The History Museum of Targu Mures
Finally after many years I am able to visit the History Museum of Targu Mures now at a new location inside the old fortress with some interesting exhibits
The impressive fortress of Targu Mures
One highlight of Targu Mures is the well restored fortress visible from almost anywhere in the downtown area
A nice hotel to explore Targu Mures
Two days are spent in downtown Targu Mures to celebrate a relative’s birthday and to explore the beautiful historical downtown
The renovated Tailor’s Tower
After many years this is the first time we found the Tailor’s Tower open and visited it climbing to the top and enjoying the historical exhibits
On top of the world or at least Cluj
During our time in Cluj we stay at the Cetatuia Hotel overlooking the city from the vantage point of the old Austrian fortress
Three days in the historical city of Cluj
We spend three days together exploring Cluj before splitting up with one remaining a few more days with family while the other one moves to Bucharest
Arriving in Cluj after a long delayed flight
Flying to Romania is a complicated and long affair at best of times and it is not helped this time by delays from weather but we make it in the end
Impressive Madeira, beautiful Lyon and beyond
We spend three weeks exploring Madeira and then France between Lyon and Saint Tropez with friends and family during a heat wave
Medieval Aix en Provence and return to USA
On our return drive to Lyon we decide to explore historic and famous Aix en Provence a popular town with tourists now and artists a century ago
Magnificent Aix en Provence cathedral
Another major stop on our walk through Aix is the large cathedral which we visit thoroughly while they prepare for a wedding