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The bobsleigh track has been dismantled, but the memories remain. Thank you for a wonderful summer and autumn. See you in 2024! The "summer bobsleigh track" in Borsec/Borszék was handed over on October 23rd, 2019.  The slope is 1.5 kilometres long, and the ski lift takes the sleighs to the highest point of the track, to a height of 572 metres, where they can be rode down the 860-metre track. There can be 32 sleds on the course at a time, and each lap takes6-9 minutes.  The facility operate during the spring-autumn period.  Prices: • Adults: 20 RON/slide • Children under 14: 15 RON/slide Photo: Benkes Zsolt

In the early nineties, the number of Pentecostal pilgrims increased significantly in Csíksomlyó/Șumuleu Ciuc. The church and the surrounding area could no longer accommodate hundred thousands of pilgrims. According to the ancient tradition, the Pentecost celebration included a procession on the hill of Kissomlyó, which is why the new altar was settled on the saddle between the Nagysomlyó and Kissomlyó mountains. The so-called "triple hill" altar was designed by Imre Makovecz in 1996, following the request of Father Albert Bartók, the Franciscan householder. According to Makovecz, the Father clearly and precisely described the conception: a triple hill with a double cross to make an altar. He was assisted now and in later modifications by Ernő Bogos, an architect in Miercurea Ciuc, who took a significant role in the planning and construction work. The “Hármashalom” (“Triple hill”), which served as a model for the altar, is a heraldic element that appeared in the coat of arms of Hungary in the 13th century, and while it originally symbolized the three hills of the Golgota, later became the symbol of the former Hungary’s three highest mountains, Mátra, Tátra and Fátra. The altar was inaugurated on 24 November 1996, at the Feast of Christ the King. Today it hosts the annual Pentecostal celebration, the Day of the Thousand Szekler Girls and many other events. On 1st of June 2019, Pope Francis I celebrated Holy Mass at the “Hármashalom” Altar and has given the Golden Rose in honour of the Virgin Mary.

The Golden Rose (Rosa d'Oro) is a special gift from the popes, which is nowadays given to Mary's shrines. This honour was presented by Pope Francis in Șumuleu Ciuc/Csíksomlyó on June 1, 2019, in honour of the Virgin Mary. It is currently the only papal rose in the Carpathian Basin. Originally the popes gave the golden roses to persons of great merit serving the Church. The custom was first mentioned in 1049, in the context that the Pope had donated the rose to an eminent official. Later the kings received the honour, then different bodies, and in the 13-14th century it was given to churches. The first woman to take over was Joanna I of Naples in 1368. From the 17th century onward, the Pope predominantly bestowed the honour on women of royal families for their virtues, and for their church service. Since the mid-20th century, the Pope has honoured with the Golden Rose the Queen of Heaven, the Virgin Mary, at the most important shrines of Mary. Pope Paul VI awarded a church in Bethlehem in 1963, the Fatima in 1965 and the Guadalupe Shrine in 1966. Among others, John Paul II awarded the Golden Roses to the Shrine of Mary in Czestochowa, Loreto and Lourdes. Pope Benedict XVI honoured most of the Mary's shrines when he visited them (including Aparecida and Mariazell, the Immaculate Conception Church in Washington, the Nostra Signora di Bonaria in Cagliari, the Rosary of Pompeii, and the Basilica of the Rosary). Pope Francis also donated Golden Roses to the Mary's shrines in Fatima, Turin, Guadalupe and Czestochowa. The Golden Rose is a symbol of joy and love, a symbol of Christ, according to old ceremonies, and thus its giving is not only a simple acknowledgment but also a mission: the honoured ones must bring Christ into the world. The rose given by Pope Francis to the Virgin Mary of Șumuleu Ciuc/Csíksomlyó is made of silver with 24 karat gold plated stems. It is about 84 cm tall and weighs 1,200 grams. The Golden Rose was placed next to the statue of Virgin Mary, which having a height of 2.27 meters is the largest votive wooden statue in the world.

