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The village of Murighiol was founded on the ruins of the ancient fortress of Halmyris. However, there is also the theory that before Halmyris, just 3-4 km east of the city, there was another city called Salmorus, and the entire territory belonged to the province of Scythia. The name Salmorus seems to come, rightly, from the three existing salt lakes at Murighiol - Lake Sărătura I, II and III. These are lakes producing sapropelic black mud, used in alternative therapy and prophylaxis of several diseases. Also, Sărătura I lake is recommended for therapeutic baths, because its water has a mineralization of 6.7 grams/liter. At the same time, Lake Sărătura III was declared a natural reserve protected for biological interest, so it cannot be exploited even for medical purposes.

The La Liman restaurant in Tulcea reconfigures the welcoming Romanian atmosphere, the new look meets a rich local color, represented by the peoples and cultures that still mark Dobrogea – Romanians, Macedonians, Turks, Tatars, Lipovans, Greeks, Bulgarians, Jews, etc. This can be found both in the menu at La Liman and inside the restaurant through the clapboards of the houses in the Danube Delta, the Balkan tiles, the lumpy plaster on the cinder block walls, the chromaticity specific to the settlements on the water, the reed fence, the painted ceramics and the hand-beaten gypsy kettle of craftsmen. This is the architectural gastronomy of the place, which also reflects the philosophy of our dishes - "Dobrogean cuisine, chosen by the eyebrow". At Liman you can enjoy a multitude of flavors, specific to the diversity of Dobrogean cuisine and the Danube Delta, from fish borscht prepared in a cauldron, recipes with Turkish, Macedonian, Lipovian, Greek origins and up to the most beloved authentic Romanian dishes. The restaurant has a generous space, 120 seats inside and 160 on the terrace, making it ideal for organizing your event, be it a wedding, a baptism, an anniversary, a team building or any other reason for celebration and good cheer. We expect you to eat your fill of the best Dobrogen dishes, to enjoy the special view and the atmosphere that gives life to a day in the Dobrogen lands!

Manastirea Celic-Dere, situata in partea de nord a Dobrogei, este unul dintre cele mai importante centre de spiritualitate dintre Dunare si Marea Neagra. Numele manastirii este luat de la paraul Celic-Dere (nume turcesc, in romana insemnand "paraiasul de otel", aici fiind gasite arme din trecutul indepartat). Asupra anului infiintarii Manastirii Celic-Dere exista, pe de o parte, precizarea „Marelui Dictionar Geografic al Romaniei", conform careia asezamantul a fost fondat de „arhiereul" Athanasie Lisivencof la anul 1835. Pe de alta parte, marturia arhimandritului Roman Sorescu, care fixeaza fondarea manastirii "cam la 1840" de catre calugari romani si doi calugari rusi intorsi de la Sfantul Munte Athos, arhimandritul Athanasie Lisavenco si schimonahul Paisie. Distrusa de incendiu, arhimandritul Athanasie Lisavenco (considerat ctitorul manastirii, 1800-1880 si ale carui oseminte se gasesc intr-o mica racla foarte frumos argintata, asezata pe dreapta in paraclis) si Dosotei Crihana construiesc, intre anii 1841 si 1844, o bisericuta cu chilii in forma de patrulater, pe valea paraiasului Celic-Dere, azi fiind pe acel loc o troita care arata ca aici a fost biserica. In anul 1845 manastirea de calugari Celic-Dere s-a transformat in manastire de maici (maicile au fost aduse din Basarabia), monahii fiind stramutati langa balta Saon, unde isi construiesc o bisericuta si cateva chilii - viitoarea Manastire Saon. Dupa 60 de ani, constructia s-a degradat datorita infiltratiilor si inundatiilor. Mai multe informații puteți afla aici.

The Cocos Monastery is located 6 kilometers from the Niculitel commune and approximately 35 kilometers west of the city of Tulcea. The monastery is run by a community of monks, having as patrons the Descent of the Holy Spirit (the big church) and Saint Hierarch Nicolae (the chapel). The monastery is located in a secluded place, at the foot of a hill surrounded by the scent of linden forests. Once, a long time ago, from this hill one night the song of a wild rooster was heard, accompanied by the beat of a stork. The monks say that this song is still heard today, sometimes. The first documentary attestation of a religious settlement in this place is from 1679, when we learn about the existence of a hermitage, plundered by the invasions of the time. The Cocos Monastery has existed since 1833, the founders being the monks Visarion, Gherontie and Isaia from the Neamt monastery, who passed by Mount Athos, before stopping here. They came as far as Isaccea, where they settled. They bought a piece of land and built a small church out of reeds glued to the ground, without towers and without bells, respecting the Muslim laws of that time. You can find out the whole story of this place in this article.

The Codru Monastery is located right at the entrance to the Babadag Forest, on the road from Constanța to Tulcea. It was founded on September 8, 2000, and in the period 2000-2006 the fencing of the land, a body of cells and a summer kitchen were executed.

