When was Chisinau built?

1436
Founded in 1436 as a monastery village, the city was part of the Principality of Moldavia (which, starting with the 16th century became a vassal state of the Ottoman Empire, but still retaining its autonomy). At the beginning of the 19th century Chișinău was a small town of 7,000 inhabitants.

What country is Chisinau in?

Moldova
Moldova, country lying in the northeastern corner of the Balkan region of Europe. Its capital city is Chișinău, located in the south-central part of the country.

What language is spoken in Chisinau Moldova?

Romanian
Most inhabitants of Chisinau speak both Russian and Romanian. In Chisinau, quite often the shopkeepers and business people use the Russian language among themselves and with foreigners.

Do they speak English in Moldova?

Like many capitals around the world, English is widely spoken in Chisinau, Moldova. But as you venture to other regions of Moldova, most people speak just Romanian or Russian or both.

What language is spoken in Moldova?

Moldova/Official languages

Which country has the capital city Chisinau?

Chisinau is the capital of Moldova. It is the largest city of the country and its political, administrative, economical and cultural centre. The name Chisinau comes from Romanian word ” chisla noua ” which reffers to a spring on the corner of Pushkin and Albisoara streets around which the original city was built .

What country in Europe has the capital of Chisinau?

Chisinau, the multi-faced capital of Moldova Republic of Moldova, landlocked between Romania and Ukraine in East-Europe, is one of the least visited countries in Europe. Despite the rather undeveloped tourism, the country has a lot to offer for international guests, and it’s holding secrets like worlds largest wine cellars.

What does Chisinau mean?

Chisinau (prop. n.) The capital city of Moldova. Population (2000) = 676,700. The capital city and a municipality of Moldova. Chișinău is the capital and largest city of Moldova. It is its main industrial and commercial centre, in the middle of the country, on the river Bîc.