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Targu Jiu City is splendid and enriched with amazing sculptures

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Targu Jiu City

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Location:

Târgu Jiu, the capital of Gorj County is situated in the south-west part of Romania, approximately in centre of the county.

Area/Surface:

161 km²

Population:

77.000 people

Calling code:

+4 0253 or 0353

How to get here:

By car:

North entry: follow the European road E79 (DN66) from Hungary – Oradea – Deva – Hațeg – Petroșani.

East entry: follow the National road DN67 from Râmnicu Vâlcea.

West entry: follow the National road DN67d from Băile Herculane.

South entry: follow the European road E79 (DN66) from Bulgaria – Serbia – Craiova.

South-West entry: follow the National road DN67 from Drobeta Turnu Severin – Motru.

By train:

Târgu Jiu City is a railway junction of the country with dozens of daily trains. The most important railway routes which cross Târgu Jiu are:

Arad – Deva – Petroșani – Târgu Jiu – Craiova – Bucharest – Constanța
Târgu Jiu – Craiova – Roșiori de Vede – Bucharest
Craiova – Târgu Jiu – Petroșani
Târgu Jiu – Rovinari
Sibiu – Râmnicu Vâlcea – Craiova – Târgu Jiu
Deva – Petroșani – Târgu Jiu – Craiova – Bucharest and many others.

By plane:

Târgu Jiu City doesn’t have an international airport so those who want to get here by plain will have to arrive on Henri Coandă – Otopeni International Airport from Bucharest (280 km) or on Craiova International Airport (125 km) whit less flights.

Foundation year:

1406

When to go:

The best period to visit Târgu Jiu City is between April and September-October. Because of the high altitude and the mountains presence in the area, the temperature is a bit lower, however in this period is recorded an average between 15 and 25° C. Between May and September is the best period for walks, visits and fun in Gorjean Capital.


Targu Jiu City

 

Relief, climate, rivers and lakes from Targu Jiu City:

Targu Jiu City is situated in the north-west part of Oltenia‘s historical region, in a low depression relief area (Targu Jiu Depession) between the Getic Plateau and Southern Carpathians represented here by Godeanu and Valcan Mountains. It’s situated at the half distance between the Equator and the North Pole and the average of altitude is 250-300 m height. The climate in Targu Jiu City is temperate-continental of hill and the influences coming from the Mediterranean Sea are present here. Generally is a protected area against any extreme temperatures and the temperature differences are lower than in other areas of the country. Summers are hot and often rich in rainfall and winters are long and cold. The annual average of the temperature is 9-10° C. Targu Jiu City is crossed by Jiu River, one of the most important rivers from the country and Vadeni Lake is nearby.

Importance and sculptures by famous Constantin Brancusi in Targu Jiu City:

Gorj County‘s capital has a special charm. We say this, especially because Targu Jiu City was decorated with some of the best masterpieces of the well known Romanian sculptor Constantin Brancusi. This depression city of a rare beauty, offers beautiful views over the Carpathian Mountains and even if it has passed through difficult periods during its history, it was helped in the end by the masterpieces of the great sculptor born in Hobita who later spent a big part of his life in France. Among the most famous sculptures we remember the Endless Column, the Silence Table and the Kiss Gate. The most difficult period from city’s history is represented by the 1st World War when here, many battles were given and Brancusi dedicated to this period, the works mentioned above.

Tourism, tourist objectives and attractions and what to do and see:

To get in Targu Jiu City from north via Petrosani, you will cross the beautiful Jiu Valley where the city is situated, which forms for a short distance the well known and beautiful Jiu Gorge. Don’t miss a stop at the beautiful Lainici Monastery, a quiet and gorgeous place. The city is more touristic than historic, but the culture, fun and relaxation are on top. It’s considered one of the most beautiful cities from the country, so anyone who choose to visit it will realize why. (Find more journeys on blog.worldlifetimejourneys.com) The Gorgean air is more of a mix between Banatean, Ardelean and Oltean ones, than the pure Oltean air because here is a mix of Romanians who came from these parts of the country.

Beside its impressive tourist objectives and attractions, Targu Jiu City can be also a starting point in your mountain adventures. From here you can easily get to the Southern Carpathians in north and also to the Western Carpathians in west, rich in hiking trails and National Parks and Reservations. Visit Targu Jiu City!


The Table of Silence, Targu Jiu CityThe Table of Silence, Targu Jiu City


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Targu Jiu Tourist Objectives

Museums:

“Alexandru Ștefulescu” County Museum (Archaeology, History, Numismatics)

Art Museum

Gorj’s Folk Architecture Museum (Curtișoara-Bumbești Jiu)

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Memorial Houses:

“Ecaterina Teodoroiu” Memorial house

“Constantin Brâncuși” Memorial house (Hobița)

“Tudor Vladimirescu” Memorial house (Vladimir)

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Theaters, operas and other buildings of cultural and musical interest:

“Elvira Godeanu” Dramatic Theatre

“Doina Goratestată” Artistic Enssemble

“Christian Tell” County Library

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Castles, citadels and old buildings:

“Tudor Vladimirescu” National College

Heroes Way

Sâmboțeanu Fountain

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Churches and monasteries:

The Royal Cathedral

“Saint Voievods” Orthodox Church

“Saint Apostles Peter and Paul” Church

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Palaces, monuments and statues:

Communal Palace

Finance Palace

Ecaterina Teodoroiu Mausoleum

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Parks and Markets/Plazas:

Lido Park

Endless Column Park

The Small Plaza

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Other tourist objectives and attractions:

Targu Jiu Swimming-Pool

Panduras Lake

Rânca Resort (Winter Sports)

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Targu Jiu City is splendid and enriched with amazing sculptures
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Targu Jiu City is splendid and enriched with amazing sculptures
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Targu Jiu City is renowned in Romania and in the world for the beautiful and unique sculptures, for its museums, parks and historical and cultural buildings
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