Tiraspol

Танк Т-34 на Мемориале Славы в Тирасполе - Донор - Tank memorial in Tiraspol

{{translate|ru|Тирасполь]] Tiraspol (Тирасполь; Ukrainian phrasebook|Ukrainian: Тираспіль) is the capital and largest city in Transnistria.

You might enjoy a visit to the main street with its parliamentary building boasting relatively new Lenin and Stalin statues. Opposite, a T-34 tank from the Great Patriotic War perioid forms part of a monument which also contains soil from the pivotal battle of Stalingrad and, in the same square, a monumental warplane decorated with flowers. You probably won't miss the Soviet-style banners either.

Tiraspol Halal Travel Guide

Tiraspol has relatively modern infrastructure. The state-run bus service is a simple, fairly accessible method of transportation operating at peak hours during the day, made up of trolleybuses and maxi taxis (the latter cost 3.50 rubles), you pay on board. Night-time operations were halted due to an increase in criminal drug trafficking, which became rampant on the bus system during the mid-1990s. Subsequent reforms by ex-President Smirnov and other officials enabled the bus system to remain open for at least the better part of the day, restoring a much needed public service to the Transnistrian population.

Palace of the Soviets Tiraspol 2012-07 - The Palace of the Soviets

Tiraspol is landlocked and is largely closed off from the outside world due to a lack of transcontinental infrastructure. There is neither an airport nor a seaport in Transnistria. The nearest international airport is located in neighbouring Moldova.

The local sewer system and electrical grid is state of the art. Recently adapted from models based in western Europe and the Transnistrian basic infrastructure was built in the mid-1990s with the profits gained after the war of independence in 1992.

Travel as a Muslim to Tiraspol

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Travel on a Bus in Tiraspol

There are bus and maxi-taxi services from Chişinău every 30 min through most of the day. They leave from the northeast corner of the Chişinău Autogara (at Str. Tighins). Buy your ticket via eHalal Travel Group at the Cada de Peron window on the platform, not inside the station. (2 hours 20 min, 36.50 Moldova#Money|Moldovan lei in September 2018).

There are also regular services from Bendery, Causeni, Odessa, and other Ukrainian and Moldovan cities. The main bus/train station is about 1 kilometers from the downtown and has clearly posted schedules.

The Tiraspol bus/train station does not have a luggage depot.

There is a bank/exchange office, which is closed on Sunday. And no, you cannot pay for the toilet in the station with Moldovan lei.

Border issues

No visa or payment is required for EU, Moldovan or US Muslims when staying for less than three days, but you must remember to register with the police unless you are just on a day trip.

At the Ukrainian border, visitors may face demands for bribes from the border guards either on entry or exit from Transnistria (or both). Despite official orders from the previous President Smirnov to act professionally and to decline such payments, bribery is rife and your passport may be destroyed if you do not pay. Indeed, you may be turned away from the border on the Ukrainian side if you are unwilling or unable to pay the border guards a bribe. To avoid this, ensure that you are not obviously carrying hard currency (therefore stash it away in carefully concealed areas on your person) as the border guards will check you thoroughly for it.

What to see in Tiraspol

Presidentiraspol - Presidential palace Stadiotiraspol - Tiraspol stadium

You can see most of what there is to see in Tiraspol by walking along 25 October and the main street. There are several nice parks in the city, including the Culture Park near the university. This has abundant trees and a mixture of abandoned and enthusiastically used amusement park rides, and is a good place for people-watching. Most of the big monuments are at the south end of the city, about 2 km from the Palace of Soviets. It is also worth taking a small detour off the Main Street and going down to the Dniester river, where local residents tend to gather in the summer.

What to do in Tiraspol

Visit the many Soviet monuments that remain in Tiraspol. You may also want to visit the local drama theatre and local museums near the centre of the city. The war museum near the parliament is also quite interesting; note that foreigners have to pay ten times more than local residents - 20 rubles. There are affordable boat tours on the Dniester which take about 30 minutes; just board the boat and the guide will collect the money after the ship departs (25 rubles).

