Moldova

About Moldova

Capital

Chișinău

Continent

Independence Date

27 August 1991

Official Language	Afrikaans
Second Language	Russian, Gagauz
Population	~2.5 million
Passport Color	Red
Passport Rank	#47
Dialing Code	373
Country TLD	.md

Moldova Overview

Moldova, officially the Republic of Moldova (Romanian: Republica Moldova), is a landlocked country located in Eastern Europe. It is bordered by Romania to the west and Ukraine to the north, east, and south. The capital and largest city is Chișinău.

Moldova is known for its wine production, rolling hills, and historic monasteries. The country’s economy is primarily based on agriculture, viticulture, and manufacturing. It has been developing ties with the European Union and is recognized for its rich cultural heritage and hospitality.

The official language is Romanian, and the currency is the Moldovan Leu (MDL). Moldova has a temperate continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. Despite being one of Europe’s smaller and less populous nations, it offers beautiful countryside, world-class wines, and vibrant folk traditions.

Quick Facts About Moldova

Coordinates	47.0105° N, 28.8638° E
Bordering Countries	Romania, Ukraine
Region / Continent	Europe (Eastern Europe)
Total Area	~33,846 sq km
Population Density	~105 people per sq km
Highest Point	Bălănești Hill – 430 m
Major Rivers	Dniester, Prut
Climate Type	Temperate continental; warm summers, cold winters
Famous For	Wineries, monasteries, folk music, traditional cuisine
Major Landmarks	Cricova Winery, Orheiul Vechi, Capriana Monastery, Stefan cel Mare Park
Official Language	Romanian
Currency	Moldovan Leu (MDL)
Government Type	Parliamentary Republic
Time Zone	UTC+2 (EET); UTC+3 (EEST in summer)
Major Exports	Wine, fruits, textiles, machinery, electrical equipment
Visitor Entry	Visa-free for EU, CIS, and many other countries