Tighina Fortress

Moldova - Transnistria

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December 27th 2022
The country that does not exist was another of our planned trip highlights. This is my first time to go to an area of dispute, but I was not at all nervous. I honestly had no idea what to expect! We had a great guide and driver, and our group was pretty cool. We had to make sure to bring our passports, but were quickly through the border control point where Russian soldiers man the offices. The ... read more

Europe » Moldova » Transnistria

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Formerly part of Romania, Moldova was incorporated into the Soviet Union at the close of World War II. Although independent from the USSR since 1991, Russian forces have remained on Moldovan territory east of the Dniester River supporting the Slavic ... ... read more