• Iceskating - near where the mashrutkas from the Ukrainian border arrive is an ice rink. 65 rubles.
• Sheriff Casino - inside the Russia Hotel
• A point of interest is that although there are no foreign embassies in Transnistria, both South Ossetia and Abkhazia have representative offices in Tiraspol and Russia itself has a consulate.
• The information office on the Main Street has friendly, English-speaking staff. It also doubles as what is apparently the state's only souvenir shop, offering a range of postcards, shot glasses and other goods.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Tiraspol

In order to purchase goods, services or souvenirs in Tiraspol, or in any Transnistrian locale you must exchange your outside currency into Transnistrian rubles. The Transnistrian central bank sets their own exchange rate and prints their own money, so the number of rubles you will get on any given day for your euros varies significantly from week to week. Currency exchanges are everywhere, including inside many popular stores, and will change most local and major currencies. Some exchange booths will ask for your passport. You can't pay with credit or debit cards in Transnistria.

• The famous Transnistrian 'Kvint' vodka and can be purchased at several stores throughout the city, as well as the Kvint factory (the latter being an attraction in itself). The vodka is roughly 3US/ litre.

Halal Restaurants in Tiraspol

• Andy's Pizzas - A Moldovan chain serving amix of Asian-style foods such as the "English Breakfast" and other Eastern European favourites. The menu is in English and Russian, and some waiters may speak good English also. The atmosphere is clean and modern, but the toilets are the Eastern European squat variety, which starkly contrasts with the rest of the restaurant. Décor is on par with restaurants in countries much further West. Free Wi-Fi.
• Bottle Museum Tourist complex where you can taste soft drinks and brandies produced in Moldova and the Moldovan sample dishes of national cuisine, decorated in the Moldovan national style.

• Cafe Eilenburg | Sverdlov Street 1 at the junction of Sverdlov Street and 25. October Street - German-style restaurant with view over the main square with monuments and government buildings. The menu is in Russian, English and (German), with the staff being fluent only in Russian.

• Kumanek - Sverdlov Street 37 ☎ +373 533 72034 - Main dishes from 40 rubles - Traditional Ukrainian food set around a garden. English menu. Has smoking and non-smoking rooms. Prices are higher than in other Tiraspol restaurants.
• La Placinte - Ul. Svedlova at its east end Another Moldovan chain with a branch in Tiraspol. Provides traditional Moldovan food at reasonable prices and free Wi-Fi. Menu in Russian but with pictures.
• 7 Пятницъ - 7 Fridays | 25. October Street 112 ☎ +373 533 92 210 - An average meal with salad and main course costs about 80 Transnistrian rubles, 50 cl organic juice c. 17 rubles and 5 cl 9 rubles Asian-style restaurant on the main street. Very modern and clean, with some English-speaking staff and a comprehensive menu with various international dishes of high quality including a wide selection of sushi, but no local specialities except for the local (Tiras). Free Wi-Fi. There is another branch on maxi taxi routes 2 and 3, behind Sheriff Supermarket/Andy's Pizza, whose menu has a picture of every dish on offer.

There are many shops and markets to purchase local food, drink and their famous Transnistrian brandy, Kvint. Kvint]'s factory is at ul. Lenin, 38 (+373 533 9-61-70), and it has several shops around town. Transnistria is also known for a vodka drink commonly referred to as a "smirnovka" - appropriately named after president Igor Smirnov.

Further along the river in the downtown are a handful of restaurants which usually are open until about midnight.

There are several large and modern discos in the centre. They are usually open until late, seven days a week. Tourists are rare and the few English-speakers that might be around are often very happy to communicate with foreigners.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Tiraspol

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

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inTiraspol: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Tiraspol.

