Located on the spur-city Poienari Caprisoara mountain at an altitude of 850 meters, protected by steep slopes, city guards Poienari centuries into the Arges gorge.
Following archaeological research has determined that it was built in the late thirteenth century, before the reign of Vlad the Impaler and made part of a strategic plan to defend the northern Wallachian border, along with other cities: Lotru, Stoenesti, etc. . Vlad Tepes, called Dracula, the city rebuilt and strengthened.
The defense walls are 2-3 meters thick. Entry into the city was made under the stone tower on a bridge. Once up this bridge, the city became completely isolated.
Access to the city is climbing the 1,480 steps in a beech forest. Reached the top of the mountain, guests will enjoy a city view impressive, which will not be forgotten.
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