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The name of the Botosani city had probably originated from the name of a boyar family called Botas. The name of this family can be derived from the old records and the family is presumed to be one of the most important families of Moldovia.
The city of Botosani is rich in farming. Recently the city is turning out in an industrial center and textile sector is being given prime importance. This city is also an important place from the tourist point of view. Among the popular tourist places in Botosani are the Popauti church. There is also a local museum which is having famous paintings by the Romanian artist Octavian Bancila.
There are some famous monasteries in south of Botosani whish were built in the middle Ages. Initially the city of Botosani was documented as a mere settlement in the year 1439. Sports are also given importance in Botosani. Football is played in the city and the name of the football team which plays for the city is FC Botosani.
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