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“<strong>Nicolae</strong> Bălcescu”<br />
Land Forces Academy<br />
International<br />
Student's Guide<br />
“Always together”<br />
Sibiu, România
Index<br />
“<strong>Nicolae</strong> Bălcescu” Land Forces Academy
International Student’s Guide<br />
Table of Contents<br />
Message from the Rector 4<br />
About Romania 3<br />
About Sibiu<br />
6<br />
Historical Survey 7<br />
Educational process in LFA 8<br />
Faculty of Military Management 9<br />
Military Training 10<br />
Resources 11<br />
Study in LFA 12<br />
Practical information 14<br />
Contact 18<br />
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“<strong>Nicolae</strong> Bălcescu” Land Forces Academy<br />
Index<br />
Message from the Rector<br />
TAKE THE CHANCE TO STUDY ABROAD.<br />
IT WILL BROADEN YOUR CAREER PERSPECTIVES AND DEEPEN YOUR PERSONAL INSIGHT<br />
This publication aims at introducing the "<strong>Nicolae</strong> Balcescu" Land Forces Academy to foreign students.<br />
At present, "<strong>Nicolae</strong> Balcescu" Land Forces Academy is one of the outstanding institutions within the National<br />
Military Higher Education system.<br />
Conscious of the need to develop and endorse outstanding leaders, capable to fulfill the requirements of an ever<br />
changing world, the "<strong>Nicolae</strong> Balcescu" Land Forces Academy aims at building up, by means of the university<br />
studies, command officers with exceptional moral, civilian and professional qualities.<br />
The recent classification of the Romanian Universities has placed our institution within Education and Research -<br />
based universities, which highly certifies a well defined and delineated management, a normative and a functional<br />
frame, meant to continue the developing of the present economic and social tendencies and requirements.<br />
The "<strong>Nicolae</strong> Balcescu" Land Forces Academy is highly involved in carrying on the building up process for the well<br />
trained graduates in order to bravely face the challenges in the military field and to register excellence in the field of<br />
education and scientific research.<br />
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About Romania<br />
Index<br />
Official name: Romania<br />
Forme of government: Republic<br />
Geographic position: SE of Europe, to the N of Balkans, in the inferior basin of the Danube, with an opening to the<br />
Black Sea, beeing cut by the carpathian mountains.<br />
Surface: 238.391 km 2 (11 place in Europe and 79 in world).<br />
Population: 19.000.000 habitants<br />
Capital: Bucharest - 1.650.000 habitans<br />
Official tongue: Romanian: mother-tongue for more than 89 % from the country population. By its origins, structure and<br />
vocabulary, Romanian is the language which continues directly the Latin that was spoken in Dacia and Moesia - two<br />
regions in the Carpathiano-Danubiano-Pontic space.<br />
National day: 1st of December.<br />
National flag: three vertical colours: red, yellow and blue.<br />
National anthem: "Desteapta-te, romane !".<br />
Official time: East Europe time (GMT + 2 hours).<br />
National currency: 1 leu (lei) = 100 bani (bani).<br />
Climate: the climate is temperate -continental, characteristic to the Central Europe ( hot summers, cold winters, very<br />
distinct seasons, abundant snowfalls especially in the mountains).The warmest areas are in the south.<br />
Tourism: Romania is the owner of all natural conditions to become one of the most important European touristic<br />
destinations. The most wanted regions are: the Black Sea coast, Bucharest, Prahova Valley (Sinaia, Busteni, Azuga,<br />
Predeal), Poiana Brasov, Moldavia Monasteries, churches in wood - Maramures, Danube Delta, Bran(Dracula Castle),<br />
medieval cities (Sibiu, Sighisoara, Medias, Deva,Cluj,Alba-Iulia,Brasov), bathing areas (Baile Felix, Baile Herculane,<br />
Baile Tusnad,Calimanesti-Caciulata,Olanesti, Sovata, Vatra-Dornei,Eforie Nord etc.), many caves.<br />
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Index<br />
