• Explore the Moldovan capital of Chisinau (formerly Kishinev), which stands on the banks of the small River Byk. Visit the Pushkin House - the place where the great Russian poet spent his days in exile and where he began working on his epic poem Eugene Onegin.

• Watch a performance at the former Chisinau Choral Synagogue that today houses the Chekhov Drama Theatre.

• Swim at the man-made Chisinau Lake with picturesque bathing beaches, and boats for hire.

• Relax and unwind in Cahul - a town famous for its thermal spas and mud treatments and also a good local theatre. Hirjauca is a renowned spa in the area.

• Sup the national wines - the vineyards and wine cellars of Mileshti and Krikova-Veki are renowned throughout the region.

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