Streets squares and districts to visit Iaşi

This is the heart of the city. This square, surrounded by concrete blocks, commemorates the union of Moldavia with Wallachia. In the center stands the statue of the man who initiated this union, Alexandru Ioan Cuza (1820-1873). From this square runs the pleasant pedestrian Lăpușneanu street, lined with cafés. To the south, boulevard Ștefan cel Mare and its surroundings are home to a large number of monuments and lead to the immense Palace of Culture. To the east and north, the narrow street Cuza Vodă, traversed by the tramway, and boulevard Independenței lead to an area rich in monasteries.

Coming from Piața Unirii via rue Lăpușneanu, you'll first arrive at piața Mihai Eminescu. In the center of this square surrounded by libraries stands the statue of the poet. Not far away, a group of statues represents the various princes of Moldavia, from Dragoș (1353) to Dimitrie Cantemir (1693). Boulevard Carol I takes you to the universities, in the heart of the Copou district. It's a pleasant place to wander. As are those of neighboring Țicău, a pretty residential district with trees, slopes, views and beautiful old houses.