Historical Milestones and Tourist Attraction in Sibiu<br />
SLOVAKIA<br />
HUNGARY<br />
Timis<br />
Arad<br />
SERBIA A<br />
Bihor<br />
Caras-Severin<br />
Satu<br />
Mare<br />
Salaj<br />
Hunedoara<br />
Mehedinti<br />
Gorj<br />
Cluj<br />
Alba<br />
Doli<br />
UKRAINE<br />
Maramures<br />
Bistrita-<br />
Nasaud<br />
ROMANIA<br />
Vilcea<br />
Mures<br />
Sibiu<br />
Sibiu<br />
Olt<br />
Arges<br />
Brasov<br />
Dimbovita<br />
Teleorman<br />
Suceava<br />
Harghita<br />
Neamt<br />
Covasna<br />
Prahova<br />
Ilfov<br />
Giurgiu<br />
BULGARIA<br />
Botosani<br />
Vrancea<br />
Buzau<br />
Bucharest<br />
Bacau<br />
Iasi<br />
Ialomita<br />
Calarasi<br />
MOLDOVA<br />
Vaslui<br />
Galati<br />
Braila<br />
UKRAINE<br />
Tulcea<br />
Constanta<br />
BLACK<br />
SEA<br />
1896 - The first use of electricity in Austria-Hungary, and the first power line in Southeastern Europe;<br />
1904 - The second city in Europe to use an electric-powered trolley;<br />
1918 - Upon the Union of Transylvania with Romania, Sibiu became part of Romania;<br />
1928 - The first zoo in Romania;<br />
1941 - Saxons lost their historical majority in the population;<br />
1989 - The third city to take part in the Romanian Revolution;<br />
2007 - European Capital of Culture 2007.<br />
1191 - Mentioned for the first time in a document<br />
of the Vatican, under the name "Cibinium" (due<br />
to the river Cibin that flows through the city);<br />
1544 - The first book in the Romanian language<br />
was printed in Sibiu, funded by John II<br />
Sigismund Zápolya. This was in Cyrillic letters;<br />
1551 - Conrad Haas' experiment with rockets;<br />
1570 - The Ottoman-dependent Principality of<br />
Transylvania was formed after the Ottoman<br />
conquest in Hungary;<br />
1671 - Methane gas was discovered near Sibiu;<br />
1782 - Franz-Joseph Müller von Reichenstein<br />
discovered the chemical element tellurium;<br />
1788 - First theatre in Transylvania;<br />
1795 - The first lightning rod in Transylvania and<br />
in Southeastern Europe was installed in<br />
Nagydisznód (present-day Cisnădie);<br />
1817 - The Brukenthal Museum, the first<br />
museum in Transylvania was opened.<br />
1867 - The Principality of Transylvania was<br />
reunited with Hungary in the dual monarchy of<br />
Austria-Hungary;<br />
Not to Be Missed: the Top 5 Sights<br />
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Historical Survey<br />
Index<br />
13 June 1847 – the first officer school was founded in Bucharest, training Infantry, Cavalry and Artillery officers;<br />
1 July 1920 – after the Unification, the second military school training Infantry officers, was founded in Sibiu;<br />
1932 – the only school training active Infantry officers, functioning under the name of “Principele Carol”;<br />
13 December 1952 – its name was changed into the “<strong>Nicolae</strong> Bălcescu” Military Infantry School;<br />
1 July 1961 – the school functions in the present establishment, training officers in all branches and services;<br />
22 March 1991 – it became the “<strong>Nicolae</strong> Bălcescu” Military Institute for Infantry, Frontier Guard and Chemistry;<br />
15 June 1995 – the Ground Troops Academy was founded as a Military Higher Education Institute;<br />
1 August 2000 – its name was changed into the “<strong>Nicolae</strong> Bălcescu” Land Forces Academy;<br />
23 April 2002 – the “Management of Organization” study programme was accredited in the field of Military Sciences and<br />
Intelligence;<br />
30 June 2003 – the „Economic-Financial Management” study programme in the field of Military Sciences and the “Public<br />
Administration” in the field of Administrative Sciences were temporarily authorized;<br />
1 September 2008 – the Faculty of Military Management is set up;<br />
10 June 2010 – external evaluation by ARACIS – HIGH CONFIDENCE RATING;<br />
30 June 2010 – the „Economic-Financial Management”, “Public Administration“ and “Management of Organization”<br />
Bachelor’s study programmes were accredited;<br />
