Monumentul Ștefan cel Mare și Sfânt

Equestrian statue of Moldova's symbol-prince - at the entrance of Central Park, 4051 reviews.

4.7 · 4110 reviews· Chișinău

Must visitBudget< 300 leiIn ChișinăuOutdoor

Also worth it for

Photo with monument + start of park alley walk.

Why it’s worth visiting

Chișinău's most recognisable symbol - a must-stop at the entrance to the Public Garden on any tour of the capital.

The story

The Monument of Stephen the Great and Holy is the iconic symbol of Chișinău, unveiled on 29 April 1928 to a design by sculptor Alexandru Plămădeală - red Mautheim granite, bronze cast in Bucharest, total height 11 m (4 m statue + 7 m pedestal). The Voivode of Moldova (1457-1504) is depicted with the cross raised in his left hand (symbolizing the defense of Christianity) and the sword in his right hand. The pedestal is decorated with bas-reliefs of episodes from his life: the battle of Vaslui (1475), the battle of Războieni (1476). Placed at the entrance to Cathedral Park and the Eugen Doga pedestrian promenade, the monument is the point zero of any visit to the capital, the official place for laying wreaths on national holidays (27 August, 31 August).

What to expect

Best at

Morning

Duration1-1 h

Good for

Relaxed eveningAs a coupleWith familyCultural discoveryFirst-time visitorTourist weekend

Gallery

What people love

national symbol
beautiful sculpture
central location
tour starting point

Photo moments

Monument at sunset
Architectural details
Panorama from site

Ambiance

Family-friendly

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What visitors wrote

“Stephen The Third Of Moldavia (1457 to 1504 A.D) was the most famous King of his and my birth Country; but more importantly was one of the greatest defenders of Europe against Evil Barbaric Ottoman Turkish Islamic Invasions; may God rest his soul in Heaven in Jesus Christ’s Name- Amen!”
- Victor Marius Banari 5
“An important monument, depicting an important historical figure for Moldova, greets you at the entrance to the park named after him.”
- Kyrylo Shevchuk 5
“Stefan III was the Grand Duke of Moldavia, a hero who fought against the Ottoman Empire and defended his country. He formed an alliance with Hunyadi János of Hungary and Vlad Zepesh, Prince of Dracula. The site of this statue of King Stefan III is Stefan Cserle Mare Park, which is a recreational area for local residents. # Chisinau # Chișinău # Moldova”
- T. GeBrim 4