Ciuflea Monastery

Ciuflea Monastery, officially the Monastery of Saint Theodore Tyron, is a major spiritual and architectural landmark in Chisinau. It was founded in 1858 as a cathedral by the brothers Teodor and Anastasie Ciufli, wealthy merchants of Macedonian origin who were renowned for their philanthropy. The church is easily recognized by its striking blue facade and golden onion domes, reflecting a classic Russian Orthodox architectural influence. During the Soviet era, when many religious sites were closed, Ciuflea remained active and served as the city's primary Orthodox cathedral after 1962. In 2002, the site was officially granted the status of a nunnery. The interior is richly decorated with a magnificent iconostasis and houses sacred relics, including parts of the remains of Saint Theodore Tyron. Today, the monastery serves as a peaceful haven in the bustling capital, attracting both devout pilgrims and tourists who come to admire its artistic beauty and serene atmosphere.

Nearby cities

Bender

Bender, also known as Tighina, is a historical city on the right bank of the Dniester.

Durlești

Durlești is a suburb of Chișinău, part of the capital municipality.

Dubăsari

Dubăsari is a city on the Dniester in Transnistria.

Căușeni

Căușeni is a city in southeastern Moldova.

Hîncești

Hîncești is located southwest of Chișinău and is famous for the impressive Manuc Bei Manor.

Codru

Codru is a city within the Chișinău municipality.

Slobozia

Slobozia is located south of Tiraspol on the left bank of the Dniester.

Ialoveni

Ialoveni is located south of Chișinău and is world-famous for its wine production.

Leova

Leova is situated on the eastern bank of the Prut River in southwestern Moldova.

Călărași

Călărași is situated in a picturesque hilly area in central Moldova.

Cimișlia

Cimișlia is located in southern Moldova on the Cogâlnic River.

Nisporeni

Nisporeni is located in a hilly region in western Moldova.

Basarabeasca

Basarabeasca is located in southern Moldova on the border with Ukraine.

Grigoriopol

Grigoriopol is located on the left bank of the Dniester in Transnistria.

Cricova

Cricova is world-famous for its massive underground wine cellars.

History & landmarks

Chisinau City Hall

The Chisinau City Hall is a historic monument built in 1901 in a Venetian Gothic style.

Mileștii Mici

Home to the world's largest wine cellar according to Guinness World Records, featuring over 200 kilometers of underground limestone tunnels.

Saharna

A major spiritual center of Moldova, famous for its cave monastery, the Holy Trinity Monastery, and 22 scenic waterfalls on the Saharna R…

Chisinau Railway Station

The Chisinau Railway Station was rebuilt in 1948 in a Socialist Realist style with input from Alexei Shchusev.

More places

Basarabeasca Old Town

The historic core of Basarabeasca with 19th-century buildings.

Meșterul Furniture Factory

A significant furniture manufacturer in Chișinău, serving both the domestic and export markets with modern interior furnishings.

Floare-Carpet Carpet Factory

The Floare-Carpet factory in Chișinău is one of the largest wool carpet manufacturers in the Republic of Moldova.

Steaua-RedS Textile Factory

A leading knitwear industry company in Chișinău, producing high-quality clothing for international fashion brands.

Eternity Memorial Complex

A monumental complex in Chisinau, dedicated to the fallen soldiers of World War II and the Transnistria conflict.

National Theatre "Mihai Eminescu"

A magnificent Neoclassical building in the heart of Chișinău.

Organ Hall (Chișinău)

The Organ Hall is one of Moldova's primary concert venues, located in a grand monumental building that was originally a bank.

Ionel Clothing Factory

A long-standing factory in Chișinău, specialized in men's suits and women's fashion for export to Western Europe.