Part 2.
What Do Romanians Think About It?
That’s a good question! Many of them don’t really
care! As simple as that. They simply don’t consider it as one of their legends,
since there are so many other legends enriching their folklore. Romanian people
do appreciate stories that tell about kindness and beauty, like Ileana Cosanzeana and Fat Frumos
din Lacrima. Ileana stands for the feminine beauty, the most beautiful
amongst the fairies; her eyes look like the sun, her body is like the sea and
her garments are made of flowers; pearls and gold flow out of her mouth when
she sings and uses her power of white magic to heal or revive. Fat-Frumos, akin to Prince Charming, is
a knight hero possessing courage, purity, justness, physical and spiritual
strength, cleverness, passion, and unshakable love. Then there are the animal
fables and fairytales: Capra cu trei iezi
(The Goat with Its Three Kids), illustrating the motherly love and childish
disobedience, Cei trei purcelusi
(Three Little Pigs), speaking about how hard work and patience pays off in the
end. This is the genuine Romanian folklore. Does it come as nonsense to you? I
assure you this is the truth. Romanians don’t mention Dracula if not as a
historical figure. But recently, some people have started to grasp another viewpoint.
Even if Dracula is only a legend, it can mean a good opportunity for foreigners
to come to Romania. This country will finally be known better. It could all start with your curiosity, but
in the end the legend will lead you to awesome places, hospitable people and
beautiful traditions.
That’s exactly why I thought about giving you this
chance. Why getting married in exotic places where everybody else can go?
Choose a unique wedding destination, where the spectacular scenery and its
medieval castles form the perfect setting for your wedding, whether you believe
or not in vampires! :)
