Petroșani

Petroșani is a city in Hunedoara County, Transylvania, Romania.The city has a population of around 35,000.

Petroșani Halal Explorer

Petroșani is located in the Jiu Valley, which is the entrance to the Retezat National Park and provides access to the Vâlcan, Parâng and Retezat mountains. The city was founded in the 17th century (around 1640). In 1720, an Austrian cartographer mentions that the entire Jiu Valley was intensly populated and settlements could be seen from one end to the other. During the 1818 census and there were 233 inhabitants, while the entire valley counted 2550. During this time and the main activity of the people was shepherding and no urban settlement had appeared yet. Around 1840, coal surface mining began in Petroșani, Vulcan and Petrila. The population grew significantly only in the 20th century during the communist regime, as many workers were brought in from other parts of the nation.

Travel to Petroșani

By car

From Bucharest, 343 km: take A-1 to Pitești and then take DN-7 to Căciulata and then DN-7A to Voineasa and Petroșani.
From Deva, 100 km: take E-68 to Simeria and then E-79 to Hațeg and Petroșani.
From Timisoara, 230 km: take E-70 (DN 6) to Lugoj and Caransebeș and then take DN-68 to Hațeg. From there, take E-79 (DN 66) to reach Petroșani.
From Cluj-Napoca, 214 km: take E-81 (DN 1) to Alba Iulia and Sebeș and then E-68 to Simeria. From there, take E-79 (DN 66) to Petroșani.

Travel on a Bus in Petroșani

Transport with maxi-taxi is an effective way to travel in the Jiu Valley. Minibuses carry passengers between the Jiu Valley cities and to and from Deva. Minibuses leave from 10 to 10 minutes or more often.

Inter-city transport: Petroșani-Lonea, Petroșani-Uricani, Petroșani-Aninoasa is provided by: SC ZMK Ltd.- 93 cars (Maxi Taxi). Dealului no. 17.+40722 559 945, +40723 379 241

Travel ticket prices are: Petroșani - Vulcan: 1.5 lei Petroșani - Lupeni: 2.0 lei Petroșani - Uricani: 2.5 lei

Muslim Friendly Rail Holidays in Petroșani

There are trains arriving at Petroșani Train Station from Bucharest, Timișoara, Cluj-Napoca, Deva, Arad (Romania) | Arad, Craiova etc. Check timetable here].

How to get around in Petroșani

Local transport between Market Victoria-Airport is made by family associations, individuals, businesses - number of cars: 107.

What to see in Petroșani

Parâng | Parâng is an attraction for Romanian and foreign tourists because of natural resources: mountain landscapes, glacial lakes, forests, a botanical reserve and ski slopes. It is located in the southeast of Hunedoara county, about 100 kilometers from Deva the capital of the county, being part of the Southern Carpathians, Parâng - Șureanu group. Parâng Mountains occupy an area of 1100 square kilometers bordering Sureanu Mountains to the north, north-west Retezat Mountains, east Căpățânii Mountains and to the west are separated by Jiului Gorge from Vâlcan Mountains. The Parâng Mountains peaks of rare beauty are:Big Parâng Peak - 2519 m,the third high peak in Romania;Carja Peak - 2405 m;Small Parâng Peak - 2074 meters. Parang Mountains shelter 22 glacial lakes including: Roșiile Lake; Galcescu Lake; Mija Lake; Green Lake. In the winter besides skiing,one can training other winter sports such as luge, snowboard, motoscooter rides and paragliding flight.

Culture House of Unions Ion Dulamă | Str. 1 Decembrie 1918 nr. 100 ☎ +40 254 541483
Theater I.D. Sarbu (historical monument) | Str. Mihai Viteazu nr. 2 ☎ +40 254 541154
Mining Museum (historical monument dating from 1920) | Str. Nicolae Balcescu nr. 2 ☎ +40 254 541744 | Opening Hours: 10:00 - 17:00 (closed Monday) Between 1961-1962 opens at Petroșani the Mining Museum as a tribute to the miners work, evoking the history of mining and mining technology development of coal exploitation.

Petroșani City Library - Str. Viitorului bl. 9 A, ap. 23-24 ☎ +40 254 515522

Historical monuments

Wooden Church of the Holy Archangels - sec. XVIII.
Former officials casino - since 1905.
Former dispensary Prince Mircea - 1925, currently the Student House of Culture.
Former workers casino - 1925.

Dacian fortress of Bănița Cetatea dacică Bănița GPS 45.448,23.2666

Best things to do in Petroșani

Go skiing in Parâng or Straja | You can go skiing between November to April,more or less depending on weather conditions.

Parks

Central Park | str. 1 Decembrie 1918 near Hotel Petroșani (area of 2 ha)

European Community Park | str. 1 Decembrie 1918 near Petroșani State Theater (area of 0.3 ha)

Hospital Park | str. 1 Decembrie 1918 near Emergency Hospital Petroșani (area of 0.5 ha)

I.L.Caragiale Park | str. 1 Decembrie 1918 near Sports School and Petroșani Court (area of 0.3 ha)

Anghel Salygni Park | str. 6 Martie
Central Market Park - located on Nicolae Bălcescu st., corner with Avram Iancu st., near Central Market (area of 0.8 ha).

Sports

Mountain Bike
Riding on alpine routes
Hunting tourism
Paraplane

Cultural events

Intemational Folklore Festival - is held every year
Halls of spring and fall of art petrosanene
Camps of artistic creation (Summer University)
Exhibition of numismatics
Exhibition of cartoons
Exhibition of fine art and glass icons

Sporting events

Junior National Championships in gymnastics
Handball competitions
Skiing competition at the national level (junior and senior)
Wrestling competitions at national level (junior and senior)

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Petroșani

Jiul Shopping Center | Str.1 decembrie 1918,nr.79

Halal Restaurants in Petroșani

Bella Italia | Str. Institutului, nr. 76 ☎ +40 254 540205 | Opening Hours: 08:00:23:00 Italian restaurant

Restaurant Mixt Baloliv | Str. 1 Decembrie 1918 nr.82 ☎ +40 722 217145
Medieval Restaurant | ☎ +40 254 540492
Keops Club Restaurant | ☎ +40 254 540294

Bar Selena | Strada 1 Decembrie 1918 nr.98 ☎ +40 788 702481
Keops Club Restaurant | ☎ +40 254 540294

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Petroșani

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

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inPetroșani: 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 Petroșani.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Petroșani: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Petroșani, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Petroșani.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Petroșani, 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 Petroșani, 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 Petroșani and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Petroșani, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Petroșani, 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 Petroșani 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 Petroșani 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 Petroșani.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Petroșani 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.

For Halal business inquiries in Petroșani, please contact:

eHalal Travel Group Petroșani Media: info@ehalal.io

Muslim Friendly Hotels

Cabana Popasul Haiducilor | ☎ +40 254 547484 -

Hotel Rusu - ☎ +40 268 311753 -

Hotel Petroșani | Str.1 Decembrie 1918 no. 110 ☎ +40 254 542801 -

Hotel Onix | Str.1 Decembrie 1918 no. 73 ☎ +40 254 544613 -

Cabana Eclipse | ☎ +40 723 268225 -

Pensiunea Floare de Colt | Str. Livezeni nr. 36 ☎ +40 254 548563 -

Hope Villa | Str. Rusu nr. 1 ☎ +40 722 991109 -

Telecommunications in Petroșani

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Deva and the capital of Hunedoara County is 89 kilometers away from Petroșani. Here you can see Deva fortress and you can visit the Dacian-Roman Civilization Museum.
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Hațeg is 50 kilometers away from Petroșani.
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