
Some people ask where is it- in Europe? Although some will suggest Romania, since they know a bit more of the area of central and Eastern Europe. To this extent they are correct, Transylvania is found in Romania. It is only when people ask is that where Count Dracula comes from that they are incorrect, and this is a long standing myth.

People are interested when I tell them that my family is German, and also were known as Saxons, from the area. They will generally ask if I know about Dracula. Sometimes I answer we didn't. Sometimes I propagate the Count Dracula or werewolf myths. I tell them that howl at the moon. I play the voice of Dracula ('I want to have your blood').
Count Dracula seems to fascinate, but he is a work of fiction. The myth he existed is because of the man he was based upon.
Then I tell them that I am only joking- after all these are myths nothing real. Though it is fun to tell people about my family. It is more fun to tell them about the myths and the reality of what is true. There is far more interesting facts in the real Transylvania than any where else.
Vlad Tepes, prince of Wallachia, - real person, Count Dracula - not a real person.
Many people and cultures living in the area -Yes. All in harmony- not exactly.
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