Dandea Memorial Room

The memorial room dedicated to the most prominent Romanian Mayor of the period between the two world wars, Dr. Emil Aurel Dandea, is meant as recognition for his major role in the modernization of the city. He was born in 1893 and was a liberal official, then became the Mayor of Târgu Mureş between 1922-1926 and 1934-1937. By publishing magazines, newspapers, and books, he revived the cultural and social life of the city. The introduction of methane gas raised living standards and the local economy, which has been reflected in the increase of the number of buildings and profitable activities.