Piatra Teiului, Nature reserve near Poiana Largului, Romania.
Piatra Teiului is a limestone rock formation that rises above the Bistrita River valley and sits on a terrace at about 508 meters above sea level. The formation lies near Poiana Largului and is an important geological landmark in the region.
The formation received official protection status in 1951 when it was designated as a natural monument of Romania. This recognition established its importance as a geological site for the region.
The rock appears in Mihail Sadoveanu's novel 'The Hatchet', where a character observes the snow-covered stone from her home. This shows how the landscape has long captured the imagination of writers and readers.
The site is accessible via the DN15 road, which connects Moldova and Transylvania and provides access to several destinations in the region. A visit is best made during clear weather to view the rock formation fully.
The formation was originally called Devil's Rock but received its current name after a linden tree grew on its peak. This name change shows how local traditions and nature have become intertwined over time.
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