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Country Information

Capital

Chisinau

Population

1,028,169

Area

33,846 km²

Largest City

Chisinau

Daylight Saving Time (DST)

Not Observed

ISO Code

MD / MDA

Time Zones

1 zone

Languages

Romanian

Currency

Moldovan Leu (lei) - lei100

Coordinates

Decimal:47.0090, 28.8594

DMS:47°00′32″N, 28°51′34″E

Elevation

Highest:430 m

Lowest:0 m

Average:215 m

International Dialing Code

+373

Time Zones

• Europe/Chisinau| EET (UTC+2)

Geographic Extremes

Northernmost

Southernmost

Easternmost

Westernmost

About Moldova

•Moldova declared its independence from the Soviet Union on August 27, 1991.

•The country is known for its rich wine-making tradition, which dates back thousands of years.

•Moldova's landscape is primarily composed of rolling hills and fertile plains, making it ideal for agriculture.

•The Dniester River, one of the longest rivers in Europe, flows through Moldova and serves as a natural border with Ukraine.

•Traditional Moldovan folk music often features instruments such as the nai (pan flute) and the cobza (a type of lute).

•Moldova is home to the famous Milestii Mici winery, which boasts the largest wine cellar in the world, according to the Guinness World Records.

•The majority of the population speaks Romanian, which is often referred to as Moldovan in the context of the country.

•Moldovan cuisine is known for its hearty dishes, including mămăligă (cornmeal porridge) and sarmale (cabbage rolls filled with meat).

•The country has a rich tradition of crafts, including pottery, weaving, and wood carving, often showcased at local fairs and markets.

•Moldova has been recognized for its cultural heritage, with several sites listed as UNESCO World Heritage, including the Orthodox Monastery of Saharna.

•The country's economy is heavily reliant on agriculture, with a significant portion of its exports consisting of fruits, vegetables, and wine.

•Moldova has a diverse religious landscape, with the majority of the population adhering to Eastern Orthodox Christianity.

•The Stefan Cel Mare Monument in Chișinău honors the 15th-century ruler Stephen the Great, who is a national hero in Moldova.

•Moldova is known for its unique tradition of 'Colindat,' where groups of carolers visit homes during the Christmas season to sing and celebrate.

•The Transnistria region, a narrow strip of land along the Dniester River, declared independence from Moldova in 1990, leading to ongoing political tensions.