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The Palace of the Parliament is no less beautiful place. The total area of the palace is 350 thousand sq. m. The palace is also known as the largest administrative building in the world. The height of the building is 92 metres (12 floors), and there are 1100 guestrooms in the palace, every of which is decorated with marble and crystal wares, giant mirrors and bronze statues, elegant furniture and fabrics. Curtea Veche is a famous landmark of the historic part of the city. The complex consists of three medieval buildings - Annunciation Church of Saint Anthony, the Curtea Veche Church and Hanu' lui Manuc. … OpenChapters of the guide to Timisoara
Cultural excursion through Timisoara - things to see
Those who want to appreciate the diversity of the local architecture are recommended to go to Libertatii Square. The beautiful castle Guniade is situated there. The last large-scale reconstruction of it took place in the 18th century. In the Middle Ages there were numerous fortifications on the site of the Liberty Square. One of the most interesting cultural institutions of the city is the Banat Village Museum. … Open
Attractions and active leisure
Travelers who can’t imagine the rest without spa treatment have to pay attention to the Div-ja Spa. There is a great pool and a variety of massages on its territory, as well as the professional beauty salon. Trips to Recas Wine Cellar located in picturesque suburbs are popular among vacationers. Tourists are treated as long-awaited guests; after an exciting tour visitors can go to the local store and buy their … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
The Casa cu Flori restaurant has not only an attractive menu, but also a very amazing design. It is situated in a beautiful historic house; its facade is decorated with pots of fresh flowers. Visitors of the restaurant can accommodate in the small cozy room or on the outdoor terrace of the second floor with a panoramic view of surroundings. Those who are fond of vegetarian food would like the Bio Fresh restaurant … Open
Travel guide to Timisoara
Timisoara Art Museum is popular with admirers of painting. Its unique collection began to emerge in 1879. Originally, unique art masterpieces were donated by city collectors and art historians. Today, the museum's collection includes more than 8500 art canvases. Since the museum's collection grew literally every year, the museum changed buildings repeatedly. Since 1947, it occupies the castle of Hunyadi. The Weiss … Open
Advices for travellers
8. Those who hope to bring a lot of pictures from holidays have to be extremely careful. On the territory of many cultural centers shooting pictures and video can only be allowed at an additional fee. Before photographing local people, be sure to ask them for permission. 9. You can exchange money only in special exchange offices or banks. Refuse the services of individuals, no matter how beneficial the proposal … Open
Timisoara sightseeing
Start your observation of the city from a visit to the central square named Unirii. The square is surrounded by amazingly beautiful medieval buildings. Catholic Cathedral is surely the main decoration of the square. This cathedral was built in the beginning of the 18th century. Its magnificent design in the Baroque style perfectly reflects best traditions of medieval architecture. The local Orthodox Church is … Open