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Satu Mare Travel Guide, Romania

Satu Mare, Romania – Overview: Old World Charm with a Contemporary Elegance

Satu Mare calls the tourists, lures them and treats them really well. On the Romanian borders, the place is a source of delight to every traveler. The city offers a recess from the mundane structure of life.

Location

Satu Mare is located at the borderline between Hungary and Romania. The closest city is Baia Mare. Geographically, the city is the capital of Satu Mare County.

Climate

Oas Mountain, a part of Carpathian mountain ranges, offers chilly winds from the north. This can make Satu Mare excessively cold in winter at times. The climate is relatively moderate during summers and this is considered to be the best time for visitors.

People

Most locals are Romanian, but it also has a neat spread of ethnic Hungarian minority. The Hungarian natives are more industrious and prone towards agriculture. People of the city are diligent in work and aim towards establishing a stronger industry. They are also very hospitable. When in Satu Mare, you can look to explore its vistas.

Economy

Satu Mare is strategically placed. Being closer to the border of Hungary with Romania, it automatically fetches foreign direct investments for its industry and agriculture. Textile, food, wood and furniture industry are its forte. The furniture industry is a derivative of the wood industry itself. The city is also strongly linked to automotive industry. Agriculture subsidies from the government and soil compatibility also provide it with great agricultural opportunities.

Transport

The city offers many buses, taxis and local means of transports. Buses are being repackaged to draw more tourists. Presently, taxis are better options for long drives and they are pretty affordable. Transurban S.A. is the chief operator. Bus lines run for nearly 190 kilometers including the urban and suburban channels.

Accommodation

It offers all kinds of accommodation. There is something for the elite-class and also something for the budget holiday seekers. Dacia hotel offers all kinds of modern day amenities with orchestra, conference salon, and a castle made in Secession Style. It also has meeting rooms,

air-conditioners, and fireplaces and offers quality ethnic and international food.

Aurora Hotel is another luxurious place. It also provides all modern day amenities, mixed with a rustic comfort. Thus, it will remind you of the old world charm. In terms of facilities, it’s as good as the former one.

If you are in Satu Mare, make hay while the sun shines!


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  • cipristbAll about Satu Mare
    review by cipristb posted more then 30 days ago
    Satu Mare is a small town in Romania, having almost 100.000 inhabitants. It is located in the north-western part of Romania, in Satu Mare County, at 13 km from the border with Hungary and at 24 km from the border with Ukraine. The principal river that traverses it is the Somes River. The...
  • cipristbThe attractions of Satu Mare
    review by cipristb posted more then 30 days ago
    One of the points of atraction in Satu Mare can be the Fireman's Tower from where you can see the whole city. It was build in 1904, and it measures 45 m in hight. It was restaurated a few years ago and now it's one of the points of atraction in Satu Mare. It is located in the center of the city...
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  • zsoldicsaLupa Capitolina and the Roman Catholic Cathedral
    travel tip by zsoldicsa posted more then 30 days ago
    In the center of Satu Mare, there are some really nice things that you should visit while you are in the city. There is a big fountain in the central park where the water changes its color from time to time. Sometimes it's pink, other...
  • cipristbVenues accommodation in Satu Mare, Hotel Alma spa
    travel tip by cipristb posted more then 30 days ago
    If you want to sleep a night or two in Satu Mare you can go to the two most known hotels, Dacia Hotel and Aurora Hotel wich are located in the center of the city. In the center of the city another place where you can ludge is Vila Bodi,...
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