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.
Officially name: The Republic of Moldova
Capital: Chişinău
Largest city: Chişinău
Official language: Moldovan (Romanian)
Government: Parliamentary republic
Among the religious holiday in the Western tradition Christmas can be safely given the top priority. But in Moldova the situation is slightly different, and the main religious holiday here is usually considered to be Easter.