Tabla Buții
✨ Short Description
Tabla Buții is an important historical landmark located at 1,340 meters altitude in the Tătaru Mountains, near the borders of Buzău, Prahova, and Brașov counties. This strategic mountain pass linked the Southern Carpathians with Transylvania and served as a customs post and trade route during medieval times. In World War I, it became the site of fierce battles between Romanian and German troops, and today, a military cemetery honors the fallen soldiers of both sides.
📜 History of the Site
Since medieval times, Tabla Buții was an essential customs and trade route between Wallachia and Transylvania. Used since Roman times, the pass was a military and economic corridor for Roman legions, medieval merchants, and warring armies—including the Pecenegs, Cumans, and Tatars. The fortress in the area was rebuilt multiple times, first by the Teutonic Knights in the 13th century, but was later destroyed and reconstructed during various wars.
⭐ Importance and Uniqueness of the Location
Tabla Buții played a crucial role in Dacian, Roman, and medieval defense systems, serving as a vital transit and military outpost between Wallachia and Transylvania. Its strategic importance became evident during World War I, when heavy battles took place here. The Heroes’ Cemetery, where Romanian and German soldiers rest, now stands as a symbol of peace and remembrance.
👻 Local Myths and Stories
A Battleground of Many Eras – Tabla Buții has witnessed countless battles, from Dacian-Roman conflicts to World War I.
A Symbol of Reconciliation – Local priest Vasilescu played a key role in gathering and burying soldiers from both sides, transforming the cemetery into a tribute to heroism and peace.
🗺️ What to Visit
Heroes’ Cemetery – Final resting place of 166 Romanian and German soldiers who fell in 1916.
Ruins of the Fortress – Remains of a medieval stronghold, rebuilt in several stages over the centuries.
Heroes’ Monument – A memorial dedicated to World War I soldiers, located near the Tabla Buții site.
📍 How to Get There
Access: Reachable from Valea Chiojdu or Vălenii de Munte via road 1A. Alternatively, it can be accessed via a forest road from Chiojdu.
GPS: N45.32, E26.02999999
🔎 Things to Keep in Mind
Historical Battles: The area was a key battlefield in 1916, and an annual tribute is held in the military cemetery.
Accessibility: While the main road is accessible, the cemetery and fortress ruins require a short hike up a hill.
⏳ Visiting Program and Fees
Annual Commemorations: Held every August 6, featuring military and religious ceremonies in honor of fallen heroes.
Access: The cemetery and memorial sites are open to visitors year-round, with free public access to commemorative events.