Nicolae Romanescu Park, Craiova

Name: Nicolae Romanescu Park
Address: Craiova, Romania

#6 among attractions in Craiova

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Nicolae Romanescu Park, known over time as the Bibescu Park, the Independence Park or the People's Park, is a park in Craiova, Romania. Located on the site of the mid-19th century estate and gardens of the Bibescu family, it was designed by the French architect Édouard Redont and constructed between 1897 and 1903. It is considered the largest natural park in Eastern Europe. The park was built in a romantic style, a synthesis of landscape architecture and painting. ()

Local name: Parcul Nicolae Romanescu Elevation: 253 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 44°17'27"N, 23°48'16"E

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Nicolae Romanescu Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Craiova Art Museum, Muzeul Olteniei, Craiova Botanical Garden, Cathedral of Saint Demetrius.

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Museum, Specialty museum
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Museum, Specialty museum
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Botanical garden, Garden, Park
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Church
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Park
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Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
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Concerts and shows, Concert hall
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Universities and schools
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Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
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Universities and schools
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