Which town in the Carpathians is a famous mountain resort, known as the Pearl of the Carpathians?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Sinaia, home of Peleș Castle
- Step 1: Sinaia is in the Prahova Valley at the foot of the Bucegi Mountains. Step 2. It grew after Carol I built his summer residence there. Answer: Sinaia, home of Peleș Castle. Why not the others: the other places are not mountain resorts.
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