Destinations
Gordinesti
The Gordinesti Gorge’s winding green valleys and other-worldly rock formations are stunning, and its caves hide traces of prehistoric animals and people. Locals have given the name La Castel to the area between the villages of Gordinești and Buzdugeni because a castle once stood there. In addition to hiking, you can look for the rock formations known as the Treasure of the…
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Domulgeni
If you think you have already tried every delicacy that Moldova has to offer — from soup to stew to sarmale cabbage rolls — then go to Domulgeni. The village looks the same as others, but it hides a secret. It produces one of the world’s tastiest smoked sausages. This is not just Moldovans’ opinion — tourists from all over say the…
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Tipova monastery
Tipova Monastery, a medieval hideaway carved into limestone rock, is one of Moldova’s oldest monastic complexes. It has three sections — the Holy Cross Churches, St. Nicholas, and the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. All rooms are interconnected by tunnels, galleries and stairs. The breathtaking Tipova waterfall is near the complex. Those eager for a spiritual escape come to the monastery and…
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Padurea Domneasca, or princely forest
Padurea Domneasca is one of Europe’s oldest and largest wooded meadows, covering 6,032 hectares. It is along the Prut River, which separates Moldova from Romania. Rare animals such as wild cats, forest martens, shrews, otter and mink live in the reserve. Since 2005, it has also had bison — the symbol of Moldova, found on the country’s coat of arms. The bison…
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Akvatir Sturgeon Factory
One of Europe’s largest sturgeon farms is in Tiraspol. Some of its excellent caviar stays in the area, but a lot ends up tens of thousands of kilometers away on the tables of connoisseurs and fine restaurants. The fish are as long as a man is tall, leaving caviar buyers and tourists — especially children — agape. This makes it a great…
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Casa Parinteasca Museum
It is in Palanca village in the Calarasi area near Chisinau. Your visit will start with an introduction to one of Moldova’s most beautiful women — your hostess, Tatiana Popa. She will welcome you to the home of her parents, whom the communists banished after seizing their possessions. After years of effort, Tatiana was able to recover the home and turn it…
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Manuc Bey Palace
Manuc Bey is a French-style castle with a winter garden, guard towers and a well-maintained park. Designed by Alexandru Bernardazzi, it was built during the second half of the Nineteenth Century. A recent renovation ensures that its dazzling architecture will captivate a new generation of visitors.
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Molovata
The village of Molovata, a little more than an hour from Chisinau, offers picturesque views of the Nistru River, a waterfall and a cave with an intriguing local legend. The Nistru is exceptionally wide at Molovata — more than a kilometer. Those who make their way to high ground are rewarded with a panoramic sweep of the river at Molovata, a community…
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“Plaiul Fagului” natural reserve
The Plaiul Fugal Nature Reserve is northwest of Chisinau, near the town of Ungheni. The serene area is rich in flora and fauna, hosting more than 900 types of plants, 40 animal species — including deer — and 140 kinds of birds. Plaiul Fagului is part of the Codru Forest. In addition to nature and wildlife, you will find quaint villages in…
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