The War of Independence: Tulcea–Smârdan–Constanța (2 days)
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Water
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Modest dress
By car, 2 days, on the heritage trail of the Danube corridor, about 345 km: from Tulcea Port to Cape Tuzla, 12 stops. Gateway to the Danube Delta. The heart of ancient Tomis. The promontory where ancient Callatis stood, with a view of the sea.
How to do the route
Plan 2 days with overnight stays along the route. Combine driving with breaks at sites open to the public. Places of worship and pilgrimage: modest clothing, silence during services, respect for the customs of the local community (Muslim, Orthodox, or Lipovan).
Stops on the route
- Portul Tulcea - Gateway to the Danube Delta.
- Faleza Dunării - Independence Monument and museum.
- Smârdan - Monument to the 1877 battle.
- Hârșova - Roman fortress on the cliffs.
- Cernavodă - malul Dunării - Beneath the Saligny Bridge.
- Piața Ovidiu - Heart of ancient Tomis.
- Faleza Tomis - Tomis promenade.
- Gara Mangalia - Arrival at Callatis.
- Muzeul Callatis - Museum and Ottoman mosque.
- Geamia Esmahan Sultan - Romania's oldest mosque (1573), built with stone from Callatis.
- Mangalia - Callatis.
- Capul Tuzla - The promontory where ancient Callatis stood, with views of the sea.