In the city of Timisoara, the capital city of Timiș in Western Romania

 Eastern Europe's "Little Vienna" Is A Cultural Melting Pot With A Youthful, Vibrant Atmosphere:

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(in the capital city of Timiș County, Banat, and the main economic, social and cultural center in Western Romania); charming, it is often referred to as “Little Vienna;” Indeed, Austrian influences are evident in the architecture, food, and culture. Timisoara, the largest city in western Romania, grew around the site of Castrum Regium Themes (Castri de Thymes), an ancient Roman crossroad fortress. in 1241. Timisoara was invaded and partially destroyed by the Tatars. In 1552, the Turkish armies conquered Timisoara and kept the town under their authority until 1716, when the region of Banat came under Austrian rule. Soon after the Habsburg Empire took over the region, from the Ottomans, the new governor of Banat, General Mercy, commisioned a bastion with strong walls, towers and gates. The Swabians (skilled craftsmen from Swabia, southern Germany} helped transform Timisoara into a commercial and manufacturing town. Austrians, Germans, Jews, Serbians, and Hungarians all left their mark during the two centuries of Austrian domination of Timisoara. The charm of Timisoara lies in its distinct architectural character, ample green spaces, and vibrant cultural life. Timisoara is home to year-round musical and theatrical performances, art galleries, museums, restaurants and cafes, and a buzzing nightlife.

+ Timisoara was the first city in Europe and second in the world, after New York, to use electricity to illuminate its streets. Some of the monuments in the heart of the city afford panoramic views, while the many parks in this "city of flowers" provide an idyllic spot to take a break from sightseeing.
Timişoara is also the birthplace of the 1989 Romanian Revolution, which ended the dictatorship of Nicolae Ceauşescu and paved the way for democracy.