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Romania

Romania is a state in Balkans and Greece (Europe) that has existed since 1989 CE. Its people spoke Latin and Romance languages (Latin, Italic, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Romanian).

A democracy since the revolution of 1989, Romania joined NATO in 2004 and the EU in 2007.

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Facts

Dates
1989 CE to the present
Duration
36 years
Type
State
Region
Balkans and Greece, Europe
Language family
Latin and Romance
Capital
Bucharest

Came from

Events in Europe during its time

Neighbours in Europe

Elsewhere in the world at the same time

Questions

When did Romania exist?

1989 CE to the present, about 36 years.

Where was Romania?

Balkans and Greece, in Europe. Its capital was Bucharest.

What language did Romania speak?

Latin and Romance. This family includes Latin, Italic, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Romanian.

What came before Romania?

Communist Romania.