
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5.0 based on 203 reviews
Who hasn’t heard of the (in)famous Dracula? Vampire or ruler, known near and far for his cruelty. Here, at The Dracula Investigation, you will learn that this story also starts with a simple human being like you and me. A person with feelings, a traumatized kid - allow us to present you the real Vlad Dracula - the son, brother, warrior. Inside, in 5 rooms Vlad himself will tell you his life story. You will get to see animations, sculptures and light/ shadow effects. We invite you to travel back in time with us to get to know Dracula’s human, real and often hidden part.
Reviewed By 350kingak
An original idea presenting the life of Vlad Țepeş (the Impaler) in an interactive way with videos, sculptures and audio, creating an adequate atmosphere for his life story.
5. Transylvanian Souvenirs
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
Small authentic souvenirs shop in heart of the Medieval Citadel of Sighisoara. You can find here handmade souvenirs, T-shirts, jewelry, books, maps, children gifts and some flavor of the magic Transylvania in every object we selected for you. Owners are born and raised in Sighisoara. You will find work by us (handmade) and some collections we selected for you from the local community.
6. The History Museum
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4.0 based on 136 reviews
Reviewed By AndreiStej - Bucharest, Romania
The history museum that is located inside the old clock tower, features some interesting pieces from the old arts like blacksmithing and tailoring. Also, very interesting is the old medicinal history here. It's a nice and cheap place for a cool history lesson.
7. Weapon Museum
8. Torture Museum
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2.5 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By Vladimiramirela - Mississauga, Canada
Before visiting this place, I have not fully realised the degree of cruelty people excercised against each other in the medieval times. Just seeing the stiff armchair padded with sharp nails and a few other specialised increments, gives one a serious pause.
9. Transylvania Galleries
Transylvania Galleries - interactive exhibition space in Romania that combines elements of state-of-the-art technology with historical exhibits, following the European and world trend of technologicalization for museums and exhibition spaces.
