Parcul Nicolae Romanescu

Nicolae Romanescu Park in Craiova is one of the largest and most beautiful parks in Romania and in south-eastern Europe, a work of landscape design awarded at the Universal Exhibition in Paris at the start of the 20th century. Laid out in the romantic style on ground of varied relief, the park stretches over dozens of hectares and impresses with lakes, waterfalls, a suspension bridge, a grotto, a miniature castle and paths winding through old tree plantations. In summer, rowing boats glide on the lakes and families spend their days in the shade of century-old trees; in autumn, the colours turn everything into a painting.

A zoo and a hippodrome round out the offer. It is the pride of the Oltenia region and a promenade loved by generations. Admission is free; check the schedule of the zoo and boat rentals.