Welcome to Moldova

- a hidden gem nestled between Romania and Ukraine, where rolling vineyards meet charming villages and ancient monasteries whisper stories of the past.
Discover the warmth of its people, the richness of its wine culture, and the tranquility of unspoiled countryside.
​Whether you're sipping world-class wines in underground cellars or exploring cobblestone streets in historic towns, Moldova invites you to experience authentic beauty, serenity, and a taste of tradition untouched by time.

• Capital of Moldova: Chisinau
• Population of Moldova: 2.7 million - 31st in Europe
• Size of Moldova: 33,846 km2 - 32nd in Europe
• Languages in Moldova: Romanian and Russian

9 Highlights

1. Orheiul Vechi, an ancient archaeological complex carved into limestone cliffs, features cave monasteries, medieval ruins, and sweeping views over the Raut River valley just an hour from Chisinau
2. The Milestii Mici wine cellar, recognized by Guinness World Records as the world’s largest wine collection, stores nearly two million bottles in 200 kilometers of underground limestone tunnels
3. Chisinau’s Cathedral Park, centered around the neoclassical Nativity Cathedral and its freestanding bell tower, is a leafy retreat in the heart of the capital and a popular spot for local gatherings
4. The Tipova Monastery, located along the Dniester River, is a remote cave monastery carved into a cliffside, with cells and chapels dating back to the 10th century and dramatic views over the surrounding gorge
5. Cricova Winery, just north of Chisinau, offers guided tours through its sprawling underground wine city, complete with marble tasting halls, Soviet-era history, and a collection visited by world leaders
6. The Soroca Fortress, a 15th-century stone fort on the Dniester River, was built by Stephen the Great to defend against Ottoman incursions and remains a well-preserved example of Moldovan military architecture
7. The Capriana Monastery, one of the oldest in Moldova, was once a royal monastery under Stephen the Great and features traditional Moldovan ecclesiastical architecture set in a forested landscape
8. Gagauzia, an autonomous region in southern Moldova, is home to the Turkic-speaking Gagauz people and offers visitors a chance to explore a distinct culture, cuisine, and Orthodox traditions in towns like Comrat and Ceadîr-Lunga
9. The Purcari Winery, established in 1827 and known for its French-style château, produces Moldova’s award-winning Negru de Purcari and offers tastings, vineyard tours, and elegant accommodations near the Ukrainian border

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Host Cities

Chisinau in GM90

Tiraspol in GM232

26

Participations

13

Finals

5

Top 10 results

141

Highest score

Top results

01
Pasha Parfeny
Dorule

01
Misha Miller & Sasha Lopez
​Mahala

04
Crazy Loop
​Love Maria

08
Boris Covali
Runaways

08
Lina
We've got a problem

13
Dan Balan feat. Tany Vander & Brasco
Lendo calendo

15
Nelly Ciobanu
I love you

16
Radu
Whap-pa

19
DJ Layla feat. Malina Tanase
​Just call me to say

23
Inesa Stratulat
If I

24
Pasha Parfeny & Nona Marian
Pina cind copii dorm

25
AKORD
​Devochka dojdi

26
Alexa & Moldstars
Sing your song

00
O-Zone
​Dragostea din tei

00
Tatiana Heghea
​A brighter day

The entries

05. Lina / We've got a problem / 8th / 58 points
06. Inesa Stratulat / If I / 23rd / 16 points
07. Alexa & Moldstars / Sing your song / 26th / 24 points
08. Radu / Whap-pa / 16th / 43 points
09. Anna Lesko / Pentru tine / DNQ
10. Lucia Dumitrescu / I believe / DNQ
11. Olga Ciolacu / Mai / DNQ
12. Catalina Toma / Why my Lord / DNQ
15. Natalia Barbu / Ingerul meu / DNF
69. Nelly Ciobanu / I love you / 15th / 91 points

72. O-Zone / Dragostea din tei / DNQ
79. Dan Balan / Freedom / WD
89. Pasha Parfeny / Dorule / 1st / 141 points
90. Pasha Parfeny & Nona Marian / Pina cind copii dorm / 24th / 37 points
96. Dan Balan feat. Tany Vander & Brasco / Lendo calendo / 13th / 91 points
114. Cristina Croitoru & Karizma / Never fall again / DNQ
115. Boris Covali / Runaways / 8th / 108 points
116. Tatiana Heghea / A brighter day / DNQ
184. DJ Layla feat. Malina Tanase / ​Just call me to say / 19th / ​59 points
185. Constantinova & Synops / ​Dimension / DNQ

Pasha Parfeny / Winner

Misha Miller / Winner

Sasha Lopez / Winner

Dan Balan / 4th place

187. Nicoleta Nuca / ​Tot mai rar / DNF
230. Misha Miller / ​Deja vu / DNQ
231. Misha Miller & Sasha Lopez / ​Mahala / 1st / ​121 points
232. Crazy Loop / ​Love Maria / 4th / ​106 points
233. AKORD / ​Devochka dojdi / 25th / ​38 points
234. Iuliana Beregoi / ​Universuri paralele / DNQ
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Moldova on Spotify

Former players:

05-15 Sebastian
69 Giovanni
72 Izmir
79 Giovanni (2)
89-90 Gijsbert

96 Alexander
114-116 Vasco
184-187 Francesco
230-231 Nicole
232-234 Gretchen