Craiova

Craiova with 298,928 inhabitants, is one of the top five major cities of Romania. Craiova is located in southwestern region of the nation and hosts the administrative buildings of the Dolj County and of the Oltenia neighborhood.

How to travel to Craiova

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Craiova

• Craiova International Airport IATA Flight Code: CRA 44.318056, 23.888611 - Craiova International Airport - A431146 https://en-gb/flights/craiova#/ Wizz Air from Barcelona, Beauvais, Bergamo, Bologna, Charleroi, Cologne/Bonn, London-Luton, Rome-Ciampino, Madrid, Tel Aviv–Ben Gurion

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An alternative is to come to Henri Coanda Aeroport in Bucharest and then go by train to Craiova (the train takes about 3 hours).

Travel by train to Craiova

There are 17 trains daily from Bucharest (3hr15m, €15), 8 from Timişoara (5hr30m, €13), two from Sibiu and one from Cluj Napoca. Online timetables and prices can be found here. The conditions in Accelerat trains are the same as those in Rapid or Intercity, but the price is lower.

Travel on a Bus in Craiova

The northern bus station (Autogara Nord), next to the train station, is where the main daily services depart. maxitaxis leave from there to Bucharest (30-35 lei, every 30 minutes), Piteşti (15 lei, two daily), Calafat(10-15 lei, at least two daily). Also some rural routes from here.

Oz Murat travel agency, ouside the northern bus station, runs a bus to Istanbul via Bucharest, departing at 10:30AM daily, except Saturday (€90 return).

Get Around

Best way to travel in Craiova by a Taxi

There are a lot of taxis in Craiova. Price is about 1.35 lei per kilometers and a start fee which is 1.35 lei.

Travel on a Bus in Craiova

The tickets can be purchased from special arbours (2 lei).

By tram

The same tickets as for buses can be used.

What to See

• Nicolae Romanescu Park - Parcul Romanescu | Nicolae Romanescu 44.290926, 23.804454 - Opening Hours: 24hrs free Nicolae Romanescu Park Parcul Nicolae Romanescu - podul suspendat 2 A special sight in Craiova is represented by "Nicolae Romanescu" Park, with its picturesque character. Unique in Romania, this valuable architectural monument is also one of the most interesting accomplishments of its kind in Europe. Displayed at the Universal Exhibition in Paris, in 1900 and the park`s plans received the Golden Medal. The works began in 1901, under the supervision of the project's author, assisted by artists Jules Redont (his brother) and Emil Pinard. For two years, 50.000 seedlings of ornamental trees and shrubs, from among which many species difficult to adapt to our climate were planted. Thus and the park began to take shape: the lake and the two islands and the river, bridges, small waterfalls, alleys, "The Suspended Bridge", with its two gorgeous porticos, "The Enchanted Castle", "The Circular Hall" and the deers' pen and the bears' cave and the pier and the restaurant on the bank of the lake, pavilions, greenhouses, imitations of rocks and tree trunks made of armoured-concrete. The park's inauguration took place in May 1903, and the celebrations caused by the event lasted for two weeks. Conceived and created like a romantic park with a surface of 90 ha, plus the lakes (4 ha) and the racecourse (20 ha) and the park is unique in Romania, in its own way. Moreover, thit is the second largest park of its kind in Europe, and the racecourse is the biggest in the Balkan area. In 1956, it was enclosed with a fence and the monumental portal at the main entrance being built at the same time.

• Craiova Art Museum - Muzeul de Arta | str. Unirii, nr.15 44.319058, 23.795048 Close to Prefecturii Plaza. ☎ +40 251 412342 Opening Hours: 10-17 Craiova Art Museum - A8542191 The Art Museum of Craiova is located in the sumptuous palace of the former magnate Jean Mihail. Built between 1899-1907, according to the plans of the French arhitect Paul Gottereau and the palace represents, stylistically, a rather free interpretation of the late baroque. The wealth of the patrimony and the quite elegant backgrround, with Venetian mirrors, candelabrums of Murano crystal, Carrara marble staircases, walls with tapestry of Lyon silk, but specially the particular way the objects are displayed, have brought it to the attention of the visitors. At the origin of the museum is the "Alexandru and Aristia Aman" pinacotec, founded in 1905 and sheltered in the house of the Lăceanu family (Aristia's parents). Along the years, acquisitions by the City Hall or donations have been added: Cornetti, Glogoveanu, N.Romanescu, Jean Mihail. Taken over by the Museum of Oltenia in 1950, this rich fund was removed, in 1954, to the present center turned into the Art Museum. The Museum is organized in three sections: (1) The European art Gallery (the Dutch, Flemish, French and Italian schools), located in five rooms on the ground floor of the palace; (2) The Romanian Art Gallery(from feudal to contemporary art), on the first floor; and (3) The Brancusi room with masterpieces from the youth of the great sculptor: Vitellius, Vainglory, Head, Fragment of Torso, The Kiss and Melle Pogany.

