In Neamt County people had the occupation of raising animals for the daily food. Most of the animals were raised in the mountain villages where there was good grass and where the conditions permitted large herds of animals. The sheep herds can be seen even today on the hills of Neamt County together with the shepherd and the protective dogs.
In “doine” (traditional Romanian songs) and ballads this kind of life is well described and depicted. One of the most famous ballad is Miorita that was also adapted by the writer …

From Thursday October 17 2013 at “Lascar Vorel” Galleries from Piatra Neamt you can visit the exhibition of painter Dumitru Bezem. This exhibition is an anniversary one, celebrating the birthday of the painter on October 23 and it’s also a tradition started 10 years ago.
Dumitru Bezem is the most prolific painter from Piatra Neamt with up to three personal annual exhibitions. This new exhibition is an impressive one through the number of works and also through the vibrancy of colors that create a powerful visual impact.
The themes chosen for this …

Autumn in the forest from Cozla Mountain offers an impressive and colorful show with yellow and rusty leaves that create a carpet just like nature would prepare for a big party. Every step is in the company of leaves and the magic of the forest. If you are visiting Piatra Neamt during this time of the year we recommend a walk through this forest until you reach “Trei Caldari” Rock.
The route Piatra Neamt – “Trei Caldari” Rock is easy to make and you also have few panoramic points over the …

Just like every year swans and wild ducks return on the three protected lakes near Piatra Neamt. Through the beautiful feathers and the elegance with which they swim the swans offer a beautiful show to all tourists.
The three lakes, Batca Doamnei, Vaduri and Pangarati are well safe from violent winds and its surfaces don’t freeze entirely, offering a perfect stopping place for these migrating birds. The food and the warm waters also contribute to the high number of birds that stop in this place.

Swans and wild ducks

On the shore of …

The smell of autumn is all around us and is like an invitation to spend few days in nature, away from the stress of the cities. Bicaz Gorges represents one of the most well known touristic attractions from Neamt County. It has a length of 8 km starting up of “Lacul Rosu” Lake and going until Bicazu Ardelean village.
This world of massive stone walls is part of Cheile Bicazului – Hasmas National Park that has three protected areas: “Lacul Rosu” Lake, Bicaz Gorges and Hasmasul Mare. The road that goes …

The most visited touristic attraction from Pangarati commune is Pangarati Monastery an important historic and religious place located on Bistrita Valley, near the road that goes from Piatra Neamt to Bicaz and near to the power plant Dimitrie Leonida. Numerous tourists come to this place but few venture on the trails that go into the forest reserve from Pangarati.
To reach this place you have to go on the road that goes near Pangarati Monastery and walks you through the village. The yew reserve is one of the local attractions that …

Between September 26 and 30 2013 took place the first edition of EuropaNova Festival dedicated to languages, cultures and spirituality from central, east and Balkan Europe. The edition from this year was dedicated to Romanian language and Neamt County Council was invited to participate at this event by Tracialand private group for public affairs. Neamt County Council was the only public authority present at the event because Neamt County is a touristic location where there are all types of attractions: touristic, traditional and historic.
The purpose of this participation to the …