Markets
The Painters’ Alley
This isthe place where one easily finds the most diverse selection of paintings that could become an acquisition designed to remind of Moldova and its people to anyone around this world. Arranged along the alley is some urban-style furniture at the background of which the artists’ paintings fit perfectly well into the landscape of Chisinau. Take your time to admire a real…
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Flea market
If you like antiques, the flea market is for you. Here you will find a multitude of decorative ware, cups and dishes, and other items from yesteryear.
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Crafts market
If you want to bring back mementos of Moldova, don’t miss the crafts market. Situated smack in the center of Chisinau, near the Organ Hall, it features the works of all kinds of Moldovan craftspeople. Traditional costume items include embroidered peasant blouses, waist sashes known as brau, embroidered catrinta aprons, decorated bundita vests, and leather peasant sandals known as opinci. The market…
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Chisinau Central Market
Welcome to the largest open-air market in Chisinau! Sprawling over several acres between Armeneasca, Metropolitan Varlaam and Tighina streets, it is half a block away from — and parallel to — the city’s main thoroughfare, Stefan cel Mare Avenue. You will find entrances on Armeneasca, Tighina and Columna streets. The Central Market is a crowded, colorful, must-visit bazaar, especially during summer, when…
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