Museum of History and Archeology

Tourist attraction for horse lovers, Equestrian Base "Col. Virgil Bărbuceanu" has that "something" which, for the practitioners and supporters of equestrian sports, means much more than a day spent there, it means peace, relaxation and the appreciation of the special bond between people and animals. Equestrian base "Col. Virgil Bărbuceanu" from Piatra Neamț, established in 1986, is one of the most equipped equestrian bases in the country, being chosen as the host of several stages of the World Show Jumping Cup, as well as of several national competitions. Within this equestrian base, you can practice recreational riding on well-established routes by the base staff, horseback tourism for those who have equestrian knowledge and skills, day trips on the Bâtca Doamnei - Bahrin route, leisure with the carriage both for walking and for special events, horse-drawn sleigh rides (in winter). Also within the base, horses are trained for participation in competitions and riding lessons can also be taken.

The "G.T. Kirileanu" Neamţ County Library is a continuation of some old traditions (over 130 years) of public reading in Neamţ County.

Roman-Catholic Cathedral "Saint Iosif Muncitorul" was built in 1895 and between 1936-1939 has been subjected to several renovations. The church had changed the look starting with year 2012. Historical files certify the existence of Catholics on Moldova region from 13th century. Next centuries, lots of Catholics had migrated from Transilvania to Moldova and so in 1884 was founded The Roman-Catholic Bishopric from Iași.

The "Baal Shem Tov" wooden synagogue from Piatra Neamţ is a testimony of numerous Jewish communities that have existed since the Middle Ages.  The current building was built on the oldest place, based on the letter of July 19, 1766, signed by the voivode Grigore III Ghica.  The old synagogue was by stone, but since the early 18th century it was only allowed to raise wooden synagogues.  In the eastern wall of the synagogue is a "One Holy," a true work of art made of wood carved in 1835 by Sharaga Iţchok ben Moische, disposed in three floors, each of them standing on rounded columns covered with bronze and silver.  The altar, blown with gold, is 250 years old. The synagogue is linked to the name of Baal Shem Tov, the founder of Hasidism. VISITING HOURS: Monday-Friday: 9 am - 2 pm (individuals and groups larger than 10 persons)                           2 pm - 4 pm (only groups larger than 10 persons) Saturday and Sunday: 10 am - 2 pm (only groups over 10 people) For groups you must make an appointment at least one day before. ACCESS FEES: 15 RON/person for individual visits 10 RON/person for groups NOTE: tours can be held both in English and Hebrew.

At Văleni is one of the oldest and durable wooden churches from Moldova, built in the middle of dense forest, during the reign of Petru Rares, in the year 1538. It was rebuilt by Lăpuşneanu and then by Ieremia Movilă. When you step into it, is like stepping into a museum that presents an exceptional pictorial treasure. Here was a school – iconographic painting workshop. Over 100 icons coming from here, values ​​of national heritage, are in Agapia, Văratec, Neamţ and Bistriţa monasteries museums, knowing more than 150 icons whose origin refers to Văleni, not counting those scattered in private collections. Here are a few reasons why the oldest wooden church in Neamţ County, now a parish church, is worth a visit.

In year 1930 it has began the construction of Precista Curch from Piatra-Neamț and in year 1947 this was holy by Moldova's and Suceava's Metropolitan, Irineu Mihălcescu and by P.S. Iustinian, later Patriarch of Romanian Orthodox Church. At holy service also was priest Constantin Mătasă, the one that animated the beginning and the end of this Holy Church.

In the historical city center is located Royal Church "Sfântul Ioan Domnesc" that was built between years 1497 and 1498 as is mention on the inscription at the entry. Among the heritage objects from "Sfântul Ioan Domnesc" Church from Piatra-Neamț there are: Bohemian crystal chandeliers donated by Nicu Albu in 1837, icons painted by Constantin Stahie and Petre Savinescu, The Holly Evangel from Neamt Monastery from 1821, the Evangel from Sibiu from 1854, silver crosses, old books and more. "Sfântul Ioan Domnesc" Church from “Curtea Domneasca” Architectural Complex from Piatra-Neamț can be visited as a historic monument or you can attend the religious service.

The name of the fortress is mentioned by Ptolomeu in the work "Geographia" in the description of Dacia, where are listed 43 cities (fortresses). The archaeologist had discovered dacian artifacts at Bâtca Doamnei on a surface of almost 20000 square meters and had determined two levels of living: one dating from 2nd century, the other one corresponding to the period between 1st century BC and 1st century AC. Archaeological materials and also the few coins descovered at Bâtca Doamnei, made the resercher suppose that the settlement was founded in 2nd century BC but the growing period started in the next century continuing after. The end of the fortress was caused by a fire. Also a fire has ended the first fase of this settlements. It is hard to establish when these events took place. There is no reason to belive that this fortress had a different faith than the three geto-dacian fortresses on Siret river, that had great distruction after some events placed betwen 89 AC (year of ending peace of Decebal with Domișian) and 106 (ending of his wars with romans).

IMPORTANT NOTICE: The museum is temporary closed for renovation. The only museum in the country dedicated to this great man of culture was built in year 1885. House-museum where the writer lived is located in the city center of Piatra-Neamț, on the street with the same name and it is submitted on the list of arhitectural monuments from National Cultural Heritage, for the special style of the construction. Opened since year 1969, the memorial museum Calistrat Hogaș impresses with the simplicity and rustic beauty characteristic to this mountain area. Visiting hours: Everyday from 09 to 17 (October to March); from 10 to 18 (April to September)  Monday: Closed