Codru: Discover its cultural history and natural heritage

• First mentioned in a historical document: 4 August 1641; officially established as an urban settlement: 1945.
• The “Sfinţii Trei Ierarhi” Church began operating in 1904 under the name “Alexandr Nevschi”; it has had its current name since 1993.
• The centuries-old pedunculate oak “Stejarul secular din Codru” stands on the boundary of the Schinoasa area.
• An older local route listing shows urban bus route 9 serving Codru. Check current service before travelling.

The dates 1641 and 1945 answer different questions. 4 August 1641 marks the first mention of Codru in a historical document. In 1945, Codru was officially established as an urban settlement. You can therefore read these years as two different points of reference: the early written mention and the later official establishment.

The history of the Costiujeni Psychiatric Hospital is also part of the development of the area around Codru. The hospital is near Costiujeni; its establishment between 1893 and 1895 marked an important phase in the region’s development. The complex remains a historic cultural heritage landmark in Codru. The local history is thus complemented by a regional development story from the late 19th century.

The “Sfinţii Trei Ierarhi” Church offers a tangible way to explore religious and architectural history. It began operating on 30 August 1904 under the name “Alexandr Nevschi”; it has been called “Sfinţii Trei Ierarhi” since 1993. The date 1904 therefore refers to its name at the time, while the current name has been in use only since 1993.

The church was designed by architect Alexandru Bernardazzi. Construction was supervised by engineer-architect Nicolae Ţiganco. The church was intended as a place of prayer and comfort for the sick. This intended purpose connects its construction history with a social and religious role. If you plan a visit, check in advance whether it is currently accessible.

The Museum of Patients’ Works, “Between Past and Present,” opened on 10 July 2026. If you would like to include it in your travel plans, check the current visiting arrangements in advance.

The centuries-old pedunculate oak “Stejarul secular din Codru” stands on the boundary of the Schinoasa area. A report dated 31 May 2026 stated that a new information board made of wood and glass had been installed there. At the time of the report, access was restricted to a distance of about 2 to 3 metres from the trunk to prevent accidents. Check local conditions before visiting.

Scuarul Codru Park is located on Costiujeni-Grenoble Street in Codru, within Chișinău Municipality. The current status of the reconstruction project is also relevant to planning a visit; check it in advance. This helps distinguish between the different local references: the oak, with its time-specific access restriction, and the park, whose project status should be checked.

The older information about urban bus route 9 can serve as a starting point for planning your transport, but you should check current service before travelling. Plan your routes around it only after confirming the connection.

When choosing a specific hotel, check that its location suits the places you plan to visit, and take confirmed transport information into account.

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What do the years 1641 and 1945 refer to?

1641 is the date of Codru’s first mention in a historical document. In 1945, Codru was officially established as an urban settlement.

What was the “Sfinţii Trei Ierarhi” Church called previously?

It began operating on 30 August 1904 under the name “Alexandr Nevschi.” It has been called “Sfinţii Trei Ierarhi” since 1993.

What restrictions applied to access to the pedunculate oak?

At the time of a report dated 31 May 2026, visitors had to keep about 2 to 3 metres from the trunk to prevent accidents. Check local conditions before visiting.

What should you know before visiting the museum?

The Museum of Patients’ Works, “Between Past and Present,” opened on 10 July 2026. Check the current visiting arrangements before making plans.

For the broader travel overview: Chisinau.