We were born in Transylvania on Halloween and are now the second biggest export in Romania after Dracula. We lived in Transylvania until four years ago and went to the local ballet schools. It is a fantastic place, surrounded by mountains and as wild as nature can be.

There are lots of small medieval villages in the mountains and at night it can be a little spooky with noises from the winds and roaming wild animals like wolves and bears, who can be very hungry and noisy. It can be very surprising.

But it is also full of mystery and as a beauty stop it is fantastic. It has never been changed by man and the people are friendly.

People come from all over the world to see Dracula's Bran Castle, which is partly ruined. Nearby there is also a replica castle, which has been turned into a five-star hotel, with all sorts of special spooky effects.

The traditional food is full of calories because of the very cold winters and cholesterol-rich desserts include papanasi and cottage cheese doughnuts with sour cream. At Christmas we eat soups and meat, chicken and pork. We especially like chicken salad.

There is a lot of snow and skiing in the area - but we' can't go down the slopes anymore because we're not allowed to break our legs.

Interview by Gavan Naden

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