European Geography Country Project
Alondra Martinez Periond:6 Mr. Keefer
Introduction
Romania
Capital Bucharest
Major Language is Romania
Location of Romania is in southeastern Europe, boarding the Black Sea, between Bulgaria and Ukraine
Population of Romania is 21,729,871
Average age is 39.8 years and life expectancy is 74.69 years
Geography
3 Major landforms are Carpathian mountains, Transylvanian Alps, and Moldavan Plateau
3 Major architectural and Geographical landmarks are Aviancis winery building, Ciuj Arena,and free form buildings in Romania
3 Major bodies of water are the Mures, Prut, and Olt
3 Major Cities Bucharest, Timisoara, Cluj- Wapoca
Climate
General seasonal weather conditions are cold, cloudy with frequent snow and fog: sunny summers with frequent showers and thunderstorms.
Average yearly Rainfall is 675mm of yearly rainfall
Average Temperature summers 29°C(84.2°F) with temperatures over 35°C(95°F) not unknown in the lower lying areas of the country.
Effect that climate has on country is tourism because of the cool weather and Beaches.
Culture
Government is Republic
Religions are Eastern Orthodox 81.9, Protestant 6.4, Roman Catholic 4.3
Food: Muschi poiana, Zama, Tocanita
Top 3 holidays in Romania are Christmas, National Day, and New Years
Major sports in Romania are football, tennis, and rugby
Interesting Facts
Native Animals in Romania are wild bear, brown bear, and chamois
Story Behind Flag Yellow- a symbol of generosity Red- hardiness, bravery, strength, and valour Blue- vigilance, truth, and loyalty
Mode of transportation Buses, trams and trolley buses, subways, taxi, personal or rent-a-car, and train