Restoring old houses to attract tourism, that’s what the inhabitants of Simon, a town in central Romania in the Brasov region, do.
More and more people want to experience life in a traditional house on their vacation days, so century-old houses are renovated or even moved to quieter and more picturesque areas. It is precisely, the other tourismthe one that does not bother.
Luminita Cherebetuowner of one of the houses, explains what its strength of attraction consists of: “This specific tradition offers any tourist a lot of privacy. Once tourists walk through the door, they can feel all the privacy they need, a romantic and comfortable intimacy. If you want to get up in your pajamas and have a coffee, you can do so on this patio. “If they want to sunbathe, walk in the garden, have a barbecue or talk in the barn, they can do whatever they want.”
Make each house a unique space
There are many owners of traditional houses who are also collectors. Inside they exhibit handicraft pieces such as old tools, cast iron stoves or ancient objects that were used in grandparents kitchen.
In a place that seems isolated from the world, time also seems to have stopped. That’s just what offers a different tourismleisurely and without stress.
