Vasile Alecsandri Street (Strada Vasile Alecsandri) is a notable street in the historic center of Oradea, Bihor County which connects Union Square with December 1st Park. It is one of the most bustling pedestrian streets in the city with many cafes and restaurants with terraces and is known for its historic buildings with beautiful facades. The street is named after Vasile Alecsandri (1821-1890), a poet and politician who played a role in the 1848 Revolution and the following unification of the principalities.
Sights And Landmarks On Vasile Alecsandri Street
Coming from Union Square the first building on the right, on the corner of the square, is the Adolf Moskovits and Sons Palace. A bit further on the left, you’ll see the Deutsch House, which was once a famous glassware shop. Also on your left hand is the entrance to the passage of the Black Eagle Palace, the most famous Secession building in the city.
