Satu Mare, Administrative center in northwestern Romania
Description
Satu Mare is a city in northwestern Romania, capital of the county with the same name, close to the border with Hungary. The city sits on a flat plain along the Someș River and spreads across several neighborhoods with wide streets and low buildings.
History
A fortress at this location was first mentioned in 1181 and changed hands several times between Hungarian and Austrian rule over the centuries. The city became a royal free town in 1721 after two settlements were merged together.
Culture
The name comes from Hungarian Szatmár, meaning island in the swamp, reflecting its location near the river. Today you see Hungarian Art Nouveau buildings throughout the center, which shape the appearance and remind of the long shared history with Hungary.
Practical
The center is easy to walk around, with most sights located in a smaller area near the main square. City buses connect all districts and run regularly, tickets can be bought from the driver or at kiosks.
Did you know?
The city has a long tradition in fencing since the late 19th century and produced several Olympic champions. Many young people train today in the local fencing halls, which you can find in several neighborhoods.
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Ascension Cathedral
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Satu Mare Chain Church
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Satu Mare Synagogue
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Firemen's Tower
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Teatrul de Nord
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Ruins of Lónyai castle in Medieșu Aurit, Satu Mare
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Dormition of the Theotokos Cathedral, Satu Mare
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SS. Michael and Gabriel Cathedral, Satu Mare
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Calvaria Roman Catholic Church, Satu Mare
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Юлівська Гора
30.8 km
Reformed church in Acâș
28.9 km
Reformed church
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Capitoline Wolf in Satu Mare
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Szatmári Megyei Múzeum
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Ardud fortress
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Town Museum, Carei
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Szépművészeti Múzeum
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Seini (kapital sa munisipyo sa Rumanya)
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Reformed church (Nagygéc)
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Református templom (Szamosújlak)
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Kölcse temple
31.8 km
Ganeș
29.7 km
Câmpia Someșului
23.4 km
Casa de Cultură a Sindicatelor
1.4 km
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