National Library of Moldova

The National Library of the Republic of Moldova, located in Chisinau, is the country's central scientific library and the primary guardian of its written cultural heritage. Established in 1832 as the Gubernatorial Library, it has grown to become the most significant information center in Moldova. The current main building was completed in 1961, designed by architect A. Ambartumian in a neoclassical style that adds a sense of grandeur to the city center. The library houses an extensive collection of over five million items, including rare manuscripts, historical maps, and the most important publications in the Moldovan language. As a national bibliographic center, it plays a crucial role in the digitalization and preservation of historical documents for future generations. Beyond its function as a research facility, it serves as a cultural hub for book launches, exhibitions, and international conferences. The National Library stands as a beacon of knowledge and intellectual freedom, bridging the nation's past with the modern information age.

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.

Grigoriopol

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

Cricova

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

Stăuceni

Discover Stăuceni, an important suburb of Chișinău, renowned for its winemaking tradition and the National College of Viticulture and Win…

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…

More places

National Museum of History of Moldova

The National Museum of History houses over 300,000 exhibits documenting the region's development from ancient times to the present.

National Museum of Art

The National Museum of Art houses a collection of over 30,000 works of Moldovan and European art.

Chisinau Triumphal Arch

A classical monument in the center of the capital, erected to commemorate the Russian victory in the Russo-Turkish War.

Stephen the Great Monument

The iconic statue of the most famous Moldovan ruler, located at the entrance to the central park of Chisinau.

St. Teodora de la Sihla Church

An architectural gem in the center of Chișinău, designed by Alexander Bernardazzi.

Nativity Cathedral (Chișinău)

The Metropolitan Cathedral in Chișinău is the city's primary Orthodox place of worship.

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.

National Opera and Ballet Theater

Named after the famous soprano Maria Bieșu, the National Theater is the cultural centerpiece of Chișinău.