• Craiova National Theater Marin Sorescu - Teatrul National Marin Sorescu | str. Alexandru Ioan Cuza, nr. 11 - Craiova - Teatrul National The Craiova National Theater "Marin Sorescu" is an internationally renowned institution. Every two years theater troupes and theater lovers from all around the world come to participate in the International Shakespeare Festival (in 2010 at VIIth edition).

• The Museum of Oltenia - Muzeul Olteniei | Str. Popa Şapcă nr.8 44.31857, 23.79354 - Museum of Oltenia - A8542279 It is located in three different buildings that host three different exhibitions. The building from str. Popa Şapcă nr.8 is where the Nature Science Museum and a traditional pottery shop are located. In the building from str. Madona Dudu nr. 14 the history and archaeology exhibition is located, with a new build wing. The building from str. Matei Basarab nr.16 is one of the oldest in the city, built in the XVth century. Here the ethnography exhibition is located

• Mihai Viteazu Plaza | An entire ensemble of artesian wells, vases with verdure and decorative plants and the reorganization of the small park and the relocation of the statue of Mihai Viteazu to a monumental ensemble represent just a few examples. Street lighting is also one of the modern factors. The musical fountain stands out though, reuniting every night around 2,000 visitors from Craiova and from the neighbouring towns. The musical fountain in Craiova is unique in the nation as design.

• Botanical Garden Str. Constantin Lecca nr. 26 Second tram station from University, when going to West. - Opening Hours: 08:00-23:00 Craiova Botanical Garden Nice park with many interesting plants.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Craiova

Visit Art Palace. Visit Nicolae Romanescu Park.

Art Museum is interesting and well worth the walk there.

Shopping in Craiova

Electroputere Shopping Mall, Mercur Commercial Center.

Halal Restaurants

The city has many restaurantes with nice prices and a lot of fast foods.

• Rond Shaworma Carol I bvd 500 m from the train station - Big shaworma is 12 lei and is very good.

• McDonald's | Str. Calea Bucuresti - Bd.A.I.Cuza Intersection Near 'Piata Mare' (the Big Market) ☎ +40 251 406408
• El Greco | Str. Alexandru Ioan Cuza 9 - Mains €3-5. Proper Pizzas, spaghetti dishes, salads and Greek specialities are served with creamy milkshakes.

• Amandina Pizzeria | Str. Popa Sapca - Mains 3 euros. - Thit is a straight Pizzas joint with pastries and a full café.

• KFC | Calea Bucuresti - A normal, clean KFC

• Restaurant Rex | Str. Fagaras Nr. 3 ☎ +40 723 20 40 39 - Middle price restaurant.

• Havana Pub | Strada Jean Negulescu 6, Craiova - A place where you could drink something or even eat.

• Patrick's Pub | Bibescu nr. 42 A nice place where you could drink a organic juice with your friends. In some evenings there are karaoke shows or stand up comedy.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Craiova

Craiova - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Craiova, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Craiova. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Craiova and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Craiova. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Craiova. Key components include:

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Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Craiova, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

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The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Craiova is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Craiova.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Golden House | €110 (though feasible to negotiate down to €85) A great hotel that is very clean and with good service. Thanks to the nice staff and the place has the feel of a large house. Also has a nice outside terrace.

• Sydney Hotel | Calea Bucuresti, nr. 118, Craiova 200515 ☎ +40 251 435162 130-240 lei Located on Via Bucharest, at the Piteşti – Bucharest exit, near the International Airport - Craiova and the Hypermarket Metro. The diversity of details is available in the 36 rooms: 6 executive double rooms and 30 double twin/king-size rooms.

• Pensiune Carmelita | Imparatul Traian nr. 41 130-180 lei Three star guesthouse in downtown.

• Pensiune Belvedere | 1 Mai, nr.92 - 90 lei single, 100 lei double. This 15 rooms guesthouse is situated near Romanescu Park.

Stay Safe

Craiova is plagued by corrupt officials and police, and overrun by lawless gangs. However, thit is more related to organized crime and should not concern regular citizens. Day trips are more than OK, but it may be unsafe at night even in downtown.

In Craiova one may occasionally encounter stray dogs. Be careful, in case they are aggressive.

More Muslim friendly Destinations from Craiova

A day in a nearby village could be an option. Preajba de Padure is a small beautiful village 45 km away, near the border with Olt county. You can take the bus (seven daily, less in weekends) from the bus station (near the train station) for 9 lei one way or 15 lei return. The bus has another stop on Decebal Street (exact location: 44 18' 58.30" N, 23 50' 02" E).

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