10 TOP Things to Do in Mehedinti County (2026 Activity Guide)

Decebalus is considered a national hero in Romania and has been portrayed in numerous literary works, movies, public sculptures, and other memorials.

The rock sculpture of Decebalus (Romanian: Chipul regelui dac Decebal) is a 42.9 m (141 ft) in height and 31.6 m (104 ft) in width carving in rock of the face of Decebalus (r. AD 87–106), the last king of Dacia, who fought against the Roman emperors Domitian and Trajan to preserve the independence of his country, which corresponded to modern Romania.
The sculpture was made between 1994 and 2004, on a rocky outcrop on the river Danube, at the Iron Gates, which form the border between Romania and Serbia. It is located near the city of Orșova in Romania.
It is the tallest rock relief in Europe.

The project of sculpting the colossal head of Decebalus was the brainchild of a wealthy Romanian businessman, Iosif Constantin Drăgan. In 1985, Drăgan chose the rock to be sculpted, an outcrop 128m in height located in the area of Iron Gorge, Danube. Perhaps one of the reasons Drăgan chose this site was due to the fact that the Tabula Traiana, a memorial to the Roman conquest of Dacia, was located on the opposite side of the river.
After the sculpture was completed Latin inscription was put beneath it and is: DECEBALUS REX DRAGAN FECIT, which meant “King Decebalus, made by Dragan”.
The best photographs are made while cruising if you are visiting from serbian side or from a bridge if you are already in Romania.
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Decebalus Rex Monument is the largest sculptures in stone across Europe

Our last king, the last king of Dacia.
Tallest rock-hewn sculpture in Europe, third tallest in the world.
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What to do in Mehedinti County

Popular places to visit

Iron Gate Dam

Find out about the history of Drobeta-Turnu Severin when you spend time at Iron Gate Dam. Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its theater scene.

Danube Valley

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Danube Valley during your travels in Drobeta-Turnu Severin. Experience the area's theater scene and museums.

Drobeta-Turnu Severin Cathedral

Drobeta-Turnu Severin Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Drobeta-Turnu Severin, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Statuia lui Decebal / Decebalus Rex Statue

Find out about the history of Dubova with a stop at Statuia lui Decebal / Decebalus Rex Statue. Discover the area's art scene and temples.

Theodor Costescu Cultural Palace

Enjoy a show at Theodor Costescu Cultural Palace, a theater with a story to tell in Drobeta-Turnu Severin. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Manastirea Sf Ana / St Anne Monastery

Find out about the history of Orşova when you take a trip to Manastirea Sf Ana / St Anne Monastery. Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples.

Iron Gates

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Iron Gates during your travels in Drobeta-Turnu Severin. Wander the riverfront and parks while you're in the area.

Iron Gates Museum

You can study the exhibits at Iron Gates Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Drobeta-Turnu Severin. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Drobeta-Turnu Severin Art Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Drobeta-Turnu Severin Art Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Drobeta-Turnu Severin. Experience the area's theater scene and museums.