11 August 2010 – Master’s study programmes were accredited in the field of “Military Sciences and Intelligence”:<br />
“Organizational Leadership”, “Management of Organizational Capabilities” and “Management and Technology”;<br />
5 September 2011 – The “<strong>Nicolae</strong> Bălcescu” Land Forces Academy is classified by the Ministry of Education, Research,<br />
Youth and Sport as a University of Education and Research<br />
21-23 November 2012 – 1 st visit of evaluation performed by EUA – European University Association<br />
18-20 February 2013 – 2 nd visit of evaluation performed by EUA – European University Association<br />
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Educational process in LFA Sibiu<br />
Index<br />
The educational process within the "<strong>Nicolae</strong> Balcescu" Land Forces Academy aims at developing cadets'<br />
competences and potentialities, as described inthe "Graduate Model" and in the "Building up and Professional<br />
Development Concept of the Military Staff within Land Forces".<br />
MILITARY<br />
LEADER<br />
EDUCATOR-<br />
TRAINER<br />
The Land Forces Academy<br />
provides cadets’ training,<br />
education and motivations so<br />
that graduates can become ...<br />
MISSION<br />
to build up and train officers,<br />
so that upon graduation, they can<br />
perform the following highly<br />
interrelated roles:<br />
... leaders of character entirely<br />
dedicated to the values of honour,<br />
duty and professional development<br />
during their career as army officers<br />
serving the nation<br />
CITIZEN AS SERVANT<br />
OF THE NATION<br />
MILITARY<br />
SPECIALIST<br />
SPECIALIZED<br />
WARFIGHTER<br />
The educational process focuses on educating all graduates in a morally and ethically sound environment so that<br />
they become good problem solvers who can lead and shape future changes to the benefit of our Army and our<br />
country.<br />
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Faculty of Military Management<br />
Index<br />
Bachelor’s Programmes of study<br />
Field of study - Military Sciences, Information and Public Order:<br />
• Management of organization - ACCREDITED<br />
• Economic- financial Management - ACCREDITED<br />
Field of study - Administrative Sciences:<br />
• Public administration - ACCREDITED<br />
Master’s Programmes of study<br />
Field of study - Military Sciences and Information:<br />
• Organizational Leadership - ACCREDITED<br />
• Organizational Capability Management - ACCREDITED<br />
• Management and Technology - ACCREDITED<br />
Postgraduate Courses:<br />
• Postgraduate Course of Specialization in the Field of Leadership in the Tactical Field<br />
• Postgraduate Course of Specialization in the Field of Communication and Informatics<br />
• Postgraduate Course of Specialization in the Field of Internal Organizational Audit<br />
• Postgraduate Course of Specialization in the Field of Integrated Management in Combat Support<br />
• Postgraduate Course of Specialization in the Field of Total Quality Management of the Military Actions<br />
• Postgraduate Course of Specialization in the Field of Crisis Situation Management<br />
• Postgraduate Course of Specialization in the Field of Environment Protection during Military Actions<br />
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Index<br />
Military Training<br />
The student's general military training is a continuous process<br />
that is carried out throughout the entire period of the university<br />
studies by studying the subjects established in the curricula,<br />
grouped into distinct modules of military training as well as within<br />
the limits of a military training day per week throughout the<br />
academic year.<br />
Structure:<br />
a) Individual Basic Training - has a universal character and<br />
ensures the basis of the military construction, irrespective of the<br />
chosen branch or specialization;<br />
b) Specialized Individual Training - aims at initiating the<br />
students in the chosen branch/ specialization. It represents the<br />
basis in the process of forming the military specialist and in<br />
