Geographic map of Moldova. Where is Transnistria located on the map? In the geographical center of Europe

Moldova or the Republic of Moldova is a parliamentary republic located in the southeast of Europe. A satellite map of Moldova shows that the state borders on Romania and Ukraine. The country occupies an area of ​​33,846 km 2, along which two main rivers flow - the Prut and the Dniester.

On the detailed map Moldova, you can see that the country is divided into 32 regions, 5 municipalities, one autonomous territorial entity - Gagauzia and one autonomous territorial entity with a special status - Transnistria. The Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic, unrecognized by the Moldovan authorities, is located on the territory of Transnistria. This is a zone of military conflict, which they are trying to resolve with the help of peacekeepers. The city of Bender is located on the territory of this district.

Moldova includes 65 cities. The largest cities are Chisinau (the capital), Balti, Tiraspol, Bendery, Rybnitsa and Cahul.

Today Moldova is considered the most poor country Europe. The country's economy is based on agriculture: food products and textiles are exported. Moldova is famous for its wines: there are 174 wineries in the country.

The national currency of the country is the Moldovan leu.

History reference

In 1359, the Moldavian principality was formed. From the 16th to the 18th centuries, the territory of the principality was part of Ottoman Empire. AT late XVIII century as a result Russian-Turkish wars the left bank of the Dniester went to Russian Empire. In 1812, Bessarabia became part of Russia. In the middle of the 19th century, Wallachia and Moldavia united to form Romania.

In 1917, the Moldavian Democratic Republic was established. In 1918, Bessarabia became part of Romania. In 1924, the Moldavian ASSR was formed. In 1940 it was transformed into the MSSR. In 1991, the country gained independence from the USSR.

must visit

The satellite road map of Moldova shows that the main roads connect the largest cities in the country. It is recommended to visit the capital of the country Chisinau and the cities of Tiraspol, Balti and Orhei. To visit the Bendery fortress in the city of Bendery, you will need permission from the border guards.

Among the attractions of Moldova, it is worth noting the wine cellars of Small Milesti and Cricova, medieval monasteries and cities (Old Orhei), as well as balneological resorts, for example, Vadul-lui-Voda, Cahul, Calarasi and Kamenka.

Moldova or the Republic of Moldova is one of the small states of Eastern Europe, which occupies 33,846 km² between Romania and Ukraine. The territory of Moldova is divided into 32 administrative regions, 5 municipalities (large cities that play an important role in various spheres of the country's life) and 2 autonomous territorial entities (Gagauzia and Transnistria). characteristic feature Moldova is a flat area with low hills, highest point- Mount Balanesti 428.2 meters high.

Online map of Moldova This satellite photo high resolution, assembled from a set space pictures into one image.

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The Republic of Moldova has great potential, especially in agriculture, and this is facilitated by several factors:

The climate in the country is temperate continental due to its proximity to the Black Sea and low hills.
The change of seasons takes place without sudden changes in temperature and conditions, the winter is quite mild (on average -4 °C), and the summer is dry and warm (average temperature is +28 °C).
Natural water resources include the Dniester and Prut rivers, and there is also access to the Danube. In addition, there are about 60 lakes on the territory of the country, the largest ones are Beleu, Drachele, Rotunda, Roshu, Bull and Fountain. No less important are 53 reservoirs, the largest is Dubossary, as well as sources of mineral waters - about 200.

This beneficial combination of natural factors contributes to the enrichment of the soil and the development of various types of farming and Agriculture. No wonder Moldovan wines are valued all over the world. Climatic conditions and rich black soil are ideal for viticulture.

The municipalities of Moldova include: Chisinau (capital), Balti, Bendery, Tiraspol, Comrat. Autonomous entities:

The Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic (capital Tiraspol) is self-proclaimed with a population of 600 thousand people, independent executive and legislative bodies, currency, media.
Gagauz Yeri in the south of Moldova with a population of 155 thousand people and the capital Comrat. It also has its own governing bodies and the highest official - the Bashkan.

The Republic of Moldova gained fame, first of all, thanks to unsurpassed wines with a rich bouquet and special conditions for their production. The second reason to visit the country is its history - caves, medieval monasteries and fortresses. Not the last role is played by the richness of natural colors (especially in autumn) and familiarity with the local color.
The number of inhabitants of the republic is about 3.5 million, which characterizes Moldova as one of the rather densely populated countries. The former republic of the USSR, today it is a member of several world organizations (UN, World Trade Organization, etc.)

Transnistria or the Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic is an unrecognized state located within the official borders of Moldova. On the satellite map Transnistria, you can see that the region is part of Moldova as an autonomous territorial entity, the municipalities of Bendery, parts of Novoanensky, Dubossary and Caushansky regions. The area of ​​the PMR is 4,163 sq. km. This area is home to 505,000 people.

The PMR is a presidential republic. The largest cities of Transnistria are Tiraspol (the capital), Bendery, Rybnitsa, Dubossary and Slobodzeya. The region's economy is based on the industry left over from former USSR. The unrecognized status of the republic, as well as mass migration, negatively affect the state of the economy.

