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May 9, 2024 · Known as the “City of Great Ideas,” Iasi is a captivating destination that offers a one-of-a-kind experience to both locals and visitors alike. Its rich cultural heritage, stunning architecture, and world-renowned academic institutions make it a city of great significance.But there’s more to Iasi than meets the eye.
Stray dogs [edit] In Iaşi, dogs run wild and in these abandoned regions they are out of control. It is not uncommon to see 10 or more dogs together in packs. Do not bother them. Do not run away from dogs. See Aggressive dogs for more information on how to behave. Do not antagonize packs of stray dogs.
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- The Palace of Culture
- Copou Park
- The Iasi Botanical Garden
- Alexandru Ioan Cuza University
- The Central University Library
- Iasi Metropolitan Cathedral
- Palas Mall
- Ciric
- Dobrovat
- Geocaching
Built between 1906 and 1925 in a neogothic style, it is now the home of several museums – The History Museum, The Art Museum, The Ethnography Museum, the Science Museum and a Cultural Heritage Conservation-Restoration Center. It also features a tower clock that announces every exact hour by playing Hora Unirii (a traditional Romanian songto celebra...
If you are looking for a nice walk to unwind after a difficult day or you are just visiting, Copou park is the place to go. Copou is actually one of the 7 hills Iasi sits on and it hosts 2 of the parks the city has. The most famous and biggest one is called Copou, a place famous for Romania’s great poet Mihai Eminescu’s linden tree. This is where t...
If you go here, you’ll be visiting one of the biggest botanical gardens in Europe! It hosts a lake, a rosarium, a water lily mini tank and several greenhouses with plants from all over the world. You will also see all sorts of local and imported plants as you walk around its huge area. Also, each fall, it hosts one of the most impressive chrysanthe...
This is Romania’s oldest university, dating back from 1860 and still standing. It’s actually still being used as an university, which is pretty impressive in my opinion. Besides enjoying its very interesting architecture – a mix of classical and baroque styles, you can also visit “Sala Pasilor Pierduti”. Right from the entrance, the hallway hosts m...
A little farther down the road, you can find this little architectural gem that was built between 1930 and 1935 in a neoclassical style. It is currently functioning as a library, but you can just visit it for its beauty. The building itself was included on the list of historical monuments of Iasi county and is one of the most impressive sites the c...
In a country with so many amazing monasteries, it shouldn’t be surprising that we have one to share in the city of Iasi. We’re actually talking about a Cathedral, but it’s just as impressive. The architecture of the building is inspired by the Italian Renaissance style and the inside and outside decorations are inspired by the baroque style. The pa...
Even though malls are no longer as popular as they use to be in other countries, they are just getting started in Romania and the Palas Mall in Iasi is one of the biggest in the country. It’s also conveniently located near the Palace of Culture – so as soon as you’re done with that, you can hop in the mall for some shopping, eating or just walking ...
If you prefer to be outside more, Ciric is the place to go to. The entire area was recently redecorated so here you can find 2 pools, restaurants, summer gardens and a designated barbecue areas and wooden pavilions where you can have a picnic. It is the place where people come to relax and be away from the noise of the crowded city. It is also the ...
We’re still staying outside, catering for those who enjoy Rawmania (oh, terrible pun, I know, but I like it!). And we’re moving a bit away from the city itself, to the Dobrocat village – but it’s totally worth it! Anyway, Dobrovcat is an extended wooded area, one that contains a protected forest and a monastery not many people know about. This is t...
One thing I discovered years ago is geocaching. It is the best way to spend time outside no matter the season, if you enjoy adventures and treasure hunting. Even though geocaching is not very popular in Romania, Iasi and the surrounding areas have several hidden treasures you can hunt for. The whole idea is to find the hiding spot, open up the box ...
The 11 best things to do in Iași Romania are: Tram of Communism. Palace of Culture. Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs. Palas Iasi. Botanic Garden. Iasi Historical Town. Teatrul National Vasile Alecsandri. Palas Mall.
- Toto. The most famous and iconic dog in history is Toto, the small but courageous canine from The Wizard of Oz. Even the iconic American rock band, Toto, used his name as their own!
- Lassie. From her first debut in 1939 to becoming a well-known household name, Lassie the rough collie is one of the most famous dogs in history. Originally portrayed by the talented canine actor Pal in 1940, Lassie’s image quickly took over America, endearing herself to anyone who saw her.
- Rin Tin Tin. One of the most famous dogs in history was a talented German shepherd named Rin Tin Tin. Originally from France, Rin Tin Tin was born in 1918.
- Balto and Togo. In the winter of 1925, a deadly diphtheria epidemic threatened the people of Nome, Alaska. Although there was a treatment available, the closest was located in Anchorage, around 540 miles away.
Iași (UK: / ˈ j æ ʃ i / YASH-ee, US: / ˈ j ɑː ʃ (i)/ YAHSH(-ee), Romanian: ⓘ; also known by other alternative names), also referred to mostly historically as Jassy (UK: / ˈ j æ s i / YASS-ee, US: / ˈ j ɑː s i / YAH-see), is the third largest city in Romania and the seat of Iași County.
Jan 10, 2018 · The oldest Botanical Garden in Romania is in Iași and was opened in the nineteenth century by naturalist Anastasie Fătu. Sprinkled with beautiful lakes, several greenhouses filled with local and international plants, and small forests of hornbeam, beech, oak, poplar and maple trees, the Botanical Garden is the ideal place to spend a hot ...
