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Romania

România
Capital
Bucharest
Population
19.1M
Area
238,397 km²
Language
Romanian

Romania is a country in Eastern Europe, Europe. Its capital is Bucharest, with a population of approximately 19.1M and a total area of 238,397 km². The official language is Romanian and the currency is the Leu (RON).

📊 Quick Facts about Romania

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Population
19.1M
total residents
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Total Area
238,397 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
80/km²
people per km²
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GDP (nominal)
$301B
total output
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GDP per Capita
$15,700
per person
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Currency
Leu (RON)
legal tender
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Language(s)
Romanian
official
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Coastline
245 km
total shore
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Timezone
UTC+2/3
UTC offset
🎂
Independence
1877
established
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Local Time in Bucharest

Romania covers an area of 238,397 km² with a population density of 80/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $301B ($15,700 per capita) and gained independence in 1877. It has a coastline of 245 km.

Did You Know?

Romania is home to Transylvania and the legend of Count Dracula, based on the real 15th-century ruler Vlad the Impaler. Romanian-born Nadia Comaneci was the first gymnast in Olympic history to score a perfect 10.0 in 1976.

💡 Interesting Facts about Romania

  1. Romania is the birthplace of Transylvania and the Dracula legend.
  2. Romania has the fastest average internet speed in Europe.
  3. Nadia Comaneci was the first gymnast to score a perfect 10 at the Olympics, in 1976.
  4. Romania has one of Europe's largest forested areas — the Carpathian Mountains.

✈️ Travel Information for Romania

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Best Time to Visit
May–September
Temperate continental, cold winters, hot summers
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Cost of Travel
💛 Affordable
Budget–Mid — compared to global average
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Meal Cost
$4–9
average restaurant meal
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Hotel Cost
$30–80
per night
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Visa
Visa-free for EU/US/UK (Schengen)
entry requirements
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Plug Type
Type C/F, 230V
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.

📍 Romania on the Map

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📍 Bucharest, Romania

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🏆 Romania World Rankings

1st
Dracula
Birthplace of the Dracula legend — Transylvania
1st
IT Growth
Fastest growing IT sector in Eastern Europe
2nd
Internet Speed
2nd fastest average internet speed in Europe
1st
Gymnasts
Home of Nadia Comaneci — first perfect 10 in Olympics

🏛 Must-See Places in Romania

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Bran Castle

The Gothic castle in Transylvania associated with the Dracula legend, perched on a rocky bluff

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Peles Castle

A stunning Neo-Renaissance mountain palace — one of the most beautiful castles in Europe

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Painted Monasteries of Bucovina

UNESCO exterior-frescoed monasteries with vivid Byzantine paintings preserved for 500 years

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Danube Delta

A UNESCO biosphere reserve where Europe's largest river meets the Black Sea in a labyrinth of channels

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🗺️ Countries Bordering Romania

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Ukraine
Kyiv
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Moldova
Chișinău
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Bulgaria
Sofia
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Serbia
Belgrade
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Hungary
Budapest

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Romania

What is the capital of Romania?

The capital of Romania is Bucharest.

What language is spoken in Romania?

The official language(s) of Romania are Romanian.

What is the population of Romania?

The population of Romania is approximately 19.1M.

What currency does Romania use?

Romania uses the Leu (RON).

What continent is Romania in?

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

What is the GDP of Romania?

Romania has a GDP of $301B, with a GDP per capita of $15,700.

What is the best time to visit Romania?

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

Do I need a visa for Romania?

Visa-free for EU/US/UK (Schengen)

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