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Mounds from Șona

Făgăraș, Romania

4.5 · 188 reviews

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Top-rated.online cuts through the clutter, highlighting only the reviews that are most helpful, earn the most likes, or come from the most active contributors. A place of myth and legend, the from Șona are sat on top of a hill overlooking the Olt river. Not much is known about the but the legends attribute their building to Dacians, Celts, or giants. Overall a great hiking experience. There's an access road that goes right by the but an off-road vehicle is required. The place is interesting and its worth a visit if you are in the area. Visit the place especially on a good weather as the road to access the site is a dirt one. After some rain the mud is too thick to reach the site. Be careful and quiet around the site as the wild life is not to be disturbed and in return beautiful birds or deers may be quite a scene. Beautiful view but the access roads are really bad. Deocamdată rămâne o curiozitate.... Nu trebuie bilete Trebuie masina mai inalta Mistery. I would dig to find out what's benef. :) Interesting place, nice view, relaxing and worth your time, if you are in the area. Access was not really comfortable, because of the roads, but not complicated. (June 2018). Un loc magic, usor de ajuns, fara lume si cu o priveliste incredibila, pe malul Oltului Awesome view of the Olt river area and Fagaras mountains After my wife and I walked through the village of Şona, we embarked on a journey to the Pyramids of Şona. As we left the village, the road meandered through rolling hills and verdant fields, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. This road, we soon realized, was not just a path to a destination; it was a gateway to the beauty of nature. The lush greenery, dotted with wildflowers and ancient trees, created a serene and calming atmosphere. The air was fresh and invigorating, filled with the sounds of nature. This journey was a perfect opportunity to disconnect from the digital world and reconnect with nature. And when we finally reached the Pyramids of Şona, we were greeted with a mysterious and splendid sight. In the land of pyramids, the serene silence was gently interrupted by the melodious chirping of birds and the soft bleating of sheep grazing across the Olt River. This tranquil symphony added a touch of magic to the already peaceful landscape, inspiring us to explore more. Our guide, a knowledgeable local, offered us a fascinating glimpse into the past, inviting us to ponder the stories, secrets, history, and legends that the Pyramids of Şona (Movilele de la Şona) hold. These remnants of ancient civilizations, a group of eight piles of up to 30 meters (about 100ft.) high, continue to intrigue and inspire visitors. The soil mounds, arranged in two rows based on their size, have an unclear origin, even for specialists. Locals call them “guruieţi” and claim these were formed by giants who once lived here. According to legend, Princess Şona ruled this land until giants from the Fagaras Mountains attacked. Crossing the Olt River, they shook the mud from their feet, creating these mounds. Another legend says that they date back to Dacian times, and treasures were buried inside them. Historians suggest these are tombs of Celtic chieftains who arrived in Transylvania before the Dacians. They buried their chiefs with jewels and precious objects in large mounds, creating additional graves to deter thieves, similar to those scattered across countries like Sweden, Norway, and Denmark. Geologists believe that the pyramids formed due to landslides about 10.000 years ago. Archaeologists have found traces of ancient inhabitants at the base of these pyramids, such as ceramics, spearheads, an ash urn, and an axe. Villagers report strange occurrences in this area, adding to its mysterious reputation. For instance, the meat in the peasantry's food packages doesn’t rot, even if left for days. Additionally, water remains fresh and is said to become curative. These inexplicable phenomena add a touch of magic to the already peaceful landscape, leaving visitors with a sense of wonder and curiosity. Whichever explanation we chose, we were amazed by these strange formations near the village of Şona and the Făgăraş Mountains. Noi am fost cu bicicletele pe drumul Sercaia, Halmeag, Sona, super frumos! O zona interesanta. Fiind vara am ajuns usor pana aproape de movile. Am urcat ca pe trepte pe varful celor mai inalte, de unde se vede si Oltul si munții. La baza lor am gasit flori diverse atat din zona de munte- Garofița Pietrei Craiului si Clopoței-, cat si din zona de litoral- Imortele, Scai Vânăt. Ar fi frumos daca s-ar organiza acolo tabere de cercetare atat arheologice cat si de biodiversitate. Ar putea contribui la dezvoltarea turistica a zonei. Șona are nevoie de un imbold economic serios. This is a really cool thing to see. We went there and were the only people there. Tremendous views on a clear day. Totalmente inaccesible para ir en coche. Caminos de barro después del pueblo de Sora. No hay ninguna señal que lo indique ni lo explique. Una pena, porque podría ser un atractivo turístico que revitalice la zona. Można zobaczyć jak duży był to obiekt. Przyjemny Pan opowiadający co można zobaczyć i ile czasu może zająć soacer. Przy okazji spotkaliśmy susła, więc wycieczka poza archeologiczną stała się przyrodniczą. Ein magischer Ort mitten im Nichts einer Graslandschaft Even though they don't have a clear and explained story on site, they are still fun to climb and provide a very nice perspective toward Făgăraș Mountains and City Area. Great place to connect with nature Website change monitoring Monitor any webpage for changes – get instant email alerts when prices drop, new jobs are posted, products come back in stock, or competitors update their sites. See how the number of reviews and average review scores have changed over time. Museum

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Address
Șona, Mândra, RO
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+40 766 573 203

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