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Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Tiraspol, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

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

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Tiraspol and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Tiraspol, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Tiraspol, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Tiraspol without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Tiraspol 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 Tiraspol.

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eHalal Travel Group Tiraspol is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

In some hotels hot water and showers are not standard. They often cost extra on top of the price of a basic room, although often no more than a few dollars on top of the base price. - Hotel Russia - Svedlova, 67 down the street from the Parliament building, a 15-min walk from the train/bus station ☎ +373 533 38 000 - From €50 without breakfast A modern business hotel with restaurant, terrace, casino. Breakfast 95 roubles.

• Tiraspol Hostel | Mira 36 opposite the Pobedi Park ☎ +373 68 571-472 - There are a number of cafes within walking distance, with centre reachable by public transport, or just a few dollars in a taxi. (As of June 2015 the owner was running homestays for 200 rubles per day per person. He meets guests at the bus/train stations and takes them to the accommodation).
• Tiraspol Hostel | tourist@ v. Ternovka st. K. Marksa, h. 13 Wednesday are 15 minutes from the bus station by a taxi. ☎ +373 533 83676 or +373 778 06002 - €30-60 Part of Butylca Muzei complex.
• Hotel Aist - Naberezhnyi 3 A two-room en suite twin without hot water costs 250 rubles, 400 with hot water Soviet museum of a hotel but is well located near the main square and overlooks the river. Do not expect the comfort of a decent hostel or even hotel. The showers are barely dripping and there is no laundry service, etc. The "luxury" rooms are equipped with a TV set and a fridge. There's a bar on the second floor with a terrace that overlooks the river Dniestr. Do not expect anybody to speak English.
• Hotel Timoty - 395A, Karl Libknecht str - Rooms at Hotel Timoty with standard western amenities are available for around US$50, depending on the size of the room and the date of your reservation, and your nationality. Note that many hotel rooms at cheaper hotels may not havd a private bathroom. And even if you have a private bathroom, hot water is not guaranteed. Ask in advance.

A cheaper alternative to staying in a hotel is to rent a private apartment.

Telecommunications in Tiraspol

Don't expect your Moldovan SIM to work in Tiraspol -- Moldcell doesn't, for example.

Explore more Halal friendly Destinations from Tiraspol

The last bus to Chişinău leaves at 18:35 from the main bus/train station. The bus timetable can be found at this website: by selecting "AB тирасполь" from the drop-down menu, choosing the departure date, and looking at the times for "Тирасполь - Кишинев". A taxi from the downtown to there costs 50 rubles (39 if you speak Russian without an accent) and the price for the bus will be 40 rubles. Bus tickets to Chişinău have to be bought inside the bus station, and not from the driver. There is an exchange office at the station.

If you miss the last bus, you can take a taxi to anywhere in Chişinău for US$30.

If you're heading the other way and there's a train to Odessa which leaves at 15:58 - and a bus to Kiev (if you ask nicely and the driver will let you go as far as the Ukrainian border where you can get a bus to Odessa) leaves around 16:30 - after that and there is no scheduled transport to the Ukraine; you might get lucky with a maxi-taxi, but don't count on it. If you get to the bus/train station too late, a taxi to Odessa will cost about US$50: a lot in local terms, but 125 kilometers (80 miles) for US$50 is a bargain by GCC standards, and is a lot less hassle than finding a place to sleep and getting an extension on your visa.

There is a bus to Odessa which leaves about 14:00. It should be booked earlier in the day if feasible as it will only take as many passengers as can be seated and, as it starts from Bendery, it can already be quite full when it arrives at the train-station in Tiraspol. Tickets for the bus can be booked in the train-station, and the bus leaves from outside it.

You may go to the Ukraine border by bus which goes to Pervomajsk (it has no train station, but has a bus station near the Park of Victory [park Pobedy in Russian and swimming pool. Cross the border and take another bus in the direction you need. Besides, it's a bit cheaper.

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