fulfilling the specific requirements of the first function<br />
c) Military Physical Training.<br />
It aims at building and<br />
improving the basic<br />
kinetic skills and their<br />
practical use by the<br />
military, according to<br />
the demands of the<br />
battlefield, to the<br />
development of the<br />
physical and<br />
psychological<br />
capacities necessary<br />
for accomplishing<br />
combat missions under<br />
any terrain and<br />
weather conditions.<br />
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Resources<br />
The "<strong>Nicolae</strong> Balcescu" Land Forces Academy has modern material resources, meeting the national, international and<br />
European Higher Education Requirements. Some of our institution's resources are as follows:<br />
Index<br />
• Senate Room<br />
• Auditorium: 558 m2 and 300 seats<br />
• 8 Lecture Rooms: 956 m2 and 660 seats<br />
• 38 Seminar Rooms: 2280 m2<br />
• 23 Laboratories and Multifunctional Rooms: 1342 m2<br />
• 2 Data Processing Laboratories: 36 computers-110m’<br />
• 10 Technical Rooms: 618 m’<br />
• Cadets' Accommodation Buildings<br />
• Sports Centre: 1,856 m2<br />
• Swimming Pool<br />
• University Library<br />
• Multimedia Room<br />
• Publishing House<br />
• Museum<br />
• Orthodox Chapel<br />
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Index<br />
Study in LFA Sibiu<br />
a. Requirements before your departure<br />
Visa requirements<br />
Before you depart for Romania certain documents will be necessary. You need a valid passport or ID for entry into<br />
Romania. In some cases a visa is also required. However, citizens of EU countries and some of the countries of the<br />
EEA need only an ID card provided that their citizenship is stated on the card. For further information, in order to clarify<br />
if you need visa or not , please contact the Romanian Embassy or Consulate in your country. Please consult<br />
http://mae.ro/en/romanian-missions for addresses and office hours of Romanian embassies and consulates.<br />
For stays in Romania longer than three months, it is compulsory to obtain a RESIDENCE PERMIT, which will be<br />
issued to the students by Romanian authorities upon their arrival.<br />
Application process for international students:<br />
Foreign citizens could apply for studies in “<strong>Nicolae</strong> Bălcescu” Land Forces Academy only with approval of the<br />
Romanian Ministry of National Defence, based on bilateral agreements between our university and student’s home<br />
university.<br />
The following application papers are requested:<br />
• Application form (filled in 2 copies);<br />
• Certified copy of the Baccalaureate Diploma or equivalent - for undergraduate studies;<br />
• Certified copy of the graduation certificate - for postgraduate applicants;<br />
• Academic record translated into Romanian, English;<br />
• Language certificate;<br />
• Certified copy of the Birth Certificate;<br />
• Certified copy of the passport;<br />
• Medical certificate.<br />
Application process for <strong>Erasmus</strong> students - the following application papers are requested:<br />
• Student Application Form<br />
• Learning Agreement or Training Agreement<br />
All documents can be found on our web site at the following address:<br />
http://www.armyacademy.ro/english/erasmus/Index.html<br />
Make sure that all your forms are SIGNED by you and the responsible of your university. Send the scanned documents<br />
to the following e-mail address: erasmus@armyacademy.ro.<br />
If you cannot send the forms by e-mail, you can also use post or fax.<br />
When we receive all the forms, they will be checked and signed by the <strong>Erasmus</strong> Coordinator from our academy.<br />
We will send the Letter of Acceptance by e-mail and by post. The procedure will take 4 – 6 weeks. During the holidays it<br />
can take longer<br />
!!! Attention:<br />
Application deadlines: Autumn semester: June 30th<br />
Spring semester: November 30th<br />
Bilateral Agreements through ERASMUS Programme:<br />
• Univerzita Obrany, Brno, Czech Republic<br />
