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The palaeontological part of the exhibition includes a skeleton of Deinotherium, a fearsome prehistoric relative of elephants. There is a good collection of traditional dresses, and a scale model of Moldova. Even if you don't enter the Islamic-inspired exterior facade is quite stunning, particularly late afternoon when it catches the sunshine.
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Parcul Valea Morilor
Very large park with a lake which offers acres of largely untouched landscape scenery in the heart of the city. There is a popular 2.5-km running and cycling marked circuit of the lake.
Muzeul de Istorie a Orașului Chișinău - Turnul de Apă
Location of a small local history museum.
Spend a few hours exploring the exhibits, and pay attention to the walls, floors and roofs of the building. There are some explanations in English.
Muzeul Național de Artă
Monumentul lui Ștefan cel Mare
The monument to Stephen III of Moldavia who, in the 15th century, achieved European fame by resisting the Turkish attacks. He was one of the most prominent rulers of late medieval Eastern Europe, noted for his long reign, military leadership and astute diplomacy. The monument is the gateway to the beautiful park of the same name.
Teatrul de operă și balet
Catch a show of one of the top ballet companies in Eastern Europe. The company has toured all over the world, from Tokyo to Johannesburg. Show times and information can be found on the website.