It was opened in 2006 and is up to UEFA standards for international competitions. It has been used as the home of the Moldovan national football team and several of the country’s clubs in European competitions, because their own stadiums did not meet the specifications to host international matches. Its capacity is 10,400 seats and when the stadium fills up, a fantastic and pure football atmosphere is created. Around the stadium there is a hospital, hotel, cafes and gyms.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT TO STADIONUL ZIMBRU
*** BUS: 4 (trolleybus), 5, 23, 103
CHISINAU: THE WHITE STONE CITY
The capital of Moldova is a special tourist destination that deserves to be visited at least one day in your life. It is famous for its wines and many call it the “city of white stone” because it was originally made of white stone and the “city on seven hills”. Its socialist architecture, its parks combined with modern buildings cause an impressive “explosion” of images that will fascinate you.
Currency: Moldovan Leu
Calling Code: +373
Nearest airports from city center: Chisinau Airport (12km), Iasi Airport (154km), Odessa Airport (194km).
TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING
*** TRIUMPHAL ARCH (Piața Marii Adunări Naționale, Chișinău)
It was built in 1840 to celebrate the Russian Empire over the Ottoman Empire and is one of the most important sights in Moldova.
*** NATIONAL MUSEUM OF HISTORY OF MOLDOVA (Strada 31 August 1989 121 A, Chișinău 2012)
The national heritage of Moldova is exhibited in the Museum with over 260 thousand exhibits that will fascinate you. In the Museum you will find Ancient History and Archaeology, Medieval History, History of Vassarbia, Modern History and Treasures.
*** STEFAN CEL MARE CENTRAL PARK (Bulevardul Ștefan cel Mare și Sfînt, Chișinău 2012)
It is the oldest park in the country and is an important attraction. For the locals it is considered an ideal place for dates for young couples!
*** NATIVITY CATHEDRAL (Piața Marii Adunări Naționale 12, Chișinău)
It is the most important church in Moldova and dates back to 1830. It was damaged during World War II, but the damage was restored.
*** NATIONAL MUSEUM OF ETHNOGRAPH AND NATURAL HISTORY (Strada Mihail Kogălniceanu 82, Chișinău 2009)
It was opened in 1889 and is considered the oldest museum in Moldova. You will find exhibits of geological, paleontological, zoological, archaeological, folklore, ethnographic and numismatic interest.
*** VALEA MORILOR PARK (Strada Grigore Alexandrescu, Chișinău)
It is one of the most beautiful parks in the country with a lake, hiking trails and amusement parks.
*** STEPHEN THE GREAT MONUMENT (Bulevardul Ștefan cel Mare și Sfînt în Parcul Ștefan cel Mare, Chișinău 2012)
It is one of the most important monuments of the country with the statue of the national hero of Moldova who ruled from 1457 to 1504 standing majestically.
*** NATIONAL BOTANICAL GARDEN “ALEXANDRU CIUBOTARU” (Strada Pădurii 18, Chișinău 2002)
It dates back to 1950 and is intended to be a green “miracle” where the aromas and the image of the plants and trees will enchant you.
*** HERTA HOUSE (Bulevardul Ștefan cel Mare și Sfînt, Chișinău)
The building that was built in 1939 is one of the most important attractions and it is worth seeing all the exhibits and the various ornaments, vases, paintings and more that are in the villa.
*** GRADINA ZOOLOGICA (Bulevardul Dacia 50/7, Chișinău 2072)
It is worth a walk to the zoo which opened in 1978 and you will find rare animals and birds.
ΤΗINGS TO DO
*** Chisinau is the city with many parks and it is worth taking a walk in Dendrarium Park, Rose Valley Park and Cathedral Park.
*** Alexander Pushkin Museum is also a good choice to spend your time, as you will learn everything about the life of Russia’s greatest poet.
*** The Military History Museum is also of particular interest.
*** It is also worth taking a walk in Muzeul Zemstvei.
FOOD AND DRINK
Chisinau offers food that will delight you. Of course it has cuisines from all over the world (Mediterranean, Russian, Ukrainian, Romanian, European, Asian, American, Latin American), but we would recommend you to try the traditional dishes of the country. For example, order borscht soup, polenta with cheese and sour cream, sarmale which is stuffed cabbage rolls, stuffed bell peppers, kebaps, meatballs, fish fried which is fried fish, chicken noodle soup and moldovan pie. Try the traditional pastas, coltunasi reminiscent of ravioli and the delicacies of the meat dishes. The city and Moldova in general is famous for its wine production. So, don’t hesitate to accompany your food with the local wine.
WHERE TO STAY
In the city center, but also a few kilometers outside the center, you can find hotels or apartments depending on your budget. You have many options.
FUN AND SHOPPING
*** Shopping MallDova is the largest shopping center in the city and you should definitely visit it.
*** Zity Mall is yet another option to do your shopping.
*** Atrium is also famous for the very good prices and many options you will have for your shopping.
*** If you like paintball, Chisinau offers many options, such as Commandos Paintball Club and Sector Md Centrul Sportiv De Paintball.
HOW TO GET AROUND
The most beautiful way to get around the city is on foot, by bus οr by bike.
CITIES NEAR CHISINAU
Major cities close to Chisinau are Tiraspol (78km), Iasu (151km), Odessa (195km), Galati (233km), Braila (263km).
