Unmissable Experiences in Bacău
Bacău is a city located in the eastern part of Romania, in the Moldavia region, and is the capital of the homonymous county. Bacău have over 130.000 inhabitants and it is an important economical center, known especially for the aeronautical, textile and food industry, as well as for logistics and trade. It has a rich history, with roots dating back to the Dacian period.
Among the main attractions are:
Bacău History Museum, which houses exhibits illustrating the evolution of the city and the region in different historical periods.
Precista Church of Bacău, an impressive religious construction dating back to the 16th century.
The Ascension Cathedral in Bacău, that is the third largest church in Romania, after the Redemption Cathedral in Bucharest and the Holy Trinity Cathedral in Baia Mare.
George and Agatha Bacovia Memorial House, became a memorial house in 1966 and was the home of George Bacovia (1881-1957), an important Romanian symbolist poet.
For cultural and recreational experiences, we recommend:
The George Apostu Culture Center, a cultural space that brings together outdoor sculpture exhibitions, visual arts exhibitions, performances and cultural residencies.
Leisure Island, a space where you can walk or do sports activities.
The Street Art Gallery of Bacău, that currently contains 63 murals, and visiting them can constitute an interesting tour of the entire city. They can be located by searching for the term "ZIDART" in the Google Maps application.
Cultural shows, according to the program of the Bacovia Municipal Theater or the Mihail Jora Bacau Philharmonic.
If you have time, you can visit the resorts of Slănic-Moldova and Târgu-Ocna, where you can find historical monuments and unique landscapes.
