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Traveling by car in Moldova
Moldova is a wonderful country with a magnificent nature, a long history and a unique culture. So, travelling by car is guaranteed to be exciting and leave many bright impressions. We will tell you about the most popular places that are definitely worth visiting.
Chisinau
Chisinau is the capital of the Republic of Moldova. It is a beautiful city with many museums, theaters and attractions. You can try the most delicious dishes of national cuisine in popular restaurants. One of the most favourite places among tourists is the Valea Morilor Park. In this park you can not only relax surrounded by beautiful nature, but also admire the magnificent panorama of the city.
Historical cities
There are many ancient cities in the Republic of Moldova. Among them is Orheiul Vechi (Old Orhei), included in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It has a unique historical flavor. There, as well as in the cities of Soroca and Tighina, you can seefortresses which were built in the Middle Ages.
Old Orhei
Old Orhei is an archaeological reserve and one of the most popular places for tourists to visit. Here you can see ancient cave monasteries. If you arrive by car, you will be able not only to see all the sights of the complex, but also to admire the unique panorama of the Reut River. If you go from Chisinau, the road to Old Orhei will take very little time. The archaeological reserve is located only fifty kilometers from the capital of Moldova.
Soroca Fortress
Soroca Fortress is a majestic stone structure, which is impressive with its medieval flavor. This citadel was built in the 15th century, during the reign of Stefan the Great. In those years, it was served as a defensive structure and became a refuge for local residents who were saved there from the attacks of the Ottoman Empire.
A number of buildings, including a monastery and a garrison, are hidden behind the massive walls of the fortress. Towers and bastions are located along the perimeter of the majestic citadel. If you travel by car, the distance from Chisinau to Soroca Fortress is approximately 100 kilometers.
Monasteries
Moldova has a large number of monasteries of unique beauty. Many of them are surrounded by picturesque natural ensembles:
- Curchi is an Orthodox monastery which was built during the Middle Ages in the middle of thick forest.
- Saharna is an Orthodox monastery that was built in the 16th century in the mountains.
- Noul Neamt is an Orthodox monastery which was built in the 18th century on the banks of the Reut River.
- The Orthodox monastery of Capriana, located just 40 kilometers from Chisinau, is also located in a uniquely picturesque place.
Milestii Mici Winery
The Republic of Moldova has long been famous for its vineyards and the art of winemaking. The Milestii Mici wine cellars are the largest in the world. They are located underground, and their total length is more than 200 kilometers. The winery itself is located in close proximity to Chisinau. People come here on excursions to learn about the unique traditions of local wine production. You can also taste and buy products with your favourite varieties.
Curchi Village
The best way to learn about the unique values and traditions of the rural residents of Moldova is to visit the village of Curchi. For this purpose, special excursions are organized for tourists here. You can visit a traditional Moldavian hut, take part in a musical and dance performance and taste traditional Moldavian cuisine.
Mimi Castle
Located 30 kilometers from Chisinau, the castle was built in the 19th century during the reign of Constantin Mimi, the last governor of Bessarabia during the tsarist era. Now it is a popular tourist attraction. Constantin Mimi Castle was built of red brick in the neo-Gothic style. You can admire not only with the exterior, but also with the rich interior decoration with numerous antique furniture.
Comrat and Gagauzia
If you want to learn about the Gagauz culture, you should come to Comrat. This unique region will leave a lot of bright and positive impressions. You can get here by car from Chisinau in about two hours.
Where to rent a car in Moldova?
If you are interested in the possibility of renting a car in Moldova, contact RespectAuto! We will help you rent a suitable car – from the economy segment to the luxury class. Various insurance and roadside assistance options are available. Our company offers online booking of the car you need. You can rent a car right at the Chisinau airport and immediately set off on an exciting journey. Most of the roads in Moldova are in good conditions, especially where tourist routes run. With a car from RespectAuto, your trip around Moldova will be comfortable and exciting.
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