Bistrita Map, Romania

Bistrita Travel Guide

Bistrita is a city with numerous green spaces, public parks and gardens which create a fresh and inviting atmosphere in the city. One of the most beautiful parks in Bistrita is located near the city’s medieval fortress occupying about 7 hectares of land. Numerous species of trees, some of them even hundreds of years old like the maple trees, sycamores and carobs can be admired along the shady alleys of this wonderful... read more

Bistrita History

In 1918 takes place the union between Transylvania and Romania, creating the Great Romania, an event which changed Bistrita forever. On 1st December 1918, the Transylvanian Romanians gathered at Alba Iulia proclaimed the unity of all Romanians from all four provinces creating a single nation. This first unification of all territories inhabited by Romanians will later be mentioned in the Versailles peace treaties... read more

Bistrita Sightseeing

Other important buildings are the Sugalete, a group of 13 buildings typical for the fifteen century Transylvanian Renaissance, characterized by the presence of a large gallery with twenty arches connecting the buildings. The Silversmith’s House and the Ion Zidaru House are also two important architecture monuments from the Renaissance period. The buildings have been restored and welcome tourist in a unique atmosphere... read more

Bistrita Nightlife

Bistrita nightlife is very active with numerous cafés and bars located mostly in the old town centre and some of them offering beautiful outdoor gardens in summer where clients can enjoy their drinks in a very pleasant and relaxing atmosphere. Summer Gardens, bars and cafés are usually open until 3 or 5 in the morning unlike restaurants that close their doors at midnight. One example of such place is Europe Bar, a... read more