Peles Castle
Prince Carol of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen ascended Romania's throne in 1866
and began construction of the Peles Castle in 1873, based on the drawings
of German architect Wilhelm Doderer. After 1876, Johannes Schultz supervised
the construction of the 160 rooms with art, arms, and furniture collections.
Officially opened in October 1883, building operations continued between
1893-1914 under the direction of the architect Karel Liman. Sharp vertical
profiles, fragmented facades, and carved wood decorative elements dominate
this German Neo-Renaissance castle. Other buildings constructed within
and near the grounds of the castle offer hotel accommodations and recreation
facilities.
Sinaia Monastery
The Sinaia Monastery, built
in 1695-1796 in a Brancovean style by Mihail Cantacuzino the Spatharus,
houses a valuable manuscripts and art museum collection.
TOWN OF SINAIA INFORMATION LINKS:
Updated by ER May 15, 2000
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