Moldova

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Overview of Moldavia

Officially name: The Republic of Moldova

Capital: Chişinău

Largest city: Chişinău

Official language: Moldovan (Romanian)

Government: Parliamentary republic

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Population in Moldova

The Republic of Moldova is one of the most densely populated European countries. Its population grew from 3 million in 1961 to nearly 4.3 million in 1995. Population density increased, respectively, from 88 to 129 persons per square kilometre.

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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).