Crippled Church (Csonkatorony in Hungarian), ruins of the tower of the old village church is located on the western edge of the village Tomeşti (Csíkszenttamás), Harghita County, Romania, near the other two special attractions: Bottomless Lake and Saint Anna Bath. Photo: Munzlinger Attila

Welcome to our countryside! GALFFIS chocolate is the first chocolate factory in Transylvania. Visitors to their factory will be shown the secrets of chocolate making. Our showroom can accommodate up to 25 people. Visitors can listen to our chocolate history lecture while enjoying our finest own-brand coffees and teas. Our cosy terrace can accommodate up to 15 people. GALFFIS offers a Family-friendly programme: • we are presenting the history of the chocolate factory from its beginnings to the present day • a demonstration of chocolate making from cocoa bean to bar • a short introduction to coffee roasting • the highlight of the programme is a tasting of chocolate specialities  The duration of the demonstration and tasting is approximately 35-45 minutes. The visitor can purchase in our showroom and taste the chocolate specialities. The maximum number of people per visit is 15-25. Pre-registration is required: 0040 741 652 167 We look forward to welcoming you. https://www.galffis.com/info/viziteaza-fabrica-de-ciocolata-galffis

❗ Horseback riding tours must be booked in advance! We recommend that you book 3 to 4 days before your scheduled time. Horse riding tour: • Difficulty: advanced • Accomodation: guesthouse, tent • Horses type/ breed: warmblood • Equipment: soldier saddle • Period of time: 1 hour-1 week, nedds of clients • Number of participants: 1-10 ADDITIONAL SERVICE: • Kalonda Escape • Treehouse (accommodation)

Adventure makes you happy! - It's our credo. That's why we created the coolest electric bikes.  BIKKLA is the easiest and happiest way to explore the Red Lake and Borsec/Borszék. With the BIKKLA – Fat Electric Bike – you can explore and see more in a short time. We created BIKKLA to help you on your tour, the powerful electric motor and the high capacity battery gives you almost super-powers, this way you don’t get tired and you can enjoy the view and the adventure. You don’t have to worry where to go, we marked the routes, just follow the signs, we give you a map and we explain you the trails. See what routes you can do with BIKKLA electric bikes in the Lacu Roșu / Bicaz Gorge area. • Red Lake • Suhardu Mic • Cifra saddle • Oii Cree • Bicaz Gorge See what routes you can do with BIKKLA electric bikes in the Borsec area. • The mine • Mineral waters • Short panorama • Panorama Borsec

Push your limits! Explore the magical landscapes of Transylvania with us and experience the true freedom of off-road adventures! Whether it’s a buggy or ATV tour, or an unforgettable snow adventure on Harghita Mădăraș, we offer the perfect adventure for all ages – both beginners and seasoned adventurers alike. Hills, mountains, and dense forests await you, where nature and adrenaline go hand in hand, leading you on an unforgettable journey.

Be a part of the game in real life with the “Adventure Expert”. Real life, real situations, real participants and real emotions. But the laser gun does not cause injury (the principle of operation is similar to the remote control of a TV, it is not a laser, it works in the infrared range, it is absolutely safe, even children can play it) can be programmed for environmentally friendly multiplayer types. Gather a team of 6 people, create your strategy and start playing. This type of holiday is great for families, friendly companies and teams of workers (as a team building). The game is not associated with age, does not have a harmful effect on the human body, does not require special protective clothing, does not need a protective mask, is absolutely safe. In a laser war, quick thinking and decision making make a person a good player. At the end of the game, analytics is performed using data recorded on devices. Number of people: from 6 to 20 people. Age of participants: from 6 years. Program time: from 2 to 8 hours Location: neighborhood of Beile Tusnad. Start: near the Eco-boutique hotel “Fortuna” or from any other point by agreement. Safety: all participants are instructed. Cost: 2-hour program - 39 RON per person. Additional Information: - The program is available year-round.