So you can visit both with ease if you’re already in the area. A nice stroll along the promenade, a visit to the zoo, museum or art gallery or simply shopping in the mall are all reasons to put the city on your must-see list.

Brăila is the district capital of the district of the same name and is located on the left bank of the lower reaches of the Danube. The city has 180,302 inhabitants according to the 2011 census, making it the tenth largest city in Romania by population. It is also the seat of the Planning Region Southeast.

In an old geographic description from 1350, Braila appears under the name “Drinago”, although this is changed to Brayla in 1368, when the merchants from Kronstadt were allowed to trade and trade in Braila and the name was mentioned for the first time . Between 1538 and 1540 the city was occupied by the Turks and was then called Ibrail from 1544 to 1829. Brăila experienced tremendous development in the early 20th century when it became a major international port. The city has seen many changes since the 19th century, streets with cobblestones and lanterns, pharmacies, a weather station, Belvedere Park, a typography, a theatre, a railway line and factories.

Sightseeing features

Independence Square | One of the most beautiful fountains at night

Independence Square is now the new centre of the city, a place not only for political socio-cultural events, but also a popular place for walks for residents and tourists. Construction of the town square began in 1970, at the same time as the entire architectural ensemble. Here are the Belvedere Hotel, the statue of “Ecaterina Teodoroiu”, a monument commemorating the “1989 Revolution”, the Palace of Agriculture, the bust of Alexandru Ioan Cuza and a stepped fountain.

The Park Monument

Park Monument is one of the largest inner-city parks in Romania, covering an area of 90 hectares. For a time it was called Kiseleff. The name was first mentioned in 1833 when a bridge was built to reach the monument to the fallen soldiers of 1828. Although the monument no longer exists today, the name of the park has been preserved.

The monument depicted a double-edged sword on a plinth next to two lions and was erected in 1833 by the French architect Villaye. Unfortunately, it was destroyed by the Turkish occupiers in 1916.

The Museum of Braila

This institution was founded at the same time as the Municipal Library and was initially located in the “Nicolae Bälcescu” Gymnasium because it did not have a headquarters at the time.

It houses various departments, such as ethnography and folk art, archaeology and history, memorabilia, art and natural science. The clear way in which the collections are displayed gives visitors the opportunity to get a complete picture of the way of life of the inhabitants and their development process, and to observe the changes that have taken place over time.

The Zoological Garden

The Braila Zoological Garden attracts thousands of visitors every year, making it one of the city’s attractions. It was founded in 1983 and covers an area of 4.6 ha, including 1.9 ha of animal facilities for 49 animal species, including 29 mammal species and 17 bird species, with a total of 325 animals. The zoological garden is located in the southern part of the city on the bypass road. It has parking areas, special smoking areas, children’s playgrounds and an equestrian area. Among the animals are: nandus, arctic wolves, Siberian tigers, African buffalo, porcupine, mandarin ducks, Nile goose, black swans, bears, ponies and many more. The visitors’ favourites are: the bear Stelicä, the Siberian tiger Alf, the monkey Cici, the lions Petricä, Ionicä and Enache and the reindeer Rudolf.

The Danube Promenade | Faleza

Braila’s waterfront is the favourite place of residents and tourists. It is the ideal place for an afternoon stroll with your loved ones, for rollerblading and cycling, or to enjoy traditional cuisine in one of the restaurants.

The Braila Fortress

Braila Fortress is a heritage site built in the south-eastern part of the country and covers an area of 160 hectares.

The spa and monastery of Lacu Sărat

A place where spa treatments can be given for conditions such as rheumatism or arthritis.

The clock from Braila

Traian Square in Braila is home to another historical monument of the county, a clock that is over 100 years old and still works today.

The small island of Braila

The small island of Braila resembles the Danube Delta and is one of the most beautiful natural parks in our country.

Museum of Ethnography and Folk Art from Braila

Here you will find beautiful folk art displays and popular objects from the area such as clay or wood grinders, barks and much more.