Alba Carolina Citadel, Alba Iulia

Name: Alba Carolina Citadel
Address: Alba Iulia, Romania

#4 among attractions in Alba Iulia

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The Alba Carolina Citadel is a star-shaped fortress located in Alba Iulia. Its construction commenced on November 4, 1715 during the Habsburg rule in Transylvania, and was completed in 1738. 20,000 serfs were involved in its construction, which is estimated to have cost around 3 million guldens. The citadel was built on the site of two other fortifications: the legionary fortress of Legio XIII Gemina, as well as the medieval Belgrad citadel. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 46°4'4"N, 23°34'34"E

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Alba Carolina Citadel – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: National Museum of the Union, Coronation Cathedral, St. Michael's Cathedral, Apulum.

~1360 ftW
Museum, History museum, Archaeological museum
National Museum of the Union, Alba Iulia
7 min walk • The National Museum of the Union is a cultural landmark nestled in the historic city of Alba Iulia, Romania. This esteemed institution is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the rich history of the area, particularly the events surrounding the Great Union of 1918...
~1600 ftW
Scenic Romanian Orthodox cathedral
Coronation Cathedral, Alba Iulia
8 min walk • The Coronation Cathedral, standing majestically in the city of Alba Iulia, Romania, is a testament to the country's rich cultural and historical heritage. This church is not only a place of worship but also a symbol of Romanian unity and pride.
0.4 miW
Cathedral and romanesque architecture
St. Michael's Cathedral, Alba Iulia
11 min walk • St. Michael's Cathedral, a majestic landmark in the city of Alba Iulia, Romania, stands as a testament to the region's rich history and architectural splendor. This church, an embodiment of Romanian culture and tradition, is a focal point of spiritual and historical...
~730 ftW
Forts and castles
Apulum, Alba Iulia
4 min walk • Apulum was a fort in the Roman province of Dacia in the 2nd and 4th centuries AD, located in today's Alba-Iulia, Romania. It is the largest castrum located in Romania, occupying 37.5 hectares.
0.5 miSE
Church
Maieri Churches, Alba Iulia
12 min walk • The Maieri Churches are a pair of Romanian Orthodox churches located on Iașilor Street, Alba Iulia, Romania. Each is dedicated to the Holy Trinity.
0.4 miW
46°3'59"N • 23°34'2"E
Alba Carolina Fortress, Alba Iulia
12 min walk • City wall
0.8 miNE
Church
Lipoveni Church, Alba Iulia
21 min walk • The Lipoveni Church is a Romanian Orthodox church located at 17 Mărășești Street, Alba Iulia, Romania. It is dedicated to the Dormition of the Theotokos. The church takes its name from Lipoveni, a neighborhood in the northern part of the city.
0.9 miNW
Football, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue
Stadionul Cetate, Alba Iulia
23 min walk • Stadionul Cetate is a multi-purpose stadium in Alba Iulia, Romania. It is currently used mostly for football matches and is the home ground of Unirea Alba Iulia. The stadium holds 18,000 people.
~930 ftNW
Universities and schools
1 Decembrie 1918 University, Alba Iulia
5 min walk • "1 Decembrie 1918" University, Alba Iulia is a public higher education and research institution founded in 1991 in Alba Iulia, Romania.

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Nearby attractions include Apulum, Alba Iulia (4 min walk), 1 Decembrie 1918 University, Alba Iulia (5 min walk), National Museum of the Union, Alba Iulia (7 min walk), Coronation Cathedral, Alba Iulia (8 min walk).