Romania
Romania
People: Romanian
Romania is located in Southeast Europe and has a population of around 19 million. Its capital city is Bucharest, and the most widely spoken official language is Romanian.
Romania — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Romania |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Bucharest |
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Southeast Europe |
| Population | 19,036,031 |
| Area | 238,391 km² |
| Currency | Romanian leu (RON) lei |
| Official Language | Romanian |
| Dialling Code | +40 |
| Internet TLD | .ro |
| Timezone | UTC+02:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 |
| ISO Code | RO / ROU |
| Borders | Bulgaria, Hungary, Moldova, Serbia, Ukraine |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Romania
What is the capital of Romania?
The capital of Romania is Bucharest.
What currency does Romania use?
Romania uses the Romanian leu (RON, symbol: lei).
What language do they speak in Romania?
The official language of Romania is Romanian.
What is the dialling code for Romania?
The international dialling code for Romania is +40.
What side of the road does Romania drive on?
Romania drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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