It is a campus that is full of youth and has a mysterious atmosphere that will captivate you. Its Balkan charm, its strong academic tradition, its magnificent churches, the wealth of historical figures who passed through the city and the exceptional architecture of their buildings cause an “explosion” of intense emotions for anyone who explores it. It is a city that you should visit once in your life because it will seduce you.
Currency: Romanian Leu
Calling Code: +40
Nearest airports from city center: Craiova Airport (8km), Sibiu Airport (232km), Bucharest Aurel Vlaicu Airport (245km), Bucharest Otapeni Airport (245km), Sofia Airport (256km), Targus Mures Airport (327km), Timisoara Airport (334km).
TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING
*** ART MUSEUM (Calea Unirii nr.15, Craiova 200419)
Housed in a building built at the end of the 19th century, it is worth seeing exhibits on Romanian and European art. There is also a separate gallery dedicated to Constantin Brâncuși.
*** CATHEDRAL OF SAINT DEMETRIUS (Strada Matei Basarab 19, Craiova)
The neo-Byzantine style church was built in a place where there was a 15th century church and is one of the most important attractions of the city.
*** MADONA DUDU CHURCH (Strada Madona Dudu 13, Craiova 200410)
Built in the mid-15th century, its architecture is Brancoven style and inside you can see the frescoes of Gheorghe Tattarescu.
*** MUSEUM OF OLTENIA (Strada Madona Dudu 14, Craiova 200410)
It is a museum that has exhibits related to ethnography, history, archeology and natural sciences from the beginning of the 20th century.
*** «ALEXANDRU BUIA» BOTANICAL GARDEN (Strada Constantin Lecca 26, Craiova 200008)
It is worth visiting because you will see plants from many parts of Romania and where the University students spend their hours there for studies.
NICOLAE ROMANESCU PARK (Bulevardul Nicolae Romanescu 1A, Craiova 200738)
A green oasis in the city center is a great way to relax. Enjoy your walk in the park.
*** ST. ELIAS CHURCH (Strada C. S. Nicolaescu Plopșor 3, Craiova 200733)
It was built in the 18th century and is one of the most important places of worship in the city. It is worth visiting and seeing its interior.
*** BANIEI HOUSE (Strada Matei Basarab 16, Craiova 200352)
In the oldest civil building of Craiova renovated in 1699 you will now see exhibits of the Department of Ethnography, where there are religious objects, carpets, rugs and many other objects.
*** COSUNA MONASTERY (Strada Coșuna 17, Craiova, 200819)
It is the oldest monastery in the city dating back to the 15th century and was built using stones and bricks from the Roman camp of Pelendava.
*** PARCUL TINERETULUI (Bulevardul Știrbei Vodă, Craiova)
Since 1882, it has been a park that offers many activities and for all of you who love sports. In addition to trees and plants, you will find tennis courts, mini football, basketball, volleyball, table tennis, mini golf, playgrounds and several chess tables.
TΗINGS TO DO
*** Tour the old town that will fascinate you.
*** Many churches dating back to the 18th century can be found in the city, such as Biserica Tuturor Sfintilor, Manastirea Obedeanu, Biserica Sfantu Gheorghe Vechi, Biserica Mantuleasa and Biserica Sfantul Nicolae.
*** A good choice to relax and pass the time is Zoo Park Craiova.
*** Târgul de Crăciun Craiova is essentially the point from which it is worth starting your walks.
*** If you have time, you can visit the “Domeniul Coroanei” Winery which is about 40 minutes away from the city.
FOOD AND DRINK
Romanian cuisine is excellent and we would recommend you to eat traditional dishes in Craiova’s restaurants or taverns. Sarmale cabbage dumplings, mititei which are like burgers, traditional soups (Ciorbă de Perisoare, Ciorba de fasole cu ciolan, Ciorba de burta), schnitzel, polenta with cheese and cream, carp brine and pork feast are some of the dishes to try. As a campus that also accepts students from abroad, there are also many restaurants with cuisines that are influenced by the Mediterranean, Asia and the USA. Try the traditional wines and beers to accompany your food.
WHERE TO STAY
You can find hotels in the city center and at a distance of 1-2 kilometers at relatively good prices.
FUN AND SHOPPING
*** If the weather is good, then the Water Park will delight young and old pool fans.
*** In Craiova you will have many options for your shopping, such as Electroputere Parc, Pelendava Shopping Center, Aliss Shopping City and Promenada Mall.
*** An ideal place for your shopping is the Mercur Center.
*** In the city center and the old town you will have many options for your shopping.
HOW TO GET AROUND
The most beautiful way to get around the city is on foot, by bus, by tram or by bike.
CITIES NEAR CRAIOVA
Major cities close to Craiova are Pitesti (127km), Sibiu (220km), Bucharest (235km), Ploiesti (243km), Nis (255km), Sofia (258km), Brasov (266km), Tirgu Mures (340km), Cluj-Napoca (393km).
