Viscri Collection

The Viscri fortified church was built by the Transylvanian Saxon community in Viscri in the 13th century. It is a Unesco World Heritage Site. Brasov County, Transylvania, Romania

A horse and cart with a family in the Saxon village of Viscri, a Unesco World Heritage Site. Brasov county, Transylvania. Romania

Windows of traditional Saxon houses in Viscri, a Unesco World Heritage Site. Brasov county, Transylvania. Romania

Saxon houses in Viscri, a Unesco World Heritage Site. Brasov county, Transylvania. Romania

Romania: Viscri, Saxon woman in church attire (b / w photo)
6017504 Romania: Viscri, Saxon woman in church attire (b/w photo) by Hielscher, Kurt (1881-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Viscri, Saxon woman in church attire)

Romania: Viscri, Going to Church (b / w photo)
6017500 Romania: Viscri, Going to Church (b/w photo) by Hielscher, Kurt (1881-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Viscri, Going to Church)

Romania: Viscri, Saxon woman (b / w photo)
6017551 Romania: Viscri, Saxon woman (b/w photo) by Hielscher, Kurt (1881-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Viscri, Saxon woman)

Romania: Viscri, The senior of the village (b / w photo)
6017502 Romania: Viscri, The senior of the village (b/w photo) by Hielscher, Kurt (1881-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Viscri, The senior of the village)

Romania: Viscri, The fortified Church (b / w photo)
6017461 Romania: Viscri, The fortified Church (b/w photo) by Hielscher, Kurt (1881-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Viscri, The fortified Church)

Fortified church and fortress of Viscri, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Transylvania, Romania, Europe

Romania, Transylvania, Viscri, traditional Romanian village, supported by Prince Charles of England, building details

Romania, Transylvania, Viscri. View from the roof of the UNESCO protected Viscri Church

Inside Viscris Fortified Church
Inside view of Viscris Fortified Church - UNESCO Heritage

Viscri Fortified Church, Transylvania, UNESCO
The village of Viscri is best known for its highly fortified church, originally built around 1100 AD. It is part of the villages with fortified churches in Transylvania

Viscri Fortified Church in Viscri, one of the Villages with Fortified Churches in Transylvania, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Transylvania, Romania, Europe

Romania, Transylvania, Viscri, traditional Romanian village, supported by Prince Charles of England, building details

Fortified church of Viscri
The Viscri fortified church is a Lutheran fortified church in Viscri. It was built by the ethnic German Transylvanian Saxon community at a time when the area belonged to the Kingdom of Hungary

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Newly-lit pile in the traditional charcoal-burner's yard at Viscri saxon village Date:

Wildflower meadows, Romania
Wildflower meadows around the Saxon village of Viscri in Transylvanian Romania

Hay Rattle (Rhinanthus minor), also known as Common Yellow Rattle, in Viscri, Romania, showing both foliage and flowers

Bugloss (Echium russicum) flowers, growing near Viscri in Transylvania

Vicia tenuifolia and Rhinanthus rumelicus
Vetches (Vicia tenuifolia) and Yellow Rattle (Rhinanthus rumelicus) in the vast grasslands around the Saxon village of Viscri, in Transylvania, Romania

Viscri, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Saxonian churches, Romania, Europe

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Viscri, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Romania's Transylvania region, is a captivating UNESCO World Heritage Site. This traditional Romanian village boasts an enchanting landscape dotted with picturesque Saxonian churches that tell tales of centuries past. The Viscri fortified church stands proudly as a testament to the rich history and cultural significance of this charming village. Built by the Transylvanian Saxon community, it serves as a symbol of their resilience and architectural prowess. Supported by none other than Prince Charles of England himself, it has gained international recognition for its well-preserved beauty. The prince's admiration for this tranquil haven is evident in his efforts to conserve its authenticity and promote sustainable tourism. As you stroll through the cobblestone streets, you may encounter scenes straight out of a storybook. A horse-drawn cart carrying a joyful family reminds us of simpler times when life moved at a slower pace. The windows adorned with intricate designs on traditional Saxon houses transport us back to an era steeped in craftsmanship and attention to detail. In black-and-white photographs capturing timeless moments, we catch glimpses into daily life within this idyllic village. A Saxon woman dressed in church attire exudes grace and reverence while making her way towards the sacred walls that have witnessed countless prayers throughout generations. The senior member of the community stands tall, embodying wisdom earned through years spent nurturing traditions passed down from one generation to another. Viscri's allure lies not only in its architectural wonders but also in its ability to transport visitors back in time. As you explore every nook and cranny, you can't help but be captivated by the stories etched into every stone and whispered through each gust of wind. So come, immerse yourself in Viscri's magic – where ancient fortresses stand proud amidst rolling hills; where tradition dances hand-in-hand with modernity; where history lives on within these hallowed grounds.