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Moldova

Moldova
Capital
Chișinău
Population
2.6M
Area
33,846 km²
Language
Romanian

Moldova is a country in Eastern Europe, Europe. Its capital is Chișinău, with a population of approximately 2.6M and a total area of 33,846 km². The official language is Romanian and the currency is the Moldovan Leu (MDL).

📊 Quick Facts about Moldova

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Population
2.6M
total residents
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Total Area
33,846 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
77/km²
people per km²
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GDP (nominal)
$14.4B
total output
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GDP per Capita
$5,538
per person
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Currency
Moldovan Leu (MDL)
legal tender
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Language(s)
Romanian
official
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Coastline
0 km (landlocked)
total shore
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Timezone
UTC+2/3
UTC offset
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Independence
1991
established
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Local Time in Chișinău

Moldova covers an area of 33,846 km² with a population density of 77/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $14.4B ($5,538 per capita) and gained independence in 1991. It is a landlocked country with no coastline.

Did You Know?

Moldova has more vineyards per capita than any country on Earth and its Milestii Mici wine cellar holds 2 million bottles — the world's largest wine collection. The cave network stretches 200km underground.

💡 Interesting Facts about Moldova

  1. Moldova is the wine capital of the world — it has more vineyards per capita than any other country.
  2. The Milestii Mici wine cellar is the world's largest wine collection — 2 million bottles.
  3. Moldova is one of the least visited countries in Europe.
  4. Transnistria, a breakaway region of Moldova, still uses Soviet-era symbols and currency.

✈️ Travel Information for Moldova

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Best Time to Visit
May–September
Temperate continental, cold winters, warm summers
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Cost of Travel
💚 Low Budget
Budget — compared to global average
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Meal Cost
$3–7
average restaurant meal
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Hotel Cost
$25–60
per night
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Visa
Visa-free for EU/US/UK
entry requirements
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Plug Type
Type C/F, 220V
electrical standard
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Driving Side
Right
side of the road

⚠️ Travel information is approximate and may change. Always verify visa requirements, entry rules and travel advisories with official government sources before travelling.

📍 Moldova on the Map

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📍 Chișinău, Moldova

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🏆 Moldova World Rankings

1st
Wine
Most vineyards per capita in the world — wine capital of the planet
1st
Wine Cellar
Milestii Mici — world's largest wine cellar with 2 million bottles
1st
Breakaway State
Transnistria — a Soviet-era breakaway region that still uses USSR symbols
1st
Underrated
One of Europe's least visited yet most rewarding hidden gems

🏛 Must-See Places in Moldova

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Milestii Mici Wine Cellar

World's largest wine cellar — 200km of underground tunnels holding 2 million bottles

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Orheiul Vechi

A breathtaking rock monastery carved into limestone cliffs above the Răut River

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Cricova Winery

A famous underground city of wine — 120km of tunnels visited by cosmonauts and heads of state

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Transnistria

A Soviet-era breakaway state with USSR statues, its own currency and a unique frozen-in-time atmosphere

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🗺️ Countries Bordering Moldova

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Romania
Bucharest
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Ukraine
Kyiv

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Moldova

What is the capital of Moldova?

The capital of Moldova is Chișinău.

What language is spoken in Moldova?

The official language(s) of Moldova are Romanian.

What is the population of Moldova?

The population of Moldova is approximately 2.6M.

What currency does Moldova use?

Moldova uses the Moldovan Leu (MDL).

What continent is Moldova in?

Moldova is located in Europe, in the Eastern Europe region.

What is the GDP of Moldova?

Moldova has a GDP of $14.4B, with a GDP per capita of $5,538.

What is the best time to visit Moldova?

The best time to visit Moldova is May–September. The climate is Temperate continental, cold winters, warm summers.

Do I need a visa for Moldova?

Visa-free for EU/US/UK

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