Moldova

SHORT INFORMATION

Geography of Moldova

Moldova, a country in eastern Europe that was once part of the Soviet Union. Moldova lies near the Black Sea and is bordered by Romania and Ukraine. Moldova occupies rich prairie land and is drained by the Prut and Dniester rivers. The area is 13,012 square miles (33,700 km2).

SHORT INFORMATION

The Education System in Moldova

The country’s educational system consists of primary school, gymnasium, lyceum and other kinds of schools.

HOLIDAYS AND TRADITIONS

Easter in Moldova

Easter is the most important religious holiday in Moldova. Easter is a transitioning holiday and the exact date for it is calculated using the lunar-solar calendar.