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Ion Ceban, General Mayor paid homage to Stefan cel Mare si Sfant

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 Ion Ceban, General Mayor, laid flowers today at the monument of Stefan cel Mare si Sfant, on the 516th anniversary of the passage to the eternal ones of the great ruler.

The Mayor of the capital mentioned about Stefan cel Mare that he was one of the best rulers of Moldova, diplomat and promoter of Christian values.

"Stefan cel Mare will always remain an example to his followers, a leader with verticality and character, who fought for the faith and freedom of his people," he said.

Stefan cel Mare built military fortresses and churches and monasteries, 44 in number.

During his reign (1457-1504), Stefan cel Mare fought over 40 wars and battles, most of them coming out victorious.