Bendery fortress

Brief history of Transnistria

On September 2, 1990, the Pridnestrovian Moldavian SSR was created. On September 27, 1991, the government of the PMSSR adopted the "Declaration of Independence", which recognized the law of 1940 on the creation of the Moldavian SSR and the entry of the territory of Transnistria into it as invalid. On November 5, 1991, in connection with the collapse of the USSR, the PMR was created.

In 2006, a referendum was held in the PMR, in which 97.2% of voters voted in favor of joining the region to Russia. In 2013, the PMR officially adopted the legislation of the Russian Federation. In March 2014, the PMR asked the State Duma of the Russian Federation to adopt a law allowing Pridnestrovie to become part of the Russian Federation.

House of Soviets in Tiraspol

In 1989-1992 there was an armed conflict between Moldova and the PMR. Armed actions were stopped after the entry into the territory of Moldova Russian troops. Currently, security in the region is monitored by the Joint Peacekeeping Forces of Transnistria, Moldova, Russia and military observers from Ukraine. The status of the PMR still remains unapproved.

Novo-Nyametsky Monastery in the village of Kitskany

Sights of Transnistria

On a detailed satellite map of Pridnestrovie, you can see the Yagorlyk nature reserve, the Dubossary hydroelectric power station, the Dniester River, as well as numerous vineyards in the region.

Reserve Yagorlyk

Among the cult sights of the Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic, one can single out the Kitskansky Novo-Nyametsky Monastery in the village. Kitskany, Holy Trinity Church and St. Cayetana in the village Rashkovo, the Transfiguration Cathedral in Bendery and the Cathedral of the Nativity of Christ in Tiraspol.

In Pridnestrovie, it is worth visiting the Tiraspol fortress, the Bendery fortress, the memorial to those who died during the Great Patriotic War in Rybnitsy and Suvorov Square in Tiraspol.


The official name of the country is the Republic of Moldova. This state is located in the South-Eastern region of Europe, has common boundaries with Romania and Ukraine. According to the latest data, the population of the country is more than 3.5 million inhabitants. The capital of Moldova is the city of Chisinau.

Moldova on the world map


Administrative division: the territory of the country is divided into 32 districts, 5 municipalities (Chisinau, Balti, Comrat, Bendery, Tiraspol), Also the country includes 1 autonomous entity called Gagauzia. Municipal capitals are major cities Moldova. On the territory of the country there is an unrecognized state called the Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic. It is not controlled by Chisinau.
The climate in the republic is temperate continental, in winter the average temperature is -3 - 6 degrees, in summer +19 - 22 degrees. Precipitation falls mainly in spring and autumn (about 500 mm per year). It is best to come to Moldova in September or October, because at this time not only the weather is good, but also the harvest is underway, so you can fully appreciate the natural gifts of this country. May to August is also very good time to visit the republic.
To the most major rivers Moldova includes the Dniester, which originates in the Carpathians and flows through the country for 660 km, and the Prut. Also on the territory of the republic flow Reut, Botna, Bull, Ikel, Kogylnik and Yalpug. There are 57 lakes in Moldova, of which the largest are Drachele, Krasnoye, Beleu, Fontan, Rotunda. More than 1,600 artificial reservoirs have been created in the country, including 53 reservoirs and 1,500 ponds (they are used for fishing and irrigation).

Map of Moldova in Russian


The Republic of Moldova has a large number of natural monuments and reserves. The main ones are:
- Kodry - the oldest scientific reserve, where a large number of rare and endangered species of plants, animals and birds are under protection;
- natural monument"Hundred Hills" - located in the valley of the Prut River, 200 km from Chisinau;
- Prutul de Jos is a lake about 2 meters deep, which is the remnant of the Danube. 23 species of plants grow here - the Red Book.
- Padurea Domneasca - the largest scientific reserve in the country;
- The natural monument "The Rapids of the Prut" - a chain of coral reefs with a length of about 200 km.
There are many parks and squares in Chisinau, of which the most interesting are Cathedral, La Izvor Park and its cascade of ponds, Valya Trandafirilor Park, where there is a cascade of lakes and a museum of landscape gardening sculptures, Valya Morilor Park (famous for the Teatrul de Varé theater, as well as for the fact that an offshore zone is located on its territory " Moldexpo"). Photo materials used from Wikimedia © Foto, Wikimedia Commons

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Moldova (Republic of Moldova) is a small state located in the eastern part of Europe. Formerly part of the USSR. Administratively it consists of 32 districts, each of which has an administrative center - the city-residence.

The largest cities: Chisinau, Balti, Bendery, Comrat.

The capital of Moldova is the city of Chisinau.

Borders and area

Land border with Ukraine in the south, north and east and with Romania in the west.

The Republic of Moldova covers an area of ​​33,843 square kilometers.

Moldova map

Timezone

Population

3,564,000 people.

Language

The official language is Moldovan.

Religion

More than 90% of the population of Moldova are Orthodox, about 0.15% are Old Believers.

Finance

The official currency is the Moldovan leu.

Medical care and insurance

Emergency assistance is free. Before visiting, it is recommended to purchase international health insurance.

Mains voltage

220 volt. Frequency 50 Hz.

International dialing code

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