CHISINAU (MD)
Chișinău Founded in 1436 as a monastery village. Today the capital of the Republic of Moldova is known as the greenest capital in Europe and ranks 47th out of the 100 largest cities in the European Union! The nickname of Chisinau is “The city of the White Stone”!

CHISINAU’S HISTORY
Chișinău has a recorded history that goes back to 1436. Since then, it has grown to become a significant political and cultural capital of South East Europe. In 1918 Chișinău became the capital of an independent state, the Moldavian Democratic Republic, and has been the capital of Moldova since 1991.

MY OPINION
Τhe first thing I can say is that it has surprised me very positively. Chisinau is a city full of greenery and a warm friendly atmosphere. I was surprised by how clean they are everywhere and they made me love the small cafes with the impressive design in every case, which everyone can find in every park and every corner of this city. Finally, the traditional market of the city is, I would say, something special, that’s why I tell you to visit it. And finally, don’t make the mistake I did, Chisinau is at least worth seeing and how it is at night.

MUST SEE – Cricova Winery Underground Wine Cellar
Moldova has a long history of wine production and selling because of which, in today’s date, Moldova produces two-third of the wine consumed in all over the Soviet Union. Being the second largest world cellar in the world, your visit to this beautiful city would be considered incomplete if you don’t visit the Cricova Winery. This underground wine cellar has a history dating back to the 15th century and is assumed to be spread over 120 km of caves and tunnels.

PLACES TO VISIT

1. NATIVITY CATHEDRAL
Being the main cathedral of the Moldovan Orthodox Church, this is basically the heart of Chisinau, a place that you must visit. It was built in the Early 1830s and is a paradigm of a neoclassical building. As you walk into the cathedral, you find yourself surrounded by a serene ambiance, rich in moments of spirituality and an aura as pure as that of the paradise. The fine architecture of this building and great interiors add even more positivity to this place. No wonder why it is regarded as the ultimate center of faith for all the people of Moldova.

2. TRIUMPHAL ARC
Located in the heart of Chisinau, this 13m long, white stone arch was built in 1840. This historic monument was built to pay homage to the brave soldiers of the Russian-Turkish war. A place worth visiting, it is one of those fine architectural monuments on\ which the people of Chisinau feel immensely proud. Also, you can witness the beautiful snow or lighting effects at night, which will leave you spellbound.

3. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF HISTORY
Located in the central region of Chisinau, this museum is more like a memory lane taking you back in time as you dig deeper into the past. It is one of the most significant museums in Moldova. Visit this museum to have a close look at the 165,000 different types of items which are related to the national heritage.

4. STEFAN CEL MARE CENTRAL PARK
Spread over 7 hectares of area, this is the oldest park in the whole country of Moldova and one of the largest parks in the city of Chisinau. Featuring beautiful fountains, ample of birds, and lush greenery all around, this park is totally sunk in a serene and romantic ambience. The whole ambience is so peaceful and soothing that once you enter into this park, you may lose track of time. Due to its romantic ambience, this park is also known as the ‘Park of Lovers’, as it is a famous meeting spot for the couples. Also, if you ever visit this park, make sure you check out the ‘Alley of Poets’ and ‘Alexander Pushkin’s bust’.