Travel Guide to Chisinau, Moldova

First mentions of this city appeared in 1466. For a long time Chisinau has been a boyar patrimony. Today this is a large historical and cultural center. For convenience the city is divided into Low and High. You can see ancient buildings built in medieval times in Low Chisinau, while High Chisinau is considered the business center of the city. Each year new modern buildings appear here.

Probably, Organ Hall and National Drama Theater located opposite to it are main cultural sights of the city. Between these sights is located Great National Gathering Square – the biggest and most beautiful square in Chisinau. Victory Square is located in the center of the city. This square is built in honor of a famous commander Kutuzov who has defeated Turkish troops. A park is located near the square. If you make a walk on it, you will reach one of the most important religious sights of the city – the Cathedral. This church was built in 1830. Today its halls feature an exhibition of the local Art Museum.

Church of the Nativity of the Virgin is a great example of old-style architecture. One of the halls of this church has been turned into an exhibition center. Pushkin House-Museum is also one of the most attended sights in Chisinau. This building is quite usual at a glance, but the museum exhibits an interesting collection of items that will tell you about the life and work of the great poet. So called Valley of Classics will get you acquainted with great Moldavian writers. The valley honors famous poets and novelists of the country by featuring their statues made of granite. Theatre connoisseurs will never get bored in Chisinau as in this city you will find a large number of cultural facilities – Opera and Ballet Theatre, Theatre for Children named Luceafarul, Doll’s Theatre Licurici and much more.