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3 days ago · Chișinău, city and capital of Moldova (Moldavia). It is situated along the Bâcu (Byk) River, in the south-central part of the country. The first documentary reference to Chișinău dates to 1466, when it was under the rule of the Moldavian prince Ștefan III.
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Chișinău is known in Russian as Kishinyov (Кишинёв, pronounced [kʲɪʂɨˈnʲɵf]), while Moldova's Russian-language media call it Kishineu (Кишинэу, pronounced [kʲɪʂɨˈnɛʊ]). It is written Kişinöv in the Latin Gagauz alphabet.
Chișinău, pronounced "Kishinau" with "nau" as in the English word "now", is the capital of Moldova with a population of around 780,000 in the metro area (2018), and 250,000 people coming each day for work and entertainment.
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Moldova is a small country in Eastern Europe, situated between Romania and Ukraine, near the Black Sea (but with no access). Until 1991 Moldova was part of the Soviet Union. Chisinau, the capital of Moldova, is located in the central part of the country, 50 km from the border with Romania in the west and 50 km from the border with Ukraine in the ea...
Until the beginning of the 19th century, Chisinau was a small, provincial town with only a few thousand inhabitants and the massive development of the city happened only after World War 2. That’s why you won’t find here many grand buildings and monuments like in nearby Odessa or Bucharest. But Chisinau is still worth visiting. Fans of brutalist and...
Although Moldova is the least visited country in Europe it is not too difficult to get to Chisinau. During my first visit I took the minibus from Chernivtsi, Ukraine– it was a long journey but at least a direct one. The second time I flew directly from Warsaw with LOT Polish Airlines. There are a few other airlines, including low-cost, that serve C...
The majority of Chisinau attractions are located in the center and you can easily walk everywhere. However, there are a few places a bit away so you need to use public transport to reach them. Fortunately, in Chisinau it’s super easy – there is a designated person in each bus/trolleybus and you pay the fee directly to that person. In the minibusses...
During my both trips to Chisinau I stayed at the apartments I found on Booking, not too far from the center. They were much more affordable than hotels and better than hostels (but you can find those in Chisinau too). Unfortunately, both are not available on Bookinganymore. By the way, during my second trip, a weird story happened. I was waiting in...
Now let’s talk about things to do in Chisinau. For the city that is supposed to have almost no attraction the list I put together is actually pretty long!
After visiting Chisinau for the second time (and enjoying it) I saw how unprepared I went for my first trip, I had no idea what to expect from the city and hence I didn’t like it all that much. But Chisinau is pretty good actually, although I can imagine this is not the city for each taste. As you can see there are not all that many amazing attract...
- Triumphal Arch. Embarking on a journey to Chisinau, one can’t help but be drawn to the iconic Triumphal Arch, a symbol of victory and a gateway to the city’s rich history.
- Stephen the Great Central Park. In the bustling heart of Chisinau, Stephen the Great Central Park offers a serene escape, a place where locals and visitors alike can unwind and rejuvenate.
- National Museum of History of Moldova. Dive into the rich tapestry of Moldova’s past at the National Museum of History of Moldova. It’s one of the unique places in Chisinau where history enthusiasts can explore a vast collection of artifacts, each piece whispering tales of bygone eras.
- Chisinau Water Tower. For those seeking a panoramic view of the city, the Chisinau Water Tower is the place to be. It’s one of the coolest things to do in Chisinau, offering a distinct perspective of the city’s skyline, intertwined with the charm of historical architecture and modern buildings.
Chisinau is a good place to start any visit to Moldova. Not only does Moldova’s capital city take pride in its expansive green spaces, including more than 23 lakes and numerous large parks, but Chisinau is also filled with interesting things to see like its museums, churches, outdoor markets, historical monuments, theatres and much more.
Chișinău, formerly known as Kishinev, is the capital and largest city of Moldova. The city is Moldova's main industrial and commercial centre, and is located in the middle of the country, on the river Bîc, a tributary of the Dniester.
