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Top 10 Sights & Landmarks in Chisinau, Chisinau District
Boasting 23 lakes, innumerable parks and varied wildlife, Chisinau has one of the highest proportions of natural spaces of any city in Europe. Moldova's green capital is situated on the Bic River, surrounded by fertile land rife with vineyards, making it a popular destination for wine tours. The city is also renowned for its cognac and especially its award-winning beer, so arrive thirsty!
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1. Tekwill Technology Hub
2. Synagogue Chabad Lubavitch
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
After decades of war, destruction and oppression, the Jewish community of Kishinev is experiencing a renaissance, unprecedented in modern times.
Reviewed By 152zeldaa
I stopped by this synogogue on a recent business visit to Moldova, and was treated so well but the incredible staff! Delicious kosher food and minyan. I'll definitely be visiting here again
3. Catedrala Nasterea Domnului
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4.5 based on 309 reviews
Reviewed By 781steved - Liverpool, United Kingdom
The cathedral was built in a Neoclassical design in the 1830s. The adjacent bell tower which was destroyed by the Communists after WW2 and rebuilt in 1997.The simple design with pleasing doric columns and a pretty dome are complemented by the very pretty mosaics inside.
4. Jewish Cemetery
5. St. Theodor Tiron Convent
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 112 reviews
Reviewed By R_TheReader - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
The convent is within walking distance from the center but it's far from other attractions, so you may be tempted to skip it. Don't. It is a quiet place, with a beautiful church. Quite simple, actually, but it does provide the ambience of a religious location.
6. Kishinev Jacobs Jewish Cultural Center
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4.5 based on 15 reviews
7. Victory Memorial and Eternal Flame
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4.5 based on 300 reviews
Reviewed By gkw09 - Cambridge, United Kingdom
A wonderful expanse of ground is dedicated here in Chișinău to those who gave their lives during World War II. The Eternal Flame burns symbolically and the large red and pink coloured structure - resembling five 25m high rifles - stands proudly at the centre of this park. It is free admission to the Victory Memorial and very poignant with other monuments and carvings to be seen throughout.
8. Church of St. Nicholas
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4.5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By TheLush101 - Cardiff, United Kingdom
The church is right in the heart of Chisinau and easy to find in the park. It's fairly plain looking from the outside, but the inside is the usual spectacular (compared to non-orthodox christian churches) display of decoration. Definitely worth a visit and ideal if you want some peace and contemplation.
9. Orthodox Cathedral of the Transfiguration of the Saviour
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By Coryy20 - Port of Spain, Caribbean
This church is a solutley beautiful both inside and out. The exterior somewhat looks russian. The interior is clean and decorated beautifully with an exotic touch. There is an area to light your candle (for a small donation) and say a prayer. Really a must see.
10. Afghan War Memorial To Sons of Motherland - Eternal Memory
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4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By X5564XMjimh - Chisinau, Moldova
A memorial to the Soviet soldiers from Moldavia who lost their lives in the Afghanistan War, a war that lasted 9 1/2 years. This war is also referred to as the Soviet Union's Vietnam War or the Silent Bear. The similarities between the Soviet Afghan War and America's Vietnam War are almost identical. Both Soviet Union (9 1/2 years) and the USA (8 years) lost wars that they believed they would win in only a few months; but were severely defeated. Both the Soviet Union and USA retreated and evacuated Afghanistan and Vietnam. Both wars were political. This is considered one of the leading causes of the fall of the Soviet Union.
