Constanța (pronounced Constantza) is a coastal Black Sea town in the southern portion of Northern Dobruja, Romania. It is the country’s second largest city and, during the summer, a fairly touristy city. It is the seat of the county of Constanţa and the Black Sea’s major seaport, making it an excellent place to begin exploring the sea’s beauties.
Constanța, one of Romania’s major cities, is today an important cultural and commercial hub worth seeing for its archaeological riches and the ambience of the ancient town center. It is the main center of Black Sea coast tourism due to its historical monuments, ancient ruins, huge Casino, museums and stores, and closeness to beach resorts. Open-air restaurants, nightclubs, and cabarets provide a broad range of entertainment options. Traditional towns, vineyards, old monuments, and the Danube Delta, Europe’s finest preserved delta, are among the regional attractions.
The National History and Archaeology Museum, housed in the former City Hall, has a rich collection of ancient art.
BEACH
The Black Sea is a great place to go swimming or sunbathing. One of the city’s most popular beaches is named Modern and is located directly next to the marina. Shallow water (you may walk for 20–30 meters before the water comes up to your knees) makes it ideal for families with young children who wish to enjoy some time in the water without fear of drowning. The Mamaia resort, located in the north of Constanţa, is home to the city’s most popular beaches. There are around 6 to 7 kilometers of sand beaches free of any rocks, ranging in width from 20 to 150 meters (yards). In the summer, it’s a hotspot for tourists looking for hotels, clubs, and pubs. For those who prefer to take in the scenery on foot or on ATV, there are many rental shops near the Cleopatra bar towards the beginning of the resort where you can hire an ATV or an enduro motorbike. Even though the tax was abolished in 2006, you can still anticipate to pay 3 Lei (about $0.70) at the entry ticket booth if you come by automobile that isn’t registered in the county of Constanţa between May and September. Parking lots with a charge are guarded and not too costly (3 Lei per hour), making them a nice option if you’re riding a motorbike and don’t want strangers climbing up on your bike to snap photos. A white P on a blue backdrop indicates where to pay for parking. Parking lots are located on each side of the major thoroughfare.
Constanța, Romania, is one of the country’s hottest cities. In terms of climate, it’s a mix of humid subtropical and humid continental (Cfa/Dfc). The year is divided into four separate halves, which are called seasons.
In July and August, the average temperature in the region is 23 °C (73 °F). Summer begins with a lot of rain, but by the middle of July, the weather is more stable and dry. A little wind cools the afternoon temperatures on the majority of summer days. Because of the sea’s ability to retain heat, the nights here may become rather warm and sticky.
Warm and bright days usher in the onset of autumn around the middle or end of September. As a result of the Black Sea’s heat, September might be hotter than June. On average, the first frost comes around the middle of November.
Compared to other cities in southern Romania, the winters here are a lot more pleasant. There isn’t a lot of snow, but the weather may be quite windy. Temperatures may reach 8 °C (46 °F) to 12 °C (54 °F) in December, which is milder than in the interior. The average temperature in January is 34 degrees Fahrenheit. A regular occurrence between December and March is a winter storm, which occurs when the water is most dangerous.
Spring comes early, although it’s still a little chilly. The Black Sea coast of Romania is often one of the coldest spots in Romania located at an altitude lower than 500 m throughout the spring and early summer months (1,640.42 ft).
After the year 2000, four of the seven hottest years since 1889 happened (2000, 2001, 2007 and 2008). In terms of average monthly temperatures, 2007’s winter and summer were the hottest and second-warmest on record, with January reaching +6.5 °C and June reaching +23.0 °C respectively. Temperatures in 2007 were the hottest they have been since meteorological records started in 1889.
It’s the biggest city in Romania’s EU Southeastern development area and the county seat of Constanța. There is a 13-mile stretch of beach in the city, which is situated on the Black Sea (8 miles). The biggest and most up-to-date resort on the Romanian coastline is located in Mamaia, a Constanța administrative district. During the summer months, travelers flock to the area’s mineral springs and beaches for a relaxing day of sunbathing.
As recently as 1878, Constanța was referred to as a “Turkish fishing settlement.” It was dubbed “flourishing” in 1920 and was well-known for its oil and cereal exports.
Romania’s business and tourism hub is the city of Constanța. 3,144 new businesses were formed in Constanța and its surrounding areas in the first half of 2008, a figure only exceeded by Bucharest and Cluj County. Romania’s main port, the Port of Constanța, is on the Black Sea and is Europe’s fourth-largest. In addition, the city has a sizable shipyard.
In recent years, tourism has emerged as a major source of revenue for many countries. When Carol I promoted the seaside resort of Constanța, the city’s beaches were harmed by the rise of naval industry. Despite this, the city of Constanța attracts a sizable number of tourists each year, many of whom discover and explore the city’s landmarks and attractions. Additionally, the city of Constanța is a major commercial and educational center.
