The military-historical memorial complex in Bendery was opened on October 7, 2008.
It was erected on the site of an old military cemetery, where the remains of many soldiers of the Russian Imperial Army who died in the wars of the 18th and 20th centuries were laid to rest.
The Bendery Fortress is one of the oldest and most impressive historical structures in the region, standing proudly on the banks of the Dniester River. Its story stretches back more than 700 years, and every stone holds echoes of empires, battles, and ancient trade routes.
Long before the fortress was rebuilt by the Ottomans, this strategic site was already known to medieval explorers. In the 13th century, Genoese merchants and sailors navigated up the Dniester from the Black Sea, traveling from the port of Akkerman (Bilhorod-Dnistrovskyi) to trade goods, spices, and metalwork. Their presence marked this area as a key commercial gateway between Europe and the East.
Today, the fortress stands beautifully restored, offering:
Impressive medieval walls and towers
Panoramic views over the river and city
Historical exhibitions and artifacts
Paths through courtyards once used by soldiers and merchants
Visiting Bendery Fortress feels like stepping into the pages of history—a journey through medieval trade, Ottoman expansion, and the military architecture of past centuries.
Located opposite the Gorky cinema.
Lunch at a Soviet-style restaurant – “Back to the USSR” (40 minutes)
Enjoy traditional local dishes in an authentic Soviet-era canteen, offering a nostalgic atmosphere and classic flavors from the past.
The hallmark of Tiraspol is the monument to Alexander Suvorov with which the grateful descendants immortalized the memory of their city founder.
The monument was inaugurated over 40 years ago, on November 23, 1979, on the eve of great commander’s birthday celebration. The authors of the 9-meter bronze statue were brothers Vladimir and Valentin Artamonov, while the monument design was performed by architects L. Druzhinin and Yu.
The Glory Memorial appeared on the central square of Tiraspol near the Dniester River in 1972. The authors of the project were architects Garry Fаif and Leonid Fishbein.
This monumental building was built in 1983 for the Tiraspol City Committee of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union. A long series of marble steps leads to a huge building in the historical center of Tiraspol, the building itself clearly represents architectural trends of the late USSR.
the Monument to Catherine the Great, the Memorial of Glory (a war memorial), and a T-34 tank
Explore the vibrant local market and sample traditional foods while observing how locals sell fresh, homegrown products—an authentic glimpse into everyday life and a traditional way of making a living.
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