Sightseeing in Timisoara - what to see. Complete travel guide

timisoara 1. Fans of excursions are recommended to explore city on foot, as all important tourist sites and entertainment venues are located within walking distance of each other. Those who come to the city for the first time are advised to take a map in a tourist office.
2. One of the most convenient modes of urban transport is taxi; you can call it by phone or pick up at one of the parking site. It’s better to negotiate tariff in advance, however, it’s worth considering that local taxi drivers aren’t good in foreign languages.
3. Those who want to rent a car will need a standard set of documents and a credit card for deposit. Drivers should obey local traffic rules; some of them may be different from the usual ones. First of all, it concerns speed limits on different types of roads.
4. The city has many beautiful parks and there is a special area for a picnic virtually in all of them. Having fun on the open air, be sure to collect all the garbage in a special container and then take it with you. Fines are charged for violation of these rules.
5. Travelers aren’t recommended to drink tap water, as it can significantly exacerbate the process of acclimatization. It’s better to buy special bottled water in grocery stores and supermarkets. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
6. Local shops open early enough; many of them begin to serve visitors from 6:00-7:00 am. Shoppers should pay special attention to the silverware and china of local production, as they are of excellent quality.
7. In crowded areas monitor your personal belongings closely; bags and outerwear shouldn’t be left unattended. Don’t take large amounts of cash and other valuables without special necessity; it’s advised to carry cameras and camcorders in a bag.
Timisoara doesn’t feature noisy entertainment venues and night clubs; however, it provides tourists a decent selection of leisure activities. The charming Roses Park garden is perfect … Open
8. Those who hope to bring a lot of pictures from holidays have to be extremely careful. On the territory of many cultural centers shooting pictures and video can only be allowed at an additional fee. Before photographing local people, be sure to ask them for permission.
9. You can exchange money only in special exchange offices or banks. Refuse the services of individuals, no matter how beneficial the proposal was, as it is likely to become a victim of fraud.
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Romania: travelling advices

Romanians express willingness to show hospitality by kissing guests on both cheeks.
Usually, residents of large cities have a good command of English while residents of small settlements mainly express themselves in Hungarian.
Photographing of strategic attractions such as military structures, airfields, and transport bridges are strictly prohibited.
As in most European countries, smoking and drinking alcohol outside the designated areas is prohibited in Romania. The police in the country have extensive powers – so you are expected to live within the confines of the laws and regulation to avoid getting into any trouble. … Open

What to visit being in Timisoara - unique sights

Cathedral Timisoara Trei Ierarhi

From the series “The Most Astonishing Orthodox Churches”
The Cathedral Timisoara Trei Ierarhi is a great architectural monument. One of the main peculiarities are the pointed towers. The highest tower is 96 meters high. It can have up to 4 000 believers at once. The main decoration of the cathedral is the wonderful art painting made by famous artist Afanasy Damian. The inner and outer decoration has a number of unique details. Even the chandeliers look unusual, no one other Orthodox Church doesn’t have such. … Read further

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