Balvanyos
Sign in to saveBalvanyos (Hungarian: Bálványos) is a spa resort in Covasna County, in the east of Transylvania, central Romania. It lies at an altitude 840–950 m on the southern slopes of the Bodoc Mountains, some 67 km from Sfântu Gheorghe, the county's seat. The spa is located close to the ruins of the 11th century Balvanyos Citadel (, ).
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It is catalogued under topics including Resorts in Romania and Tourist attractions in Covasna County.
Its subject is documented across 5 Wikipedia language editions.
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- resort
- Country
- Romania
- Located in
- Covasna County
- Elevation
- 840
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- Balvanyos resort village with Balvanyos fortress in ruins on hilltop - panoramio.jpg
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Balvanyos (Hungarian: Bálványos) is a spa resort in Covasna County, in the east of Transylvania, central Romania. It lies at an altitude 840–950 m on the southern slopes of the Bodoc Mountains, some 67 km from Sfântu Gheorghe, the county's seat. The spa is located close to the ruins of the 11th century Balvanyos Citadel (, ).
The spa is one of several hydrothermal and volcanic features of the region. It lies 10 km from the Lake Sfânta Ana, which is unique in this part of Europe. A geological feature locally known as "The Birds' Cemetery" – precipice with hydrogen sulphide emanation – is also located nearby.
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