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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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