In this week’s installment of Sue Perkins’ Big Adventure: Paris To Istanbul, our intrepid host finds herself venturing into the shadowy heart of Transylvania. “Transylvania and Bucharest,” the fifth episode of this six-part travelogue, sees Perkins tackling the region’s reputation for the supernatural head-on with a visit to the infamous Castle Dracula. Will the rumored home of Vlad the Impaler prove too chilling for our typically unflappable presenter, or will she find something more substantial than spooky tourism to sink her teeth into?
Beyond the cobwebs and bat-infested belfries (presumably), Perkins aims to uncover the authentic spirit of Romania. She’ll sip nettle tea with a local folk singer, meet dogs trained for earthquake rescue (a practical skill even vampires might appreciate), and try her hand at crafting traditional Romanian jewelry. Because nothing says “cultural immersion” like a bit of DIY bling.
But it’s not all folk songs and filigree. Perkins’ Romanian adventure takes a walk on the wild side with a close encounter of the ursine kind – yes, bears. And just in case facing down potentially grumpy grizzlies wasn’t enough excitement, she’ll also kick up her heels with a Romani band.
So, will Perkins’ Romanian escapade be a blood-curdling fright-fest or a vibrant celebration of culture and resilience? Tune in to Sue Perkins’ Big Adventure: Paris To Istanbul on Channel 4 this Tuesday at 9:00 PM to find out.
