PAID CONTENT FOR VISIT CHIȘINĂU


PAID CONTENT FOR VISIT CHIȘINĂU


Visit Chișinău CHIȘINĂU, MOLDOVA


Nestled in the heart of Eastern Europe, Chișinău — the capital of the Republic of Moldova — comes alive each July with a vibrant summer celebration: Te salut, Chișinău! This lively three-day festival honours the city’s cultural identity, creative spirit and renowned hospitality. Launched in 2021, the festival has rapidly


become a highlight of the city’s cultural calendar. By 2025, it was drawing tens of thousands of visitors, from across Europe and beyond. Centred around the charming Eugen Doga


Pedestrian Street — one of Chișinău’s historic promenades — the festival transforms the city into a colourful open-air stage for music, art, food and community. Across town, both locals and tourists enjoy live concerts, folk parades, artisan markets and creative workshops. Interactive zones cater to all ages, while food and wine areas serve up traditional Moldovan cuisine paired with tastings from the country’s acclaimed wineries. At the heart of the celebration is the iconic


Hora Chișinăului, a traditional folk dance that’s symbolised unity and civic pride for over a century.


The festival’s programme is delightfully diverse, blending classical, jazz, folk, electronic and pop music with street performances and visual arts. The result is a rich cultural tapestry that captures the essence of Moldova’s capital. Held annually around 17 July, the event


coincides with the historical date of Chișinău’s first recorded mention in 1436, a fact documented in a manuscript preserved in Warsaw’s Central Archives of Historical Records. Te salut, Chișinău! is more than a tribute to the


city’s origins, it’s a reflection of its modern status: a European capital deeply rooted in history, yet open to creativity and change. In 2026, the festival will celebrate a major milestone — 590 years since Chișinău’s first appearance in written records. For international travellers, the festival offers


a perfect introduction to Chișinău’s understated charm: leafy boulevards, neoclassical architecture, welcoming cafes, stylish vinotheques and a warm, multilingual population. Highlights nearby include the Metropolitan Cathedral, the National Museum of Art and Central Park.


DON’T MISS Join the Hora Chișinăului, a traditional folk dance symbolising unity, pride and local spirit


Need to know


KEY FEATURES • Central pedestrian venue with full accessibility


• Open-air stages & performance areas • Local food courts & artisan markets • Family-friendly zones & creative workshops


KEY ACTIVITIES • Taste traditional and contemporary Moldovan cuisine


• Discover local heritage through cultural exhibits & live storytelling


• Buy handcrafted Moldovan blouses embroidered with altiță, a UNESCO- recognised symbol of local heritage


• Savour award-winning wines crafted from unique local grape varieties


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