The Saon Monastery is located at a distance of 11 kilometers towards Niculitel, from the town of Tulcea. The road, among hills with vineyards, leads to a beautiful esplanade in front of the Saon Monastery. On the left side stretches a large building, made of brick, covered with tin, which was built between 1990-1992. The building, which houses a body of cells, the abbess and a body of rooms for guests, has a very long roof, supported by strong columns. The Saon Monastery was founded under the Ottoman rule in 1846, by the departure of some monks from the Celic-Dere Monastery. Those who came to Saon erected here some adobe cells and a Chapel as a methoc of the Celic-Dere Monastery.

We gather on this page all the members of OMD Tulcea Municipality, who benefit from the status of "Premium Partner" in the "Tu și Tulcea" mobile app. In addition, they are promoted as such, being included together in this short list of recommended locations. If you also own or manage a local business active in tourism or in related fields, do not hesitate to write to us at contact@tusitulcea.ro to make available your application for membership in our tourism association.

Northern Dobrogea is the territory of Romania where the oldest mountains in Europe, the Măcin Mountains, meet the youngest land, the Danube Delta. These low mountains, which only reach 467 meters at the top of Țuțuiatu, are one of the most beautiful natural tourist attractions for tourists who choose Tulcea county. What it lacks in altitude is compensated by numerous routes of scenic beauty and a number of unique tourist attractions in the country. For example, did you know that in Măcin, on Culmea Pricopanului, there is a sphinx at least as expressive and spectacular as the one on the plateau of the Bucegi Massif? To avoid potential situations of confusion among hiking enthusiasts, the Administration of the Măcinului Mountains National Park informs you about the meaning of the markings you may encounter when visiting the Măcinului Mountains National Park (you can find them presented in the gallery below). RECOMMENDATION: Before traveling the desired route, we recommend that you visit the Greci Information Center. We assure you it will be worth it! Find all the coordinates on this page (contact details, schedule, etc.).

The new cultural space in the heart of the Danube Delta, the Ivan Patzaichin Museum – Community Innovation Center, built on the footprint of Ivan Patzaichin's parents' house, in the village of Mila 23, celebrates the successes of the great champion and provides a framework for exposing his concerns regarding the Delta, for encouraging and expressing the culture and traditions of the Lipovans from Mila 23 and for the promotion of the fragile biodiversity of the Danube Delta. Through education projects and providing a space for artistic and research residencies, the Museum will become an essential pillar in the life of the community and will contribute to the evolution of the Danube Delta and the well-being of its inhabitants, offering all protected natural areas in the country a model of an institution based on modern principles of community collaboration.

OMG Tulcea is the perfect place to enjoy a delicious cake with a modern look and taste.

The story of the Old Times Pub restaurant began in May 2008, out of the desire to create a harmonious and friendly space, where both Romanians and their foreign collaborators feel pampered. We have chosen the cuisine to be a mixture of new taste intertwined with traditional, but also international tastes. All this for the pleasure of enjoying delicious food, prepared exactly as it should be. We invite you to discover the dishes from the traditional urban cuisine.

Măcin is a town located in the northwestern extremity of Tulcea county. It has a population of about 8000 inhabitants. The city of Măcin is located at the confluence of the morphological units of the Danube River with the Măcin Mountains, at an average altitude of 40 m, in the vicinity of the Old Danube to the west and the Măcin Mountains (Culmea Pricopanului) to the east and northeast. The relief of the city of Măcin consists of three main forms of relief: the Măcin Mountains, the marginal plain and the Danube Meadow. According to historical sources, the possible location of "Vicina" was in Măcin, where the first metropolitan of Wallachia (1359), Iachint de Vicina, came from. Some historians, such as Nicolae Iorga and Gheorghe I. Brătianu, affirm this toponymic hypothesis. With the conquest of Dobrogea by the Ottoman Empire, Măcin became the headquarters of an Ottoman garrison, a collection and transit center for products intended to supply Constantinople. In the city of Măcin it is worth stopping to admire the center of the town, always full of life. Among the tourist attractions we mention: the Mestan Aga Glass, the Church of Saints Peter and Paul, but also the ruins of the Arrubium fortress. Use the map below to discover the city even better. And don't forget to stop by the National Tourist Information and Promotion Center in Măcin.

Together as people, united by nature. 🌿 Nature sanctuary in the Danube Delta 🚤 Eco-friendly trips 🏄‍♂️ Stand-up paddle on the calm waters 📸 Discover and protect biodiversity.

Live *** is a new location in Tulcea that has 18 rooms with generous and comfortable spaces, benefiting from a personalized design and new furniture, equipped with their own bathrooms, overlooking the city. The guesthouse is located 2 km from the center of Tulcea, on Isaccei street no. 111. There are several restaurants in the area, the nearest one being 10 m from the guesthouse. The railway and naval station is 1.5 km away, and Tulcea Airport is 14 km away.

At Pick Up Coffee&More, you can find coffee with controlled origins, 100% Arabica, but also special blends. If you are a coffee-lover, this place is unmissable.

