Here are 21 facts you didn't know about Moldova
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The Republic of Moldova (in Moldovan: Република Молдова) or Moldova (in Moldovan: Молдова) is a European country with a republican system, located in eastern Europe between Ukraine and Romania. Most of the people of Moldova are Moldovans, except for the Transnistrian strip located east of the Dniester River, which is ruled by Russian militaries and demands to join Russia. It has been a member of the Guam Organization for Democratic and Economic Development since 1991 after the dissolution of the Soviet Union. A strip of Moldova's internationally recognized territory on the eastern bank of the Dniester River has remained under effective government control as Transnistria since 1990.
The name “Moldova” is named after the Moldova River. The valley of this river was the political center when the Principality of Moldova was founded in 1359. The origin of the Moldova River being given this name is unknown. Historians Dimitri Kantemir and Georgi Orche mentioned that according to the story from the legends, it is said that the name came from the drowning of the hunting dog “Molda”, one of the hunting dogs of Prince Dragos, after a strenuous chase for an aurochs in the Moldova River. The river was named after the dog, and in turn the name was transferred from the river to the state.
1. Geographical location: Moldova is located in eastern Europe, bordered by Ukraine to the north, east and south, and Romania to the west.
2. Area: About 33,846 square kilometers, making it one of the smallest countries in Europe.
3. Population: about 2.6 million people.
4. Culture: Folklore: Moldovan culture is influenced by Romanian, Turkish, and Russian heritage, and has strong folkloric traditions in music, dance, and costume. It includes traditional songs and dances such as “Hora” and “Sirpa”.
5. Religion: The majority of the population follows the Orthodox Church, and there is religious diversity that includes Catholics, Protestants, and other religions.
6.Music: Moldova has a lively music scene that includes traditional, classical and pop music. Bands like "Zdob și Zdub" represent Moldovan folk rock.
7. Fine Arts: Moldova's artists are prominent in the fields of painting and sculpture, with influences from European and Russian art schools.
8. Economy: Main industries: The economy relies heavily on agriculture, especially the growing of fruits and vegetables and winemaking. Major industries include textile, furniture and agricultural machinery manufacturing.
9. Sports: Football is the most popular sport, and sports such as rugby and wrestling are also popular.
10. Climate: Temperate continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers.
11. Natural Features: Includes beautiful landscapes of hills, forests and rivers, such as the Dniester River. Moldova is famous for its stunning landscapes such as the Kudru Natural Park and the region of hills and valleys.
12. Historical monuments: Many ancient monasteries and churches, including the Capriana Monastery and the Vichy Monastery of Orheul. There are also medieval fortresses such as Sorocinj Castle.
13. Natural resources: Moldova is rich in fertile agricultural lands, but lacks mineral resources and fossil fuels.
14. Language: The official language is Romanian, and there is also a minority that speaks Russian and Ukrainian.
15. Education and Scientific Research: Higher Education: Moldova has a number of universities and colleges that offer higher education in various disciplines. Moldova Technical University and Moldova Agricultural University are two of the most prominent institutions of higher education.
16. Politics: Political system: Moldova is a parliamentary democratic republic, with a president as head of state and a prime minister as head of government.
17. International relations: Moldova seeks to strengthen its relations with the European Union and seeks to join the Union in the future. It also has relations with Russia, Ukraine and other neighboring countries.
18. Environment and Sustainability: Organic Agriculture: Moldova encourages organic agriculture and sustainable agricultural practices to preserve the environment.
19. Environmental challenges: The country faces challenges such as pollution and land degradation, and is working to improve the management of natural resources.
20. Tourism: Attractions: Notable tourist attractions in Moldova include ancient monasteries such as the Church Monastery and the ancient city of Urheul Vichy.
21. Wine: Moldovan wine is considered some of the best in Europe. The history of winemaking in Moldova dates back to ancient times, and the country has some of the oldest vineyards in the world.
22. Traditional Foods: Traditional foods in Moldova include dishes such as “mamalija” (corn porridge), “sarmali” (stuffed cabbage), and “placinti” (stuffed dumplings).
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