Braşov

Braşov is an important and representative Romanian city and the administrative centre of Braşov County. It is surrounded by the Southern Carpathians and is part of the Transylvania region.

The city was first attested in 1235 AD under the name Corona, a Latin word meaning "crown", a name given by the German colonists. It is the largest city in a mountain resorts area. The old city is very well preserved and is best seen by taking the cable-car to the top of Tâmpa Mountain.

Sights in Braşov: Bran Castle, situated in the immediate vicinity of Braşov. Biserica Neagră ("The Black Church"), a celebrated Gothic site - the building dates from 1477, when it replaced an older church (demolished around 1385). Its acquired the name after being blackened by smoke from the 1689 great fire.Casa Sfatului ("The mayor's former office building"). The administration for Braşov was here for more than 500 years. Biserica Sf. Nicolae (St. Nicholas Church), dating back to the 14th century.The First Romanian School, a museum with the first Romanian printing press among many other firsts.

1. The city was first attested in:

a)   1237

b)   1235

c)    1233

2.     …. Castle, is situated in the immediate vicinity of Braşov

a)   Bran

b)    Peleş

c)     Pelişor

3.     The administration for Braşov was here for more than … years:

a)    600

b)    400

c)     500

By Prof. Bianca Mitrea