Although it is called the Valley of the Hundred Hills, the rolling landscape near Braniste actually contains more than 3,000 undulations. It is such an unusual formation that you are unlikely to see anything like it elsewhere.
Legend has it that the mounds are the graves of Getae, an ancient tribal people who lived along the lower Danube River and nearby plains. The story goes that the tribe posted sentinels on the hills to warn of enemies’ approach.
Those who say the legend is untrue contend that only God could have created such a stunning, geologically symmetric arrangement.

With a population of 125,000, Balti is Moldova’s second-largest city.  Its homes, public buildings, churches and schools are a mix of architectural styles, including early 19th Century Romanian, Soviet and neo-Romanian.  Balti’s streets are quieter than Chisinau’s bustling thoroughfares.
But it isn’t boring, and it offers a few mysteries. For example, why is a tank sitting in the main square, and why does the city have two airports instead of one?  To clear up those conundrums, you’ll have to come see the city yourself.

Located in the North of Moldova, in the heart of Balti city, the “Barza Alba” Divine Factory was founded in 1944. The name “Barza Albă” comes from a beautiful legend, according to which, in the time of Stephen the Great, a herd of noble storks carrying bunches of grapes in their beaks, which they let fall inside the citadel, saved the defenders of a fortress from the siege of the Tartars. The grapes and the invaluable help of these fliers increased the forces and raised the morale of the troops who heroically repelled the attacks of the invaders until the army led by Stephen the Great came to their support. ”Barza Alba” has an impressive portfolio of ennobled divinities in barrels from 3 to 50 years. Among the most recognized divinities produced by ”Barza Albă” are “Belîi Aist”, “Bălți”, “Speranta”, “Prezident” etc. Over the years, these divines have accumulated more than 150 medals in their records, of which 80 gold, 10 “Grand Prix” but also the “Star AWARD” prize for special merits in the field of quality. “Barza Albă” is the right destination for wine tourism lovers and those who are looking for new wine experiences full of refinement. The company’s sommelier is the one who will tell you with great love about the history and components of Brandy, Divin, “Swept Apple Cider Brandy” and will teach you how to distinguish the types, aromas, colors and tastes of the drinks.

Over the eons the Duruitoarea River in northern Moldova carved out a deep gorge in the underlying limestone. In places where limestone and water combine, there are often caves, and this area has a famous one. The Duruitoarea Veche Cave was a Stone Age people’s settlement, archaeologists say. Evidence of early human life was found in its three sections, whose total length is 49 meters, or about 150 feet. Excitement swept through the area when someone made an exciting discovery near the cave years ago. It was the partial skeleton of a female mammoth with tusks three meters – or nine feet – long.

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Moldova’s largest manmade green area is Taul Park, which sprawls over 49 hectares, or 120 acres.  Russian financier Ivan Pommer hired famed Odessa landscape architect Hippolyte Vladislav–Padalko to create the park around Pommer’s mansion. Completed after three years of work in 1904, the park includes 150 species of trees, shrubs, vines and flowers, including more than 100 exotic varieties. The imports include Japanese cherry trees and Douglas firs from Canada.  There is no entrance fee to the park. You can explore it to your heart’s content, walking along an astounding 12 ½ kilometers of trails. Many visitors say the park’s most enchanting feature is the lake in its center. Its grounds include a number of historic buildings.

The Criva Cave is an awe-inspiring reminder of nature’s handiwork, starting with its length of 89,000 meters — or more than 55 miles – on several levels. It is the world’s third-largest cave carved out of gypsum, a sulfite mineral, and the world’s 26th-largest cave over-all. Its chambers range from five to 50 meters – or 150 feet – deep. Another amazing feature is the cave’s 20 underground lakes. The cave’s walls come in many colors, and it boasts stunning stalagmites and stalactites. It was discovered by accident in 1959 when quarry workers were using explosives to dislodge chunks of gypsum, which is used for construction and in fertilizer.

Naslavcea, on Moldova’s northern border, offers the country’s most spectacular views of the Dniester River. The best vantage points are the tops of steep emerald hills rising from the riverbank. The area contains what Moldovans call the Heart of the Dniester — an island in the river shaped like a heart. Nature is incredible away from the river, too. In fact many people call this location Moldova’s Switzerland. So be sure to explore the village’s surroundings, which include the Nagoryan Caves, where locals hid when the Tatars invaded. You’ll also find manmade gems in the area, such as a centuries-old water mill.

In Vadul-Rascov village one could find the House – Museum of the poet and playwright Dumitru Matcovschi. The Author created more than 50 volumes of poetry, prose and theatre plays. The house-museum preserves the authentic architecture alongside with the household that has always been known as a well-groomed one. The Dniester River runs next to the garden of the House-Museum, which creates a picturesque atmosphere, as if taken from the fairy tales.

The Jewish Cemetery of Vadul Rascov is a representative monument of Jewish community. People say that the Jewish cemetery here is the largest in the Republic of Moldova and one of the largest Jewish cemeteries in the Southeast Europe. Currently, there is not a single Jewish family living here, however the history of many families has left its imprint on the culture of the village.

Would you like to go back to the 15th century and see the magnificent fortress that lived through countless battles?

If the answer is yes, then the Soroca Fortress is just the place for you. Built firstly as a wooden fortress by our greatest ruler, Stefan cel Mare, and then rebuilt in stone by his son, Petru Rares. The Soroca Fortress is the only medieval monument left in Moldova. The fortress is located on the Arcașii lui Ștefan cel Mare nr 5 street in the town of Soroca, right near the Nistru river. If you’re interested in visiting this breathtaking sight, you can get there by car or using public transport. The Soroca Fortress is open starting Wednesday until Sunday from 9:00 till 18:00. The price for adults is 15 MDL, for children aged 7 to 16 – 7 MDL, and kids under 7 can enter for free. What are you waiting for? The Soroca Fortress is ready to take you back in time and captivate you with its awesome stories. 

Gracefully perched along the tranquil banks of the Răut River, Rogojeni village unfolds like a picturesque painting frozen in time. Here, the Răut River forms a spectacular Yin Yang Valley, where diametrically opposite parts complement each other, imbuing this place with a unique spiritual aura.

Local historical monuments offer valuable insights into the ancient cultures that once thrived in the area, from the ancient Cucuteni-Trypillia culture to Ottoman bridge constructions and the ruins of a Russian Empire Zemstvo school. Curiosity draws you here to explore the specific dugout-style houses, named „bașca”, ingeniously constructed right on the edge of the cliff. These distinctive residences seamlessly blend with the natural surroundings, offering a spectacular view and a sense of adventure for those who visit. You can delve into the old Rogojeni lifestyle at the local museum „Bașca lui Țîra”.