TransdniestrThings to do

Things to do in Transdniestr

  1. A

    Tiraspol National United Museum

    The Tiraspol National United Museum is the closest the city has to a local history museum, with an exhibit focusing on poet Nikolai Dimitriovich Zelinskogo, who founded the first Soviet school of chemistry. Opposite is the Presidential Palace, from where Igor Smirnov rules his mini-empire. The enormous ploshchad Konstitutii is bordered by ulitsa 25 Oktober and the park-lined concrete promenade along the Dniestr, a popular strolling area.

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  2. B

    Prokhlada

    Prokhlada This cavernous, sombre but friendly space is the best place in town for a meal or drink. Choose from six kinds of cognac as you view sports matches on a large TV screen. Dancing is encouraged, but often lonely. According to the sign outside you are not allowed to take in hand grenades, guns or gas bottles. But don't worry – that's just the old Transdniestran sense of humour in action!

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  3. C

    Museum of Headquarters

    The neoclassical House of Soviets (Dom Sovetov) towers over the eastern end of ulitsa 25 Oktober. Lenin's angry-looking bust peers out from its prime location smack in front of the building. Inside the building is a memorial to those who died in the 1992 conflict. Close by is the military-themed Museum of Headquarters .

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  4. D

    Skazka

    The offputting green and glass exterior hides a 'fairy-tale' place with half-hearted castle décor geared toward children, and a large Moldovan menu. The summer terrace faces the river.

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  5. E

    Cafe 7 Days

    A great selection of tasty Russian fast food like blini (stuffed pancakes) and Western imports like pizza, as well as salads are on offer at this modern, pleasant café.

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  6. F

    Cnejok

    A new and notably friendly bar-restaurant that looks primed for hosting receptions if you would like bragging rights to 'Wackiest Wedding Locale, Ever'.

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  7. G

    Dom Knigi

    Dom Knigi is a big bookshop with a limited selection of Russian-only books (good luck finding any maps here).

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