Timișoara: An Architectural Wonderland
Timisoara, Romania is the capital city of Timis County and is the third largest city in the country, making it the hub for social, economic and cultural activities. The city is nicknamed "Little Vienna" and "City of Flowers." It is characterized by fertile agricultural soil thanks to the Bega River. The city is best known for its Secessionist architecture. The nearest airport is Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport (TSR), the third busiest airport in Romania.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit and book a Timisoara, Romania hotel is between late April and early October. Tourism is at its peak in the area in July, June, and August, but crowds tend to slow down the most in January. Visit in August to catch Timișoara Day, celebrated with concerts and all-night-long parties. Festivalul Inimilor or Festival of the Hearts occurs in July with folk performances, dances, and costume parades. Festivalul Etniilor or Festival of Ethnicities brings together cultures and communities in early June.
What to Do & Area Attractions
When in Timisoara, Romania, make sure to visit the Timisoara Orthodox Cathedral, built between 1936d to 1941 and featuring Neo-Moldavian style. For architecture and history, visit Liberty's Square, Victory Square, and Theresia Bastion, the largest preserved defensive wall of the Austrian-Hungarian fortress. Check out the Banat Village Museum, Timisoara Opera House, and Roses Park for an excursion and check into 5-star lodging at Hotel Tresor Le Palais. Four-star amenities await at Hotel Timisoara, with modern lodging and a restaurant, Boutique Hotel Casa del Sole, which features a pool, and Hotel Delpack with its bar, spa, and dining area.