Tecuci is a city in Galați County, Romania, in the historical region of Western Moldavia. It is situated among wooded hills, on the right bank of the Bârlad River, and at the junction of railways from Galați, Bârlad, and Mărășești.

History

The area neighboring Tecuci was the scene of a fierce battle in 1476 between Moldavian Prince Stephen the Great and the Ottomans. Under the Kingdom of Romania, it was the residence of the now-defunct Tecuci County.

Economy

The city was famous for its canned food factories, which preserve vegetables, fruit and meat, as well as for its mustard factories.

Climate

Climate in Tecuci is defined as Dfb (Humid continental climate with warm summers), bordering a Dfa (Humid continental climate with hot summers).

Population

At the 2021 census, Tecuci had a population of 32,801. As of the 2011 census, there were 34,871 inhabitants who lived within the city limits.

Natives

Museums

Festivals

Tecuci is the host of several cultural festivals: