https://3speak.tv/watch?v=dresden.theone/aqugfltfxp
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=dresden.theone/aqugfltfxp

After hiking the relatively short but very steep trail to the summit of Mount Tampa, I decided to return with some extra activity.

I discovered that this was the official path used by hikers to reach the summit, rather than crossing through the Nature Reserve

It was much less steep, with dry terrain that provided better grip.

I greeted fellow hikers with a 'good morning' in Romanian as I passed them.

https://3speak.tv/watch?v=dresden.theone/qhadtffbtp
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=dresden.theone/qhadtffbtp

In just a short 5-minute, scenic stroll —wear sturdy shoes—, you'll find impressive views over the old town, an ideal spot for watching the sunset.

A professional photographer is available to capture the moment if desired.

The entire area is video-monitored.

https://3speak.tv/watch?v=dresden.theone/tphpfxmeja
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=dresden.theone/tphpfxmeja

This is the kind of joy that comes from overcoming obstacles and adversity in your life, achieving your goals on your own merits and without anyone's help, following your own path and your own light —even if it means going against the grain—, taking risks others would never dare to take, losing sometimes and winning other times, dreaming big.

I feel great pity for the majority of today's society who follow 'the path of the loser', the easy way of the mediocre, that one of not making an effort, of not trying to improve yourself in every aspect, of not minding your own business, the one of the hardened conformist, of taking advantage of others and other's trust, the one of committing crime —in general terms—, of transmitting their fear and inability to others, or of those who rejoice in the misfortune of others but never in the good of others, of those who do not step out of line, or who do not have moral values, honor, respect or discipline.

You can win or lose as many times as necessary, because that's what life is about: sometimes you're down and sometimes you're up, but always with your head held high.

Life isn't about not falling, but about how many times you can get up despite all those falls, and rise stronger and smarter.

🎶 'Mira como vuelo' by Miss Caffeina, playing in the background.

https://3speak.tv/watch?v=dresden.theone/jbptrrbupp
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=dresden.theone/jbptrrbupp

From here you can see the entire city of Brasov and the Carpathian Mountains.

https://3speak.tv/watch?v=dresden.theone/admazslnhx
https://3speak.tv/watch?v=dresden.theone/admazslnhx

I'm not a bear expert, these are just the most commonly spread general tips:

1.- Carry something with you that makes noise constantly to avoid accidental encounters.

2.- Do not carry food with you and, if you do, it must be vacuum packed in a protective atmosphere and unopened —energy bars, for example—.

3.- Never make a fuss or sudden movements when you meet them, do not run away.

4.- Never shout at them in low tones —they might think you are a bear and fight for their territory—, and never shout at them in high tones —you might trigger their hunting instinct when they identify you as a wounded animal—.

5.- Walk back along the path in the opposite direction to the bear, as quietly as possible, and if you speak to it, do so in a very calm and soothing tone —as if you were talking to a baby—.

6.- If the bear attacks, lie face down on the ground and wait for it to satisfy its curiosity, get bored, or become annoyed at not identifying you as a threat or prey.

7.- If you are face down and the bear continues to attack you, it may be hungry or trying to neutralize you as a threat, so defend yourself with all the strength or means at your disposal and say the Lord's Prayer.

Anyways, remember what the widely known bear safety rhyme advises:

«If it’s black, fight back; if it’s brown, lie down; if it’s white, say goodnight».

https://3speak.tv/watch?v=dresden.theone/vxahcbyh
Following the blue and white painted marks throughout the hiking route.

Three sounds predominate in the short:

https://3speak.tv/watch?v=dresden.theone/ujuwaodr
Also known as 'Biserica Sfânta Parascheva' (constructed between 1874-1876) was originally built as a chapel for the Groaveri Cemetery, located on the outskirts of the Citadel.

Its central octagonal dome, crowned with 16 windows, rises 12 meters high, and the roof is adorned with 10 turrets and a belfry containing two bells.

This cemetery is the resting place for notable Romanian figures, including poet Andrei Muresanu, composer Iacob Muresanu and philologist Sextil Puscariu.

https://3speak.tv/watch?v=dresden.theone/pqpfeyyz
This institution with a sporting tradition of over 100 years, it's located in the historic center of the city, at the foot of Mount Tampa.

Opened since 1894, it is known as the 'Tennis and Skating Place of Brasovians', having hosted international tennis tournaments, including the ATP Challenger.

In winter, they transform it into a beautiful ice skating rink, straight out of a Christmas movie.

https://3speak.tv/watch?v=dresden.theone/dicguuth
That grey building is the 'Apollonia Cultural Center', at the corner of Republicci St. and Michael Weiss St.

https://3speak.tv/watch?v=dresden.theone/vpttbspg
Setting foot in Romania!