Geographically, Chisinau is located on 7 hills along the river Byc, the right tributary of the Dniester. That is why there are so many lakes in the city - as many as 23, not counting the large Gidigi reservoir nearby. And thanks to the prevalence of chernozem in the soil, the capital is also very green. In the whole Europe it is difficult to find places with a large percentage of natural zones. Therefore, a trip to Kishinev is perfect for those who love outdoor recreation.
In historical documents Kishinev is mentioned from the middle of the XV century. For a long time the small settlement could not develop normally because of the constant raids of Tatars and Turks, but the situation changed in 1812 after the foundation of Bessarabian province.
Today Chisinau has a unique administrative status. It is not just the capital of the Republic of Moldova, but a so-called municipality. Besides Chisinau itself, the municipality includes 6 other cities in the vicinity. At last count in 2019, the population of the capital was about 695 thousand people.
Despite the large number of typical Soviet buildings, Chisinau looks very fresh. Concerts, festivals and sporting events are often held here. Music and movie lovers won't be bored during a trip to Chisinaueither .