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Muzeul de Istorie Turda (Palatul Voievodal)

4.6(624 reviews)Strada Bogdan Petriceicu Hașdeu nr. 2, 401094 Turda, România
Muzeul de Istorie Turda (Palatul Voievodal)

The History Museum of Turda is housed in the Voivodal Palace, a historic building whose origin is linked to the princely residence of Transylvania, with roots reaching down into the medieval period. The museum presents the rich history of Turda and the surrounding area, from the Roman remains of the settlement of Potaissa to testimonies of urban development in later eras. The collections include archaeology, medieval objects, coins, documents and artefacts that illustrate the evolution of the town, famous in antiquity for its Roman camp and later for salt mining.

The building itself, with its history tied to voivodes and princes, adds value to the visit. The museum is a point of reference for those interested in the past of Transylvania. Set in the historic centre of Turda, the attraction fits into a route that can also include the celebrated salt mine.

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