[Europe Travel] Romania: Timisoara

Timisoara is a major city located in western Romania. Timisoara is located near the border with Hungary and Serbia, so it is also home to Hungarian and Serbian people. Timisoara is a city with a strong Hungarian culture and an exotic atmosphere. Although this town is not well known as a tourist destination, it has a surprisingly large number of tourist attractions such as theaters, museums, and parks, and there are a certain number of tourists visiting it.

Location

Timisoara is a city located in western Romania.

History

Timisoara has been in the literature since around 1000. A fortress was built by Hungary in 1307 and the town developed. Although the town was later ruled by the Ottoman Empire, it became modern and became Austrian territory. After that, it was occupied by Serbia and became Romanian territory. In 1989 Timisoara began the Romanian Revolution with an armed uprising against Chauchesk. This city has become a free city.

Climate

Timisoara is very warm in the summer and very cold in the winter. Temperatures range from -3 ° C to 29 ° C throughout the year.

Language

The official language of Romania is Romanian. In addition, there are a certain number of residents who can speak Hungarian and German.

Security

Timisoara is relatively calm and safe compared to other cities. However, it is dangerous at night, so avoid going out.

Race

Romanians make up 90% of the total in Romania. Others are inhabited by Magyar, Roma, Serbs, Ukrainians, etc.

industry

Timisoara has very strong ties with the United States and European countries, has made a lot of investment, and many Western companies are expanding. In recent years, foreign investment has increased, especially in the high-tech field.

religion

There are so many Christians in Romania. Others are Jewish.

currency

Romanian leu is used in Romania.

Sightseeing spot 1 : Catedrala Mitropolitană

It is a church that is a symbol of Timisoara. It is built in the Neo-Moldavian style, which is based on the Ottoman style. There is also a museum in the basement. Valuable literature and icons are on display.

Sightseeing spot 2 : Piaţa Victoriei

It is the square where the popular uprising that started the Romanian Revolution took place in Timisoara. Various kinds of flowers such as tulips and pansies are blooming like a carpet.

Sightseeing spot 3 : Romanian National Opera House

National Opera Theater. There is a tourist information center next to the opera house. Furthermore, this opera house is lit up at night and is very beautiful.

Sightseeing spot 4 : Piața Unirii

A unified square in the northern part of downtown Timisoara. Around the square, there are also churches and museums with highlights. It is a place where the citizens of Timisoara also gather.

Sightseeing spot 5 : Banat Museum

A museum in the building of the bastion fort Maria Theresia, which defends Timisoara. Various materials on the history of Timisoara from the Stone Age to the present are exhibited.

Sightseeing spot 6 : Memorialul Revolutiei

A museum with exhibits on the Romanian Revolution. Watch a video explaining the revolution. Flags and photographs from the Romanian Communist era at that time are on display.

Sightseeing spot 7 : Roses Park

Rose Park is very green. If you visit during the summer to autumn when the roses bloom, you can take a walk while watching the beautiful flowers. It is a popular place for locals.

Sightseeing spot 8 : Recas Wine Cellar

Romania is a wine region. You can also tour the winery and taste wine. Wine will be the best souvenir for sightseeing in Timisoara.

Hotel

Timisoara has plenty of accommodation. Trian Via International Airport is nearby. Tickets and accommodations can be booked from the link below. It also supports other languages.