Puhăceni
Commune and village
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Coordinates: 47°01′N 29°21′E / 47.017°N 29.350°E / 47.017; 29.350
Country	Moldova
District	Anenii Noi District
Population  (2014 census)[1]
• Total	3,401
Time zone	UTC+2 (EET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+3 (EEST)

Puhăceni is a village and commune in Anenii Noi district, on the banks of the largest river in Moldova. - Nistru. The village has a documented history since 1523. It is located about 65 km from Chisinau, the capital of Moldova, and 33 km from the district centre of Anenii Noi. With an area of approximately 2.37 square kilometres and a perimeter of 5.88 km, the village of Puhăceni offers a picturesque setting for both its inhabitants and visitors.

Puhăceni is known as the "village of bicycles". Locals use bicycles as their main means of transport, demonstrating a sustainable mobility model.

Likewise, Puhăceni boasts a rich historical significance. At the bend of the Dniester River, you can see the archaeological earthen wave, believed to have been built by the Romans after the conquest of Dacia, called "Trajan's Wave". These waves of earth served as natural fortresses to defend against barbarian invasions.

Also, Puhăceni is the birthplace of the grandfather of Alexandru Plămădeală, the famous sculptor of the Stephen the Great Monument in Chisinau's Central Park

The village is also home to the oldest building, the School of Zemstvă, built in 1882. Today, this historic building functions as an old people's home, retaining its architectural charm. The Zemstvo Schools were established during the great emancipation reform of 1861 in Imperial Russia as institutions of local government. Today, the ruins of the Zemstvo schools can be found in several locations throughout Moldova.

Puhăceni is not only an interesting place to visit, but also a delicious place to indulge in Moldovan "pies". Puhăceni is famous for its "cold pie", which is a sweet culinary delight that is hard to describe in words. You can order your favourite pie at PETROVGRUP SRL and enjoy it right in the picnic area on the banks of the Dniester.

A hidden gem is the delightful rural home of Grandma MillaVera. Here is the starting point for boat rides, fishing on the Nistru River, exploring the scenic surroundings by bike, and adrenaline-filled adventures. You can rent boats and fishing equipment, bicycles and ATVs. Book an unforgettable getaway full of excitement and relaxation at Grandma MillaVera.

Puhăceni is the perfect place to experience a mix of emotions while travelling sustainably, admiring captivating landscapes, discovering historical and gastronomic treasures - truly an unforgettable destination in Moldova.

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Moments

• Monument to the fallen soldiers of the Second World War;
• Church;
• New Church;
  
• House of Culture;
• Town hall in front of the small square;
• Sports complex in front to see the tree and a bit of the square;
• Mrs Elena's house - with honey sale;
• Mother of Heroes Monument;
  
• Father of Heroes Monument;
• The fountain with the balance in the pond;
• Central stop - fountain with monument;
• Stadium;
• Tourist house - at Grandma MILLAVERA;
• Area at Nistru at Spatari Radu;
• Old Church;
• School on the road;
• Bust of the great Romanian poet Mihai Eminescu.

Traditions

The village is proud of its folk crafts Budișteanu Galina and Ceban Ludmila, who exhibited their works at various exhibitions in the village, district and republic.

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