The Danube Delta is a place where the river meets the sea, a wonderful corner of nature, mysteriousand of a surreal beauty. The relentless rustlein the canals, the lakes with their colored water lilies, the fishing villages and the beaches with the finest sand irredeemably win you over and invite you to discover the wild world of the Delta. The water maze reveals splendid landscapes, which load you with energy and offer moments of absolute silence.

Nature's show, the generous accommodation offer and the multiple recreational opportunities attract tourists who want a memorable vacation outdoors. Although there are some places accessible by car (Mahmudia, Murighiol, Dunăvăţ), the Delta lets itself truly be explored only by water. You can opt for classic passenger boats, catamarans or private motor boats; an original option is that of floating hotels, aboard of which you enjoy new wonderful places each day. Among the attractions of this area we can name Murighiol, Razim and Babadag Lakes, Halmyris, Histria and Enisala Fortresses, Caraorman Forest, Litcov Canal, Sulina Harbor, Mila 23 and Mahmudia villages.

Those who want to admire nature at sunset hours can rent rowboats, motor boats orcanoes and discover the hidden treasures of the Delta by themselves. Moreover, if you are passionate about birdwatching, this is the right time to observe the flight of birds; above the water surface, pelicans, cormorants, swans, egrets, storks and shelducks rule over the space and delight you with graceful movements.

One of the most popular ways of recreation on the Danube is fishing. Whether you are an amateur fisherman or an enthusiast of this sport, in the Delta you will definitely have a generous catch. Sfantu Gheorghe, Crisan, Dunăvăţ, Uzlina and Roşu are some of the places where you can catch carp, pike, catfish or Pontic shad. Besides, who can give better advice if not a fisherman schooled on the canals of the river?

After long walks on water roads, how about a getaway on an almost deserted beach? At Sulina and Sfântu Gheorghe the sand is silky, and the only sounds belong to the sea and the birds. The beauty and the harmony ofthe landscapes make you completely unwind and forget about all your problems.

The Delta is the ideal retreat in nature, a place where you can spend evenings around the campfire listening to fishermen stories. Get ready for a fun vacation, uplifting and filled with many fascinating discoveries.

[An article written by Andreea Bertea]