Church, mosque or temple
Black Church
Brasov, Romania
The Gothic landmark of Brasov, named for the smoke stains of a great fire.
Square · Romania · Transylvania
Council Square
The pastel-coloured heart of Brasov, with the old Council House in the middle.
Free to enter about 60 min
For storytellers
Why Council Square matters
The main square is ringed by baroque houses painted in warm colours, with the old Council House in the middle and mountains behind. It was once the centre of trade and political life for the Saxon community. Today it's where visitors sit on terraces, listen to musicians and watch the world go by.
Talking points
- The Council House has a tall tower at its centre.
- Cafes line the edges.
- The Carpathians frame the view.
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