Royal Pizza, through the TulceaFood application, welcomes online orders with home delivery! Restaurant with a terrace located in the C5 neighborhood, on Plevnei street, no. 32.

Always fresh and tasty!

Passo Doble - Famous restaurant in Tulcea for its dishes: pizza, salads, seafood, chicken, pork and fish dishes, desserts and much more.

Restaurant Trident is located in Tulcea and serves dishes from Italian, European, Romanian and international cuisines. Here you will enter a unique setting where every item in the location has a story behind it that we want to convey to you. We let our creativity fly and dedicated ourselves to creating a restaurant where you feel good and come back with love.

Discover the magic with excursions in the Danube Delta organized daily by Ionel & Ciprian Safca. Starting from Tulcea, we offer you not just a trip, but a unique experience, where you will discover the beauty and diversity of this natural oasis. Over 35 years of tourism experience - We are experts in Danube Delta tours with a shared passion for nature and adventure. We offer personalized services to satisfy the wishes of every tourist, ensuring memories that last a lifetime.

Sarichioi is one of the largest and most beautiful villages in the entire Tulcea county. It is a place full of history, of a special picturesqueness and charm. Sarichioi is also the "heart of the Russian-Lipovian community" in all of Romania, where the largest ethnic group from the entire country lives. Practically, of the 3000 inhabitants, 90% are from Lipovi. This brings a particularly valuable load to the village in terms of local traditions and customs. If you want an experience that you will not forget for the rest of your life, then choose to spend Easter at Sarichioi. In other words, you must include a visit to Sarichioi in your vacation from Tulcea. Take a stroll through the streets of the historic area of ​​the village, where you will be able to admire the more than a century old Lipoveni households. Also, visit the two Lipovene churches, one more beautiful than the other. And last but not least, enjoy the atmosphere of the old fishing port. If you are with children, then it is good to know that you will find a generous place to play here.

The Transdanubian Sicia from Dunavațu de Sus was, in the 19th century, on Ottoman territory, the Transdanubian Cossacks being subject to the High Gate. In this capacity, they did not pay taxes or other additional debts, but were obliged to give military aid to the Turks in case of war. The main occupation of the Cossacks was, in fact, the defense of the Ottoman borders against the Russian Empire, the relations between the two states being always tense. Their leader was the ataman-cosovei. When Sicia was moved to Dunavaț, the Kosovar was Samiilo Kalnebolotki (1809 – circa 1814). After the move, Kalnebolotski gave way to Leah, most likely a Polish peasant. After Leah, the Kosovar was Litvin, a very pious man, who, on the advice of the priest of Sicia, a certain Luchian, became a monk at the Mirnopoian monastery, where he died. At the same time as Litvin, there was also Olexa Riasnei, who was dismissed from his position and punished by whipping, after a scandal in one of the siciya's districts. Today there is nothing to visit that speaks of the presence of the Cossacks in Dunăvăț, but it is worth imagining that they occupied this part of Tulcea a few centuries ago.

The terrace on the top floor of the STAR Hotel is a restaurant highly appreciated in the town. The capacity of the place is 140 people, being open throughout the year.

Small tavern with Greek (Mediterranean) characteristics and tasty dishes.

Welcome to The Corner! We have reinvented this iconic location in Tulcea at the suggestion of our guests and guided by our passion for quality. The café features a unique interior space and a generous terrace arranged in a modernist style with industrial influences. Here, you can enjoy both a delicious and energizing coffee, as well as a hearty meal with international cuisine dishes. Additionally, we have developed an online ordering system for you to enjoy at home. Wherever you enjoy your meal ordered from The Corner, we wish you a good appetite!

WILD TRAVEL is a Romanian company that promotes ecotourism in the Danube Delta. Founded by the ornithologist Mihai Baciu, the company organizes tours in the Danube Delta, based on bird watching, wildlife photography or simply relaxing in nature, with its own or rented boats. Mihai BACIU is the manager of the company and the main guide. He is a nature photographer, ornithologist and writer, having published 4 books about the birds of the Danube Delta and its surroundings, with the photographs he took over the years. He was a ranger in the Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve, where he got his passion for bird watching and guiding tourists. The books are written in Romanian and translated into Italian, English, French and German. In the pages of the books there are more than 300 species of birds that can also be seen in the tours organized by the company. Mihai is also the captain of the company's main vessel called "CODRUTZ". He speaks French, Italian and English. Valentina BACIU is Mihai's wife, being the cook of the ship "CODRUTZ". Valentina is a passionate cook, a former participant in the Romanian show "MasterChef", but she is also a very good connoisseur of the delta, being originally from the Lipovi Russian community, which forms the majority of the delta's inhabitants. Beyond her passion for cooking, Valentina is also a good storyteller, a very good future ornithologist and photographer. He has extensive experience in traveling, climbed Everest (not to the top...), visited almost all of Africa and Asia. He speaks English, Russian and Italian.