Romania cities list with latitude and longitude in CSV,SQL,XML,JSON formats
Last update : 10 December 2024.
This is the best list of 12420 cities in the Romania available in 4 formats ( CSV, Json, SQL, XML ). We have cleaned up the Geoname database to leave only the towns, capitals and villages. All are all associated with regions and sub-regions (where available).
Each file contains the following data: Geoname_ID, City, Alternate_Name, Country_Code, Region, Sub_region, Latitude, Longitude, Elevation, Population, Timezone, Fcode_Name. See the FAQ below for a detailed explanation.
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Geoname_ID | City | Alternate_Name | Country_Code | Region | Sub_region | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Population | Timezone | Fcode_Name |
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674346 | Lunca Zaicii | RO | Caraș-Severin | Comuna Cornereva | 45.08623 | 22.45895 | 88 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
7283138 | Venus | RO | Constanța | Municipiul Mangalia | 43.84643 | 28.59604 | 0 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
670096 | Poiana Cârnului | Poiana Carnului,Poiana Cirnului,Poiana Cârnului,Poiana Cîrnului | RO | Neamț | Oraş Bicaz | 46.95 | 26.11667 | 0 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
667222 | Sighiștel | RO | Bihor | Comuna Câmpani | 46.52004 | 22.544 | 418 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
680942 | Copăceana | Copaceana,Copaceanca,Copaceanu,Copăceana,Copăceanca,Copăceanu | RO | Vaslui | Comuna Fălciu | 46.35517 | 28.06343 | 687 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
683712 | Bretea | RO | Bistrița-Năsăud | Comuna Şieu-Odorhei | 47.12431 | 24.24324 | 281 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
682030 | Chiroiu-Satu Nou | Chiroiu Nou,Chiroiu Satu Nou,Chiroiu Satul-Nou | RO | Ialomița | Comuna Drăgoeşti | 44.59425 | 26.49144 | 28 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
665825 | Suduleni | RO | Dâmbovița | Comuna Voineşti | 45.05078 | 25.28213 | 780 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
679138 | Dolheștii-Mari | Dolhesti,Dolhesti Mari,Dolhestii Mari,Dolheştii Mari | RO | Suceava | Comuna Dolheşti | 47.4502 | 26.51326 | 2024 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
662699 | Vişeu de Sus | Felsoviso,Felsövisó,Visauel-de-Sus,Visaul-de-Sus,Viseu,Viseu de Sus,Viseul,Viseul de Sus,Visuel de-Sus,Vişeu,Vişeu de Sus,Vişeul,Vişeul de Sus,Vişuel de-Sus,Vişăuel-de-Sus,Vişăul-de-Sus | RO | Maramureş | Oraş Vişeu De Sus | 47.71667 | 24.43333 | 16938 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
671928 | Ohaba | RO | Brașov | Comuna Şinca Veche | 45.76574 | 25.15203 | 332 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
675089 | Lăcustenii de Sus | Biserica,Lacustenii de Sus,Lăcustenii de Sus | RO | Vâlcea | Comuna Lăcusteni | 44.73214 | 23.88728 | 332 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
670174 | Pogănești | RO | Vaslui | Comuna Stănileşti | 46.69237 | 28.16779 | 1129 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
670889 | Piatra Neamţ | Karacsonko,Karácsonkő,Piatra Neamt,Piatra Neamţ,Piatra Neamț,Piatra-Neamt | RO | Neamț | Municipiul Piatra-Neamţ | 46.91667 | 26.33333 | 102688 | Europe/Bucharest | seat of a first-order administrative division | |
669697 | Predești | RO | Prahova | Comuna Tinosu | 44.80363 | 25.9952 | 657 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
670629 | Piscu Reghiului | Piscu Reghiului,Valea Boului | RO | Vrancea | Comuna Reghiu | 45.79395 | 26.80888 | 50 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
674764 | Linia Costii | Linia Costei,Linia Costii | RO | Teleorman | Comuna Talpa | 44.27789 | 25.3135 | 263 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
679897 | Curtișoara | RO | Gorj | Oraş Bumbeşti-Jiu | 45.10419 | 23.36092 | 770 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
684073 | Botești | RO | Alba | Oraş Zlatna | 46.1809 | 23.1509 | 113 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
676555 | Gura Călmățui | Gura Calmatui,Gura Călmăţui,Gura-Calmatuiului,Gura-Călmăţuiului | RO | Brăila | Comuna Berteştii de Jos | 44.81882 | 27.783 | 376 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
672762 | Motorăști | Motorasti,Motorestii,Motoreştii,Motorăşti | RO | Alba | Oraş Câmpeni | 46.37719 | 23.04273 | 108 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
675521 | Iosa | RO | Gorj | Comuna Plopşoru | 44.76667 | 23.4 | 0 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
677450 | Gherăşeşti | Gherasesti,Gherasestii,Gherăsestii,Gherăşeşti | RO | Arges | Comuna Uda | 44.86667 | 24.55 | 0 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
684440 | Boereşti | RO | Arges | Comuna Suseni | 44.7 | 24.93333 | 0 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
665710 | Susag | RO | Arad | Comuna Craiva | 46.61102 | 21.91606 | 512 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
