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Big Square (Piata Mare)

Sibiu, Romania
Ranked #1 of 16 attractions in Sibiu
5.0 of 5 stars 30 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Description: Big Square is Sibiu’s historical centre, where there are important historical monuments, many of which are part of the UNESCO patrimony.
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Beaverton, Oregon
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

Enjoyed a hearty lunch and stroll through this square one weekend - lots of weddings going on in the midst of this great architecture. Enjoyed the churches; some mosaic-tiled church towers reminded me of Prague or Vienna. Don't miss the Bridge of Lies :) There is also a lovely little store on the square that sells the exquisite painted glass... More

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Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

Piata Mare is a beautiful large square. During the summer there is a fountain in the middle that seems to entrance kids, and a few adults. Great fun to sit at a cafe or on the benches in the square and watch the kids and pigeons play.

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tehran
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

big and beautiful square. close to all you need in city.

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Boston, Massachusetts
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012
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The Piata Mare (big square) is a great place to stroll around, see the sights, have a drink sitting outside. A great european square.

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Romania
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

Nicely done! After substantial investing in preparation for being named the European Cultural Capital in 2007, the center of Sibiu is worthy of this title!

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DEBRECEN
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

I loved the square so much I had to take the whole family back this orthodox Easter to experience the ambiance again. Looking down from the Saxon Era Evangelical Church's tower you have an amazing view of the square and beyond.

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Cayman
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012

It is the center of a city that practically has the same configuration as some 4 or 5 centuries ago. There used to be places like this in Germany or Austria centuries ago but they disappeared. It is beautiful at all moments of the day, when it's sleepy, when it's full of life be it because a fair or just... More

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Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012

Like that is so open and that there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops to spend some quality time here!

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Katy, Texas
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2012

This square has the most beautiful architecture. The stone pavement is beautiful in itself. Great photo opportunities!

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Iloilo City
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

I still can't understand the fountain's timing... Sometimes quick then slow

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