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Population

Moldova is a multiethnic country. A breakdown of major ethnic groups is as follows: Moldovans, 64,5%; Ukrainians, 13,8 %; Russians, 13 %; and others (Gagauzians, Bulgarians, Jews, Byelorussians, etc.).

A high ratio of the population lives in the rural areas. The urban population represents 45%. The major cities of Moldova include the capital city, Chisinau (over 663,000 people); Balti (143,200); Cahul (40,300); Hincesti (16,800); Orhei (33,100); Soroca (37,200); Ungheni (37,800); and Comrat (25,000).

The People of Moldova

Moldovan people are friendly, open, hospitable, and speak multiple languages, including Romanian and Russian*. They love to chat, receive guests, and prepare delicious food. Because mass tourism has not yet reached the country, Moldovans still keep their identity and culture, especially in the villages where life is just as it was centuries ago: simple and spiritual.

* Not all Russian-Moldovans who came from mainland Russia speak Romanian.

(Source: Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Moldova - turism.md)