Chișinău Water Tower, Chișinău

Name: Chișinău Water Tower
Address: Strada Alexei Mateevici 60A, Chișinău, Moldova
Telephone: +373 22 241 584

#20 among attractions in Chișinău

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The Chișinău Water Tower is an architectural monument of Chișinău, Moldova, located at 2 Mitropolit Bănulescu-Bodoni Street and built at the end of 19th century after a project by Alexander Bernadazzi. It was a main part of Chișinău's water system. The upper level was built of wood and was destroyed by an earthquake. It was rebuilt between 1980 and 1983. It currently hosts Chișinău City museum, which contains items dating from 15th to 20th centuries. The upper level is a space for exhibitions of both legacy and modern paintings and photographies, as well as various cultural events. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: EclecticismCoordinates: 47°1'10"N, 28°49'21"E

Address

Strada Alexei Mateevici 60AChișinău Moldova

Contact

+373 22 241 584

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Chișinău Water Tower open?

Chișinău Water Tower is open:

Monday 10 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Chișinău Water Tower?

Nearby attractions include Moldova State University, Chișinău (2 min walk), Parcul Valea Morilor, Chișinău (7 min walk), Muzeul zemstvei, Chișinău (9 min walk), National Museum of History of Moldova, Chișinău (9 min walk).

How to get to Chișinău Water Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to Chișinău Water Tower:

Bus

Universitatea de Stat • Lines: 11 (2 min walk)
Str. București • Lines: 11 (7 min walk)

Trolleybus

Stop • Lines: 3 (9 min walk)
str. Constantin Stere • Lines: 3, 4 (13 min walk)