• <strong>Academia</strong> Ozbrojenych Sil Ganerala Milana Ratislava Stefanika, Liptovsky Mikulas, Slovakia<br />
• Natzionalen Voenen Universitet Vassil Levski, Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria<br />
• Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal<br />
• Theresianische Militarakademie, Wiener Neustadt, Austria<br />
• The Gen. Tadeusz Kosciuszko Military Academy of Land Forces, Wroclaw, Poland<br />
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b. Arriving and getting settled<br />
By air<br />
The air connections of the city are ensured by the Sibiu<br />
International Airport, located on national road DN1, at 3<br />
kilometres from the city.<br />
http://www.sibiuairport.ro/<br />
Sibiu International Airport<br />
Address: 73 Alba Iulia Street<br />
Flight information center: +40 269 253 135<br />
By car<br />
Sibiu is passed by two major European roads: E 68<br />
(Arad - Sibiu - Brasov) and E 81 (Cluj - Sibiu - Pitesti -<br />
Bucuresti). Check here the road route: www.distanta.ro<br />
By train<br />
Please check: http://www.cfrcalatori.ro/<br />
By bus<br />
There are several international transportation<br />
companies that drive to Sibiu, such as: Eurolines,<br />
Atlasib, Tavi Raisen, Pletl, Amad Touristik, Trans<br />
Europa. Just search the names on Google and you will<br />
find local representatives in different countries.<br />
www.autogari.ro<br />
How to get to Sibiu<br />
Study in LFA<br />
Our recommendation for students is to arrive at LFA<br />
one day before the course starts and depart one day<br />
after the end of the course.<br />
Facilities provided to international students:<br />
• Accommodation will be provided in the Land Forces<br />
Academy buildings.<br />
• All meals are provided with non-alcoholic beverages<br />
at the LFA cafeteria. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are<br />
available and have to be booked 24 hours in advance.<br />
• Internet access will be available.<br />
• Access to University libraries<br />
• Special areas for the smokers<br />
• Hairdresser’s within university premises<br />
• Gyms and sports on the university premises<br />
• Orthodox church service on the university premises<br />
• Medical centre on the university premises<br />
• The electric power is 220V, 50Hz AC<br />
• Psyhological Assistance<br />
Index<br />
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Practical information<br />
TRANSPORT IN SIBIU<br />
a. Public transportation<br />
The local public transportation in Sibiu is ensured by Tursib, a company under the guidance of the Local Council of<br />
Sibiu.<br />
There are 20 bus routes inside the city and 2 bus routes connecting the city with the adjoining villages. The fee for a<br />
ticket is 1.5 lei and it can be purchased from the ticket vending machines, ticket booths or Tursib Agencies.<br />
Tursib address: 133-135 Calea Dumbrăvii<br />
Phone: +40 269 426100<br />
Fax: +40 269 21077<br />
Web: www.tursib.ro<br />
Download the bus route map at: http://www.tursib.ro/trasee/harta<br />
b. Rent-a-bike<br />
Discover a unique way to experience the magnificent views of Sibiu's skyline or just get some fresh air and exercise!<br />
There is no better way to get around, see new things, stay healthy and active.<br />
You can find the renting point, very close to the city centre, at Cazarma 90 (the big parking area).<br />
c. Taxis<br />
The current rate is between 1,40 Lei and 2,50 Lei per km. Always ask the driver to turn on the meter before starting.<br />
Phone. +40 269 953 Phone. +40 269 942<br />
Phone. +40 269 949 Phone. +40742242942<br />
HEALTH AND INSURANCE<br />
Health care:<br />
Before coming to Romania please make sure you have a medical insurance that can cover any expenses and<br />
hospitalization here in Romania. Emergency services are provided in Military Hospital or Public Hospital.<br />
General Hospitals<br />
Emergency Clinical Local Hospital2-4 Corneliu Coposu Blvd(+40) 269 215 050<br />
Emergency Military Hospital46 Victoriei Blvd (+40) 269 211 209<br />
Pharmacies<br />
