Banat History Museum


This museum is housed in the historic Huniades Palace, whose origins date to the 14th century and to Hungarian king Charles Robert, Prince of Anjou. The museum was closed at the time of research for protracted renovations. The exterior of the palace, though, is still worth a look.

Special exhibits are still held in other venues around town.


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