Sightseeings
Despite being a small city, Chisinau has tourist attractions that will please its visitors. Along with numerous churches and cathedrals, parks where you can see the natural beauty of Moldova are among the attractions of Chisinau. One of the sights of the capital is the Stefan Chel Mare monument. The memory of the Moldovan hero Stefan Cel Mare, who resisted the Turkish raids in the 1500s, was immortalized by the monument built in the 1800s. The statue located in the park of the same name is one of the most important tourist attractions of the city.Alexander Pushkin, considered the founder of modern Russian literature, lived in Chisinau. The house of the famous writer, who had a country house in this city, has been turned into a museum by Moldova.
Leisure
Starting from April, it becomes more comfortable to travel in Chisinau as the weather warms up. This process continues until September and October. In the summer you can also go to Chisinau and visit the world famous wine festival. During your visit to Chisinau, apart from historical buildings, there are many parks where you can relax and get acquainted with the interesting nature of Moldova. Dendrarium Park, located in one of the most central places of the city, is one of them. The area is also very popular with the local population in Chisinau and is a great choice for long walks. For relaxation or nature walks, you can head to the Dendrarium Park, which has an unusually peaceful atmosphere, especially with its flowers blooming in spring.
Food
After coming to Chisinau, you must try Moldovan cuisine. The food that Moldovans call spiral, which is very similar to our dolma, is of great interest to tourists. In addition, among the dishes that you can taste from Moldovan cuisine are mamaliga, adjika sauce, plachenta dough, dushbare and borscht soup, and rachitura, which is one of the most popular dishes. In Chisinau, you can taste famous Moldovan wines along with these delicious dishes. These wines, which are famous all over the world, are also one of the important sources of income of Moldova. These wines, distinguished by their unique taste, can be found all over the city. Especially during the harvest period, you can get a chance to taste the best wines by attending a wine festival.
Shopping
There are plenty of places to buy gifts for your loved ones from your trip to Chisinau. In many parts of the city, you can find souvenir shops selling products that reflect Moldovan culture. Moldovan wines are one of the most important gift options in the city. You can also find local clothes, handmade carpets or options from Moldovan culture like magnets or trinkets. For shopping in Chisinau, the city center areas are generally preferred. The area of Stefano Cel Mare is one of the ideal routes for shopping. In addition, Calea Mosilor, a market located 10-15 minutes from the city center, is among the areas you can choose for souvenir shopping. In addition, there are large shopping centers in Chisinau.