In Romania, medication and certain health products are only for sale in pharmacies. A list of pharmacies can be found<br />
on the following http://www.paginafarmacistilor.ro/farmacii/sibiu/ .<br />
Open around the clock pharmacies<br />
Farmacia San Marco<br />
7 Iorga <strong>Nicolae</strong> Street<br />
+40 269-232187<br />
Polisano Pharma<br />
11 Mihai Viteazu Blvd<br />
+40 269-421418<br />
http://www.scjs.ro<br />
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TELEPHONES<br />
Practical information<br />
Index<br />
Public telephones are orange and use a prepaid phone card (“cartela de telefon – ROMTELECOM”). These can be<br />
used for all kinds of calls, including the direct international calls. Telephone cards can be purchased at the post offices,<br />
hotels, and kiosks at prices 10 Lei and 50 Lei. Prepaid cards from other phone companies, can also be used, including<br />
Voice over IP and cell phones (ORANGE, VODAFONE, ZAPP and COSMOTE).<br />
General Emergency Service – 112<br />
MONEY & BANKING<br />
The Romanian currency is the Leu (plural: Lei), (1 Leu = 4.5 EURO) and its subdivision is „Bani”( singular „ban”).<br />
There are 4 coins and 7 notes:<br />
- Coins: coins of 1 ban, 5 bani, 10 bani and 50 bani.<br />
- Notes: notes of 1 leu, 5 lei, 10 lei, 50 lei, 100 lei, 200 lei 500 lei.<br />
All prices in Romania include VAT. The general value of the VAT is 24 %.<br />
Different banks have several branches in Sibiu. Most banks are open on weekdays from 09h00-12h00 and from 14h00-<br />
16h00. During the weekend, you can use the numerous ATMs to withdraw money. It will not be easy to open a bank<br />
account, as most banks will not allow you to open a bank account when you're only staying for a few months. To open a<br />
bank account, you will need your passport or identity card and an address in Sibiu. It can also be useful to take your<br />
Sibiu student card with you.<br />
Money can be exchanged at banks, hotels, and private exchange offices (“Casa de schimb valutar”). There can be<br />
major differences in rates, especially between banks and private exchange offices. So it is advisable to shop around. It<br />
is both illegal and not advisable to change money in the street as the chance to be cheated is very high.<br />
The official exchange rate can be accessed here: http://www.cursbnr.ro/<br />
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS<br />
Romania enforces the international rules of the Convention related to customs facilities for travellers. Any traveller may<br />
enter or leave Romania with a maximum of USD 10,000 in cash or traveller's cheques.<br />
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Practical information<br />
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS<br />
• January 1st - 2nd – New Year<br />
• April / May - Easter<br />
• May / June - Pentecost, Whit Monday<br />
• May 1st – International Labour Day<br />
• August 15 - Dormition of the Theotokos<br />
• October 25th – National Military Day<br />
CYBER CAFES<br />
Surfing, mailing, gaming, downloading... all across Sibiu<br />
you'll find spots where you can access the internet.<br />
Besides the specialised, fully equipped cybercafés, you<br />
will also find some smaller pubs where you can browse<br />
the internet and make international phone calls. Almost<br />
90% of the pubs near student's hostel have wireless.<br />
ATRIUM CLASSIC CAFÉ<br />
16 Piata Mica, next to Liers' Bridge<br />
0269 242 000<br />
www.atriumcafe.ro<br />
CAFÉ WIEN<br />
4 Piata Huet<br />
Email:office@cafewein.ro<br />
CAFÉ EINSTEIN<br />
13 Piata Mica<br />
UNION CLUB & PUB<br />
6 Piata Mica<br />
ANDIAMO<br />
31 Victorei Blvd<br />
MAI LOUNGE<br />
31 Victorei Blvd<br />
SUPPORTER<br />
26 Victorei Blvd<br />
www.supporter.ro/<br />
IMPERIUM PUB<br />
24 <strong>Nicolae</strong> Balcescu Street<br />
CULTURAL EVENTS<br />
RELIGIOUS SERVICES<br />
− Sibiu Jazz Festival (May)<br />
− Sibiu International Theatre Festival (June)<br />
− Carl Filtsch International Piano Competition and Festival (July)<br />
− National Festival of Folk Traditions (August)<br />
