Heroes' Cross on Caraiman Peak

The steel structure rises 39.3 meters high at an elevation of 2,291 meters in the Bucegi Mountains near the town of Bușteni.

Queen Marie and King Ferdinand of Romania funded the construction between 1926 and 1928 to commemorate railway personnel who died in World War I.

The monument displays 300 electric lights at night, creating a strong visual presence across the Prahova Valley as a symbol of national remembrance.

Visitors can access the cross through hiking trails from Bușteni, with optimal visiting conditions occurring between May and October when weather remains stable.

The Guinness World Records recognized this structure as the tallest summit cross positioned at such an elevation, featuring arms that extend 7 meters each.

Location: Bușteni

Inception: September 14, 1928

Made from material: steel

GPS coordinates: 45.41599,25.49747

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:33