Galatz is a city located in southeastern Romania on the north shore of the Danube River. It has historically been an important commercial center and river port due to its location at the intersection of important roads and waterways. The city has a temperate continental climate and vegetation typical of the forest steppe region, including oak and linden trees. Notable people from Galatz include writers, musicians, and athletes. The city can be accessed by railway, cruise ship, or roads connecting it to Bucharest.