Moldova is a Country in the MoriAtlas geographic dataset. It is used as a structured place record for organizing nearby regions, countries, and protected-area discovery, and where relevant it can also act as part of the broader geographic area of Europe.

How large and how populated is Moldova?

Moldova covers approximately 33,843 square kilometers and has an available population figure of 2,381,325, recorded for 2,025. Taken together, these numbers give a much better sense of the location’s real scale than either figure would on its own.

Which countries or regions are associated with Moldova?

Moldova is associated with the following country or countries: Moldova. Where more detailed internal geography is available, it is also associated with the following region or regions: Călărași District, Criuleni District, Orhei District, Strășeni District. This helps show whether the location is narrowly bounded or connected to a wider network of places.

What are the official and native names of Moldova?

The official name of Moldova is Republic of Moldova, and its native name is Republica Moldova. These naming forms add useful legal, linguistic, and local context beyond the shorter common name used in English interfaces.

What language and time zone information is associated with Moldova?

Moldova is associated with the following language codes: ro, and with the time zone Europe/Chisinau. These are practical metadata points that help the place profile work better across localization, search, and international geographic browsing.

What are the main country facts for Moldova?

For Moldova, the capital is Chișinău, the largest city is Chișinău, and the associated currency code is MDL. Together, these facts provide a quick practical snapshot of the country beyond its place on the map.

What codes identify Moldova in geographic datasets?

Moldova is identified by the ISO code MD and the country code MD. These standard identifiers are especially useful when connecting MoriAtlas place records to other structured geographic or statistical systems.

Which regions are associated with Moldova?

Moldova is associated with the following region or regions: Călărași District, Criuleni District, Orhei District, Strășeni District. This is useful for moving from a country-level overview into more detailed regional park discovery.

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Moldova is a landlocked Eastern European country with a population of approximately 2.4 million people. Once part of the Principality of Moldavia and later the Soviet Union, it gained independence in 1991. The country is predominantly agricultural with a parliamentary republic government system, and its capital Chișinău serves as the main cultural and commercial center.

Moldova is a unitary parliamentary republic located in Eastern Europe between Romania and Ukraine. The country has a rich historical background dating back to the Principality of Moldavia in the 14th century. Following centuries of Ottoman, Russian, and Soviet rule, Moldova declared independence in 1991. The nation maintains strong cultural ties to Romania, with Romanian as the official language. Moldova's economy is primarily agricultural, known for its wine production and farmland. The country faces the ongoing Transnistria dispute, an unrecognized breakaway state along the Dniester River.

Largest city:Chișinău

Currency code:MDL

ISO code:MD

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Capital

Chișinău

Area

33,843 km²

Population

2,381,325 (2,025)

Coastal

Island

Mountainous

Landlocked

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Discover the network of national parks and protected areas within the Republic of Moldova. This atlas-style view provides a structured overview of Moldova's conservation landscapes, offering insights into the country's unique geography and protected natural heritage. Navigate through detailed park entries to understand the regional context and ecological significance of protected areas across Eastern Europe.

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National parkOrhei District

Orhei National Park: Explore Moldova's Inaugural National Park Landscape

Mapped protected boundaries and regional geography in Orhei District.

As Moldova's first national park, Orhei National Park offers a rich exploration of the Codri region's characteristic hilly terrain and extensive deciduous forests. Situated within Orhei District, this protected area encompasses the meandering Răut River valley and notable landscape reserves. Its designation highlights a crucial commitment to preserving both the natural beauty and the significant cultural heritage, including the UNESCO candidate site of Old Orhei, making it a key destination for understanding Moldova's protected lands and regional geography.

Area: 337.92 km²
Established: 2013
IUCN: II
Relief: Highland

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Moldova geography and landscape

Moldova is situated in Eastern Europe, landlocked between Romania to the west and Ukraine to the north, east, and south. The terrain consists mostly of plains and gentle hills, with the Dniester River being the major waterway. The country lies in the Prut and Dniester river basins and has fertile agricultural soils.

Moldova nature and environment

Moldova features predominantly agricultural landscapes with forest-steppe ecosystems. Woodlands cover approximately 10% of the territory, primarily in the central and northern regions. The country has several protected areas and nature reserves, though much of the land is cultivated for agriculture.

Moldova climate and seasonal conditions

Moldova has a moderate continental climate with warm summers and relatively cold winters. Average temperatures range from -4°C in January to 20°C in July. Annual precipitation averages around 500-550mm, with the wettest period in early summer.

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