Border crossing

Leaving Ukraine for Moldova. There was a long line of cars to enter Moldova. Our tour group had a letter stating we were a visiting orchestra with an appointment to play for the President of Moldova. This allowed us to bypass the the long line and avoid having to bribe the border guards.

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My Moldova

April 3rd 2005
I came here not knowing what to expect. One night, walking past the Presidential Palace, I was shaken down by a policeman. The excuse was that we didn't have our passports and visas with us. Anyways, $5 USD cleared up the situation. ... read more

Europe » Moldova

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

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