As the first snowflakes land upon the fields and forests, silence falls over the dramatic landscapes of the Romanian countryside, transforming everything and creating an ethereal atmosphere that is only broken by the first flowers of spring. Blessed with four distinct and sometimes unpredictable seasons, these lands settle down under the cold breath of winter. The mountains close most of their gateways, but those brave enough to explore their wild ridges and valleys are awestruck by the sublime beauty of the white endlessness. There is a simpler and more subdued beauty everywhere, with shapes and patterns that reveal deeper meanings to the scenery…