678232 | Fânaţe | Fanata,Fanate,Finate,Fonacza,Fonohaza,Fonokismezo,Fonokismezos,Fonácza,Fonóháza,Fonókismező,Fonókismezős,Funacza,Funácza,Fânaţe,Fânaţă,Fînaţe | RO | Bihor | Comuna Câmpani | 46.5 | 22.53333 | 0 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
666751 | Slătioara | RO | Suceava | Comuna Râşca | 47.37919 | 26.11722 | 795 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
663831 | Valea Cireșului | Alexandru Lahovari,Lahovari,Valea Ciresului,Valea Cireşului | RO | Teleorman | Comuna Botoroaga | 44.16699 | 25.56437 | 2108 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
677762 | Furduică | RO | Cluj | Comuna Mociu | 46.8 | 24.03333 | 0 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
671706 | Orlea Nouă | RO | Olt | Comuna Orlea | 43.75522 | 24.35834 | 1047 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
668259 | Saha | RO | Suceava | Comuna Dorneşti | 47.86667 | 26.01667 | 0 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
682424 | Cenaloș | Cenalos,Cenaloş,Csanalos,Csanálos,Urziceni,Urziceni-Padure,Urziceni-Pădure | RO | Bihor | Comuna Sâniob | 47.24426 | 22.15779 | 304 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
685808 | Băiașa | RO | Vâlcea | Comuna Roeşti | 44.91667 | 24.08333 | 165 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
669632 | Pripoara | RO | Vâlcea | Comuna Muereasca | 45.19725 | 24.28822 | 85 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
685045 | Beregsău Mic | Beregsau Mic,Beregsaul Mic,Beregsău Mic,Beregsăul Mic,Berekszonemeti,Berekszónémeti,Klein-Beregsau,Kleinbergsau,Nemethi,Nemeti,Némethi,Németi | RO | Timiș | Comuna Săcălaz | 45.75152 | 20.97834 | 788 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
681067 | Colonia Şase Martie | Colonia 6 Martie,Colonia Rogifer,Colonia Sase Martie,Colonia Şase Martie | RO | Brașov | Oraş Zãrneşti | 45.56667 | 25.36667 | 0 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
666462 | Someș-Uileac | RO | Maramureş | Oraş Ulmeni | 47.45918 | 23.22755 | 967 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
673504 | Meteu | RO | Dolj | Comuna Brădeşti | 44.53921 | 23.62818 | 106 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
666995 | Sânmartinu Sârbesc | Racz-Szent-Marton,Rácz-Szent-Márton,Sanmartinu Sarbesc,Sanmartinul-Sarbesc,Sinmartinu Sirbesc,Sinmartinul Sirbesc,Szentmarton,Szentmárton,Szerbszentmarton,Szerbszentmárton,Sânmartinu Sârbesc,Sânmartinul-Sârbesc,Sînmartinu Sîrbesc,Sînmartinul Sîrbesc | RO | Timiș | Comuna Peciu Nou | 45.60578 | 20.95907 | 968 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
665409 | Tău | RO | Mureș | Oraş Ungheni | 46.41667 | 24.45 | 0 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
685656 | Bălceşti | RO | Vâlcea | Comuna Nicolae Bãlcescu | 44.98333 | 24.43333 | 0 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
666135 | Stânca | RO | Iași | Comuna Comarna | 47.06726 | 27.80697 | 160 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
674332 | Luncușoara | RO | Suceava | Comuna Udeşti | 47.59624 | 26.35947 | 554 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
668802 | Roandola | RO | Sibiu | Comuna Laslea | 46.16326 | 24.61582 | 205 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
667830 | Satu Nou | Satu Nou,Satul Nou | RO | Bacău | Comuna Urecheşti | 46.12771 | 27.03115 | 423 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
677268 | Gâlmeia | RO | Prahova | Comuna Plopu | 45.03583 | 26.10043 | 244 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
664615 | Tria | Terje,Tria | RO | Bihor | Comuna Derna | 47.23342 | 22.26581 | 514 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
678229 | Fânațe | Fekete | RO | Mureș | Comuna Band | 46.63333 | 24.33333 | 304 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
685235 | Baziaș | Bazias,Baziaş,Bazjas,Bazjaš,Brazias,Braziaş | RO | Caraș-Severin | Comuna Socol | 44.81594 | 21.38959 | 51 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
681050 | Coltești | RO | Vâlcea | Comuna Alunu | 44.98272 | 23.83011 | 438 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
670175 | Pogănești | Heidendorf,Paganyesd,Poganesd,Poganesti,Poganyesd,Poganyosd,Pogányosd,Pogănești | RO | Hunedoara | Comuna Zam | 46.0604 | 22.46018 | 108 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
667577 | Scrada | RO | Gorj | Berleşti | 44.88591 | 23.65606 | 329 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
681539 | Cârnecea | Carnecea,Cirnecea,Cîrnecea,Karneca,Karneča | RO | Caraș-Severin | Comuna Ticvaniu Mare | 45.20099 | 21.635 | 422 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
664276 | Uncești | Uncesti,Uncestii,Unceşti,Unceştii | RO | Suceava | Comuna Buneşti | 47.52813 | 26.32341 | 697 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
665093 | Tâmbureşti | Tamburesti,Timburesti,Tâmbureşti,Tîmbureşti | RO | Dolj | Comuna Rojişte