*2.1. Work Methodology*

The survey methodology of Transylvanian castle gardens was based on the principle that the sites concerned must be interpreted in context with the related settlements and landscapes, as the only way to understand their historical importance and current value.

For a systematic survey of the visual links and eye-catchers of the castle gardens, we established the following theoretical framework:


The research methodology may be practically divided into two main parts: the garden history research and the site survey.
