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Trip Planner:   Europe  /  Romania  /  Transylvania  /  Central Romania  /  Sibiu County  /  Sibiu  /  Big Square (Piata Mare)

Big Square (Piata Mare), Sibiu

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Big Square (Piata Mare) features medieval and classical houses noted as "the eyes of the city," because the narrow roof window openings resemble half-open eyes. Surrounded by museums, cafes, and restaurants, and paved with granite tiles, the square was initially established as a grain market during the 14th and the 15th centuries. See the central fountain with the iron grates and the statue of Gheorghe Lazăr, founder of the first language school in Romania. Prominent buildings include Brukenthal Palace, which houses a museum, the city hall, and an 18th-century Jesuit church. Notice the flag on the roof of the Council Tower, which bears the emblem of the guild. Put Big Square (Piata Mare) into our Sibiu online holiday planner to see other points of interest to visit during your vacation in Sibiu.
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  • By Robert D
    The Piata Mare is in the centre of the city. It is a good place to start exploring. Many beautiful and historic buildings surround the square, including the Brukenthal Museum, City Hall, churches... 
    The Piata Mare is in the centre of the city. It is a good place to start exploring. Many beautiful and historic buildings surround the square, including the Brukenthal Museum, City Hall, churches...  more »
  • By duhoz
    A good place to start the stroll through the city. Everything is on the walking perimeter. Tourist office, churches, the Bridge of Lies, a tower, old city fortification, museums, cages and... 
    A good place to start the stroll through the city. Everything is on the walking perimeter. Tourist office, churches, the Bridge of Lies, a tower, old city fortification, museums, cages and...  more »
  • By TheLush101
    A big, open square in the heart of the town with the main church and museum located there as well as lots of shops and cafes. 
    A big, open square in the heart of the town with the main church and museum located there as well as lots of shops and cafes.  more »
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