5/5 Alexandru T. 4 years ago on Google
The
small
village
of
Racos,
half-way
between Brasov and Sighisoara,
is
well-known
in
Romania
for
its
geological
importance.
The
crater
of
a
volcano
that
last
erupted
thousands
of
years
ago
and
the
nearby
basalt
columns attract
many
travelers
curious
to
discover
a
landscape
that
seems
to
come
from
another
world.Still,
the basalt
columns,
10-15
meters
tall
and
more
than
1
million
years
old,
and
the
millennial
crater
are
still
the
main
attractions
of
the
village. Both
landscapes
are
the
result
of
the
volcanic
activity
that
took
place
in
the
Eastern Carpathians,
the
last
eruptions
happening
10,000
years
ago.
You
can
easily
find
the
columns
and
crater on
foot,
taking
a
walk
of
30-40
minutes
from
the
village.
You
can
also
drive,
but
keep
in
mind
that
the
dirt
road
is
more
suitable
for
walking
than
driving,
unless
you
prefer
the
off-road
adventure.
The
geological
surprises
don’t
stop
here. A
turquoise lake
formed
in
a
former
basalt
quarry
is
the
locals’
favorite
place
for
a
swim.
If
you’re
planning
to
go
local
in
Romania,
this
is
your
chance
to
do
it
in
the
most
original
way.
Don’t
be
surprised
if
you’re
not
the
only
one.
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