Cluj Napoca

City Cluj-Napoca, Cluj, Romania

What to expect

Cluj-Napoca is a city in northwestern Romania, considered the unofficial capital of the historical province of Transylvania. The city has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Dacian era. It is home to many historic monuments, including the Roman Catholic cathedral of St. Michael, one of the largest Gothic churches in Romania, and the Bánffy Palace, now a fine arts museum. Cluj-Napoca is also a thriving cultural and academic center, hosting the country's largest university, Babeș-Bolyai University, and several other institutions. The city has a diverse population, with a mix of Romanian, Hungarian, and Roma communities. Visitors can explore the city's historic center, visit its many museums and cultural institutions, and enjoy the surrounding natural beauty of the Someșul Mic river valley

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This family's experience:

Activities: We spent a lot of time in Cluj Napoca because it was our nearest large town with an airport

Highlights: We enjoyed the lovely old buildings and modern shopping malls of Cluj Napoca ✨