Chiajna, Bucharest

#109 among attractions in Bucharest

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Chiajna is a commune in the south-west of Ilfov County, Muntenia, Romania, immediately west of the capital, Bucharest. It is composed of three villages: Chiajna, Dudu and Roșu. ()

Alternative names: Area: 6.22 mi²Coordinates: 44°27'32"N, 25°58'28"E

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Chiajna – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Plaza Romania, AFI Palace Cotroceni, Chiajna Monastery, Lacul Morii.

3.6 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Plaza Romania, Bucharest
93 min walk • Plaza Romania stands as a modern emblem of consumer culture in the bustling city of Bucharest, Romania. This expansive shopping center, which opened its doors to the public in the early 2000s, has since become a hub of retail activity and a popular destination for both...
4.3 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
AFI Palace Cotroceni, Bucharest
110 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Romania's vibrant capital, Bucharest, AFI Palace Cotroceni stands as a premier shopping and entertainment destination. With a sprawling complex that combines modern architecture and convenience, this shopping centre has become a cornerstone for...
1.8 miNE
Monastery, Church
Chiajna Monastery, Bucharest
47 min walk • Chiajna Monastery is the name of a ruined church situated on the outskirts of Bucharest, Romania which is the subject of many legends, including the story that it is cursed. The information centre, Giulești Park, is devoted to the upkeep and protection of the building, which is a national heritage site.
2.6 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lacul Morii, Bucharest
68 min walk • Lacul Morii is the largest lake in Bucharest, with an area of 246 ha. The lake is approximately 6 km from the center of Bucharest and is located between the Polytechnic University of Bucharest neighborhood to the east, the Crângași and Giulești districts to the north, and the Militari district to the south.
4 miE
Bridge
Podul Grant, Bucharest
103 min walk • Podul Grant is a bridge for motorway and lightrail in Bucharest, Romania. It is named after Effingham Grant, the British consul in Bucharest in the mid-19th century. Initially, the bridge was made of steel, and opened in 1910.
3.1 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Colosseum, Bucharest
79 min walk • Colosseum is a retail park in Bucharest, Romania, located in the northwestern part of the city, near Chitila. There are also plans for the construction of a shopping mall.
4.3 miSE
Neighbourhood
Ghencea, Bucharest
109 min walk • Ghencea is a district of the Romanian capital city Bucharest, which is home to the famous sports club CSA Steaua București. Nearby districts are Drumul Taberei and Rahova.
1.6 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lake Dâmbovița, Bucharest
41 min walk • Dâmbovița Lake is a lake situated on Dâmbovița River in Bucharest and Chiajna, west of Morii Lake and bordering that lake. It has an area of 55 ha. The lake is 3 km from the center of Bucharest and is located between Morii Lake to the east, Giulești district to the north, Chiajna commune and Roșu Forest to the south.
2.5 miSE
Neighbourhood
Militari, Bucharest
64 min walk • Militari is a district in the western part of Bucharest, in Sector 6. It is home to more than 100,000 inhabitants. In the past a village called "Militari" existed here, but today there are only few houses left from that time.
3.9 miE
Universities and schools, Modernist architecture
Politehnica University of Bucharest, Bucharest
101 min walk • Politehnica University of Bucharest is a technical university in Bucharest, Romania. 200 years of activity have been celebrated lately, as the university was founded in 1818.
4.1 miE
Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
Rapid Arena, Bucharest
104 min walk • Stadionul Rapid-Giulești is a football stadium in Bucharest, Romania. It seats 14,050 people and serves as the primary home ground of Liga I club Rapid București. The stadium cost €67 million and is located in the neighborhood of Giulești, on the site of the former Stadionul Giulești-Valentin Stănescu.