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City in Mureș County, Romania
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Târgu Mureș is a city in Transylvania, Romania, that is famous for its Art Nouveau buildings. Târgu Mureș is the cultural and economical centre of the Székely Land.
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The main plaza (Trandafirilor Square) and nearby streets have many Art Nouveau (Hungarian Secession) style buildings.
It is a remarkable building built between 1911-1913 in the Hungarian Art Nouveau style.
It was built in the 17th century as a protection for the citizens in times of war. In the 19th century the Habsburgs converted it to a military fort. It is now a place for relaxation, with events and exhibitions. The main Calvinist church of the city is within the fortress.
Catedrala Înălţarea Domnului
Romanian Orthodox cathedral, built after the union of Transylvania with Romania, between 1925 and 1934, in a neo-Byzantine style.
also known as "little cathedral"; Biserica Buna Vestire
Romanian Greek Catholic cathedral, built 1926–1936 in a Neoclassical style, modelled after St Peter's Basilica in Rome.
Biblioteca Teleki-Bolyai
Historic library and museum, established by Hungarian Sámuel Teleki, chancellor of Transylvania, in 1802. The Baroque building houses over 200,000 volumes, including many rarities, constituting one of the richest cultural collections in Transylvania.
Biserica Sfântul Ioan Botezătorul
Baroque Roman Catholic church, completed in 1764 during the Habsburg rule.
A hill near the city, good for walking, hiking, or picnic. Zoo Târgu-Mureș, considered by many one of the nicest zoos in Romania, is also here.
A restaurant with a vast array of dishes and specialties. A lot of character, and a Hungarian musical band every night.
International dishes and local food. Great coffee, winebar, and house made cakes and desserts. Run by a friendly owner, Teo.
Very tasty Italian food.
A quiet place with good music and pleasant service. Live music on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Nice and cozy bar close to the main plaza.
Near the Mureș river, close to Weekend aquapark.
It has a non-smoking area.
Hostel that seems to be undergoing a period of transition; may not be open.
A swanky luxury hotel in the center of town with a beautiful view of the churches.
Decent rooms popular with tour groups.
Near the city center. The mall has 5 floors, each of them hosting renowned brands and names, some of them for the first time in Romania.
Located near the industrial park, on the outskirts of the city.
By taxi
Rate for most companies is 2.64 lei/km. The cab drivers can speak Romanian and usually Hungarian. Many are also fluent in English.
By bicycle
At the football stadium, you can rent a bike for free for 2 hr, but you have to sign a contract in Romanian and submit your photo ID.
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