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November Concerts in Timisoara @Reflektor Venue

The summer might be over, but that doesn’t mean we are planning to go into hibernation mode here in Timisoara. On the contrary. The days are getting colder, shorter and darker, but that gives us the perfect motivation to spend our evening surrounded by nice people and good music. What better way to keep warm until the cold season is
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10 reasons to visit Timisoara | 2021 European Cultural Capital

Considering a visit to Timisoara, but not sure if you should book your trip?! Are your friends wondering if they should visit Timisoara?! Or do you want to convince your foreign friends to pay you a visit in Timisoara?! Then read on... Because we have put together a list of the 10 reasons anyone should start planning a visit soon: 1.
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Heritage of Timisoara - HoT spot: Iosefin

If you're in Timisoara during the weekend of October 20th-21st, 2018, make sure to visit to visit HoT: spot Iosefin, an event which brings to the public (locals and foreigners alike) the history and stories behind the city's second oldest neighborhood. Heritage of Timisoara (HoT) is organized by Prin Banat Association, and its goal is to promote and conserve the heritage of
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Lumen - by BEGA!

It’s official, Autumn is here! And together with it, one of the most interesting shows of the year: Lumen organized by BEGA! and the Timisoara2021 Association. Lumen is one of the main events included in the program for "Timisoara European Capital of Culture 2021" and the first in the series of events in the program powered by BEGA. The show will have 3 representations:
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Electroruga de Buzad - What was the first edition like?

Last weekend, the remote village of Buzad, about 40 km from Timisoara turned to (a new) life! Electroruga, a new festival in our area, turned the small village into a very popular weekend destination. Here’s how the first edition of Electroruga de Buzad turned out: The place and the people The village of Buzad lies in a picturesque area, surrounded by green
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Is the Bigar waterfall in Romania worth the trip?

If you turn to Google to ask about “Bigar waterfall”, you’re going to read a lot of positive things about it, like “the most beautiful waterfall in the world” or “most amazing waterfall in the world”. And since you are already traveling in western Romania, you might just go see it, right?! Well, we're here to tell you the other
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Electroruga de Buzad: Electronic music + local traditions

We’ve written about the Romanian “ruga” and its reinterpretation in the event Electroruga de Buzad before. With this event coming up on the 1st and 2nd of September in the nearby village of Buzad, it’s time to have a look at the schedule, activities and main artists. The Herbalizer, MC Xander, JFB are only a few of the artists in
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Baroque Urban - Contemporary art in Timisoara

Art lovers, this article is for you! As a multicultural city and a future European capital of culture, Timisoara has a very active art scene. One of the biggest contemporary art events in our city is Baroque || Urban, which will host its third edition this year, between August 15th and October 15th. About Baroque || Urban Baroque || Urban is
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Vegetarian Restaurants in Timisoara

Where to eat in Timisoara? We have written about that before and, since Timisoara has so many pubs and restaurants, we plan to keep on writing about the places that we discover in the city. But sometimes general recommendations are not enough. If you are vegan or vegetarian, “regular” restaurants can be limiting. While you can find some vegetarian food
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The Romanian “ruga” between tradition and modernity

Romania is rich in folklore and traditions. However, most of those who travel to Romania’s big cities aren’t aware of the folktales and traditions embedded in the country’s culture. That’s probably because most traditions have been born in the countryside and are not that strong in urban Romania. Reviving Romanian traditions But in recent years we have been witnessing a “back
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Nature meets Jazz at Gărâna Jazz Festival

If you love jazz and nature and are also visiting Romania in mid-July, you can’t possibly miss Garana Jazz festival! It’s one of the biggest open-air jazz festivals in Central and Eastern Europe and it’s happening just two hours away from Timisoara! That’s why it is one of the most popular music festivals in our area. Garana Jazz Festival 2018
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Timisoara Airport Transfer - Traian Vuia Airport

Every time you visit a new city and arrive there by plane, one of the first problems you encounter is the airport transfer. What are your options if you visit Timisoara? Public transport, Uber or taxi - see which best suits you. Public Transport Public transport is the most affordable way to reach the city from the airport. Within 30 minutes, you
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Restaurants in Timisoara - a local’s guide

Visiting new places is always a good idea, but finding good food in a new city can make any visit better! We know how important it is to find nice restaurants when visiting a new city. If you are wondering about the best restaurants in Timisoara, we have good news: there are many restaurants to choose from! Since it’s difficult
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Ceau, Cinema! Timisoara’s “Pocket” Film Festival

Timisoara has a bit of everything for all art lovers. If you would like to enjoy a good European film while in Timisoara, we have a recommendation for you: Ceau, Cinema! A young festival in a city with very few cinemas, Ceau, Cinema! is organized by two local associations: Marele Ecran and Pelicula Culturală. It is the first festival in
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Reflektor Venue: cool drinks and good concerts

Music lovers, this article is for you! While tourist attractions are nice and our city has a lot to offer, we know you sometimes just want to plan a night out! While nightlife in Timisoara is abundant (more on that in a future article), we dedicate this article to those who love live music and want to find good concerts
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Pizza Napoletana: the best pizza in Timisoara

Have you ever heard anybody say they hated pizza?! Neither have we. We think everybody loves (or at least likes) pizza. Italian by origin, pizza has become that universal food that is usually good both for the soul and the stomach. Feeling down? Pizza. Too lazy to cook? Pizza. In a new city and with no idea what to eat? Pizza
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Weekend getaways: hiking to Lake Bucura

As you may already know, Romania is rich in beautiful natural landscapes. If you are visiting the country, don’t miss out on the chance of exploring some of the more “off the beaten path” locations too. These are usually the most spectacular! Luckily, Timisoara is not that far away from the mountains that host some of the most amazing views that
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Ambasada: the get-together place for creative people

Ambasada is not a place that can easily be described in words. But instead, it can be described in people, events, and initiatives. It is that cozy go-to place that seems to fit everyone and every occasion: freelancers, remote workers, creatives, students and parents alike. It is a bistro, a cafe, a meeting place, an "incubator" and, most importantly, a
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Scârț and the Communist Consumers' Museum

Tired of tidy coffee shops and pubs?! Want an “alternative” experience?! Something casual, not pretentious and maybe,different?! Well then, you should give Scârț a visit. This article is dedicated to this unique “3 in 1” place in Timișoara. A bar, a theatre and a museum...
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Jazzy in Timisoara: JazzTM 2018

We've written about our favorite music festivals in the area before, but since we have a lot of information to share, we will be dedicating special articles to some of the events we love: like JazzTM. Our favorite local jazz festival will take place on the first weekend of July, so don't make any plans! Photo via Jazztm.ro About JazzTM JazztTM
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Where to find the best wine in Timisoara

If you're a wine lover you should probably that Romania produces quite a lot of wines. And that means that you can find good wineries all across the country! As for Timisoara, you can find many kinds of local wine at either supermarkets, liquor stores or dedicated wine places. If you are a wine connoisseur who would like to enjoy a night
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Sziget Festival just announced their first headliners and they are BIG!

If you are traveling to Timisoara at the beginning of August and you're a festival lover, you might want to change your plans - or just improve them. Sziget Festival one of the biggest festivals in Europe and this year it will take place between 8-15 August. They have just announced headliners and, yes, they are big! And did we mention the
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Public Transport in Timisoara

We’ve written before about how to get around in Timisoara, but we know that you budget travelers out there are also wondering what is the cheapest way to get around in Timisoara. While walking is always an option (Timisoara is a big city, but its center is not that big), the next best choice is public transport. What should you
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Viniloteca, the hidden gem of Timisoara.

While Timisoara has a lot to offer when it comes to pubs and bars for tourists, there are also places known mostly by the locals. If you are the kind of traveler who likes to discover these hidden gems when traveling to a new city, you know what we are talking about. And if you fall into this category of
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Exit Games - Escape rooms

Escape rooms have become popular in Europe since 2011. In case you haven't tried one yet, you have a chance to do it in Timisoara, thanks to Exit Games. How does it work? Teams consist of minimum two players and a maximum of eight, depending on the room you choose. The team has to work together on solving riddles and puzzles in
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A day at the museum: the best museums in Timisoara

What are you interested in when visiting a new city? Is it the food, the people, the nightlife, the architecture or the culture? Do you like to immerse yourself in the local culture by visiting museums? If that is the case, then read on. This article is dedicated to the history buffs and the artistic souls that enjoy spending their
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Day trip to the Danube Gorges

The Danube is one one of Romania’s most beautiful natural assets. It flows across the whole southern part of Romania and creates the wonderful Danube Delta just before reaching the Black Sea. Right after entering Romania, it creates the stunning Danube Gorges, which are a very popular tourist destination. The whole are a is worth a visit, as the Danube
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Day trip to the Nera Gorges

The Nera Gorges are among the most spectacular gorges in Romania, and also the longest, with a total length of about 20 km. They are also home to some of the greatest springs, waterfalls, and caves in the western part of Romania. The Eye of the Bei (or Ochiul Beiului) The Eye of the Bei is a beautiful spot to visit in
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Timisoara Christmas Market 2017

‘Tis the season to be jolly! And who doesn’t love Christmas, with all its presents, cookies, mulled wine and the free time to relax and look forward to a jolly new year?! Timisoara, as most European cities, does its best at helping its locals and visitors nurture their Christmas spirit. And how does it do that?! The Timisoara Christmas Market is
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Day trip to the Semenic Mountains

Located in Western Romania, Timisoara is not only close to other big cities like Budapest (~300 km) or Belgrade (less than 200 km), but also to many unique natural tourist attractions. Did you know that from Timisoara you can reach the mountains in about 2 hours?! If you are planning any day trips (or weekend trips) from Timisoara, the mountains
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