Craiului
Craiului, commonly known as the Craiului Mountains (Munții Craiului), is a limestone mountain range in central Romania, part of the Southern Carpathians. It lies between the Transylvanian Plateau to the north and the Olt Valley to the south, spanning portions of Brașov and Sibiu counties. The range is noted for its rugged crests, deep gorges, and extensive beech and conifer forests.
Geographically and geologically, the Craiului Mountains are characterized by limestone karst, with steep ridges and limestone
Conservation and protected areas are a significant aspect of the Craiului region. The area is protected as
Biodiversity and human history are intertwined in Craiului. The region supports wildlife such as brown bears,