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The Top 14 Attractions in Sălaj

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Sălaj. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Sălaj is a region where 14

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: November 10, 2025

Gradina Zmeilor (Garden of Dragons)

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The Garden of Dragons is a protected natural monument in the Almas Basin. It covers an area of two hectares. In this geological reserve, one can admire the effects of …

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Grădina Zmeilor Cave

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The cave in the Dragon Garden is a hollow space approximately 200 meters long. Anyone who wants to explore the cave will need something to illuminate it. Even a flashlight …

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Lost Place: Wesselényi Baroque Castle

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If you have one and a half million euros to spare, how about investing in Transylvania's largest Baroque palace? The owner, Éva Teleki, is looking to sell the palace, which …

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Porolissum Roman Fort and Archaeological Site

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Porolissum was an ancient Roman city in Dacia. Established as a military camp in 106 during Trajan's Dacian Wars. The site is one of the largest and best-preserved archaeological sites in modern-day Romania.

Tickets are 6 RON / person.

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Haller Castle Ruins

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The gate, a French fountain and the church are still partially preserved from the former baroque architectural ensemble, all of which are in advanced decay.

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Wooden Church of Racâș

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The wooden church of Racâș (Biserica de lemn "Sfinții Arhangheli Mihail și Gavriil"), dedicated to the Archangel Michael, was probably built around 1558, not in the Transylvanian style, but in …

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Central Park Zalău

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The Zalau City Center does not offer much and is not as beautiful as many other cities in Romania. A quick stopover to walk in the Central Park would be …

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Alexandru Ioan Cuza Monument

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The bust at the north end of Piața 1 Decembrie depicts Alexandru Ioan Cuza (also known as Alexandru Ioan I). He was the first ruler of the United Principalities (Moldavia …

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Jibou Town Hall

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The municipality of Jibou, with its 9,700 inhabitants, in Sălaj County is administered from this town hall. The municipality covers an area of 36 square kilometers. Jibou was first mentioned …

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Downhill from Porolissum Parking Lot

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The pictures are what is in the area, not the real downhill part. This downhill part from the public parking lot starts at Porolissum, a historical Roman location. Sălaj is …

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The Top 14 Attractions in Sălaj

Gradina Zmeilor (Garden of Dragons)

Grădina Zmeilor Cave

Lost Place: Wesselényi Baroque Castle

Porolissum Roman Fort and Archaeological Site

Haller Castle Ruins

Wooden Church of Racâș

Central Park Zalău

Alexandru Ioan Cuza Monument

Jibou Town Hall

Downhill from Porolissum Parking Lot

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