− Craftsmen's Fair (August)<br />
− Annual Pottery Fair (September)<br />
− Astra Film Fest (October)<br />
− Dance Festival (November)<br />
− Orthodox Cathedral, 33 Mitropoliei Street<br />
− Evangelic Church, Huet Square<br />
− Catholic Church, 3 Grand Square<br />
− Synagogue, 19 Constitutiei Street<br />
more information about other churches in Sibiu:<br />
http://www.turism.sibiu.ro/en/biserici.htm<br />
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Practical information<br />
THE STATE PHILHARMONIC OF SIBIU<br />
ASTRA OPEN AIR MUSEUM<br />
Address: 3-5 Cetatii Street<br />
Address: 14 Calea Rasinarilor (2miles south of Sibiu)<br />
Phone. (+40) 269 210.264 Phone: (+40) 269 242.419<br />
www.filarmonicasibiu.ro<br />
www.muzeulastra.ro<br />
Weekly classical music concerts take place in the newly Open: Tue. – Sun. 9:00am - 6:00pm (winter 10am – 5pm);<br />
renovated Thalia Hall, a concert hall<br />
Closed Mon.<br />
and theatre dating from 1787.<br />
ASTRA is the second largest open-air museum in the<br />
world (250 acres)<br />
RADU STANCA NATIONAL THEATRE<br />
Located in the middle of a dense forest and surrounded<br />
Address: 2 C. Coposu Blvd<br />
by a beautiful lake, ASTRA features<br />
Phone: (+40) 269 210.092<br />
more than 300 buildings as well as watermills and<br />
www.tnrs.ro/<br />
windmills, gigantic presses for wine, fruit and<br />
One of the leading Romanian theatres, with origins dating oil, hydraulic forges and structures representing village<br />
back to 1787, it attracts some of the<br />
architectural styles from many parts of<br />
best-known Romanian directors. This theatre has both Romania. The museum illustrates the technological<br />
Romanian-language and German language sections and legacy of the Romanian people. There is a<br />
presents an average of five shows a week.<br />
wonderful collection of wooden farmhouses, a cherhana<br />
(a traditional collecting and storage<br />
GONG THEATRE<br />
point for fish) and sheepfolds, as well as a wooden church<br />
Address: 4 Alexandru Odobescu Street<br />
and two traditional inns. Guided tours<br />
Phone: (+40) 269 211.349<br />
are available. Another option is a visit by horse-drawn<br />
www.teatrulgong.ro/<br />
carriages (ladies, the driver will kiss your<br />
Specializing in puppetry, mime and non-conventional hand in greeting, an old Romanian custom).<br />
shows for children and teenagers, this<br />
theatre presents shows in both Romanian and German. THE HISTORY MUSEUM<br />
Address: 2 Mitropoliei Street<br />
CINEMATECA ASTRAFILM Phone: (+40) 269 218 143<br />
Address: 12 Piata Huet, Sibiu<br />
www.brukenthalmuseum.ro/istorie/<br />
Phone: (+40) 269 202 430 Open: Tue. – Sun. 9:00am – 5:00pm (wintertime 10am –<br />
E-mail: aff@astrafilm.ro<br />
6pm); Closed Mon.<br />
http://www.astrafilm.ro/<br />
Admission fee<br />
Index<br />
BRUKENTHAL MUSEUM<br />
NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM<br />
Address: 4-5 Piata Mare<br />
Address: 1 Cetatii Street<br />
Phone: (+40) 269 217 691 Phone: (+40) 269 213 156<br />
http://www.brukenthalmuseum.ro/<br />
www.brukenthalmuseum.ro/naturale/<br />
Summer Schedule: Tue. – Sun. 10:00am – 6:00pm; Open: Tue. – Sun. 10:00am – 6:00pm; Closed Mon.<br />
Closed Mon. Closed first Tuesday of every<br />
Admission fee<br />
month.<br />
Winter Schedule: Wed. - Sun, 10:00am - 06.00pm; SIGERUS SAXON ETHNOGRAPHIC MUSEUM<br />
Closed every Monday and Tuesday.<br />
Address: 12 Piata Mica<br />
Admission fee Phone: (+40) 269 218 195<br />
http://www.sigerus.muzeulastra.ro/<br />
Open: Tue. – Sun. 9:00am - 6:00pm (wintertime 10:00am<br />
– 5:00pm); Closed Mon.<br />
Admission fee<br />
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“<strong>Nicolae</strong> Bălcescu” Land Forces Academy<br />
Index<br />
Contact<br />
"<strong>Nicolae</strong> Bălcescu" Land Forces Academy<br />
3-5 Revolutiei Street,<br />
550170 SIBIU ROMANIA<br />
Tel: + 40269 43 29 90<br />
Fax: + 40269 21 55 54<br />
http:/www.armyacademy.ro<br />
e-mail: office @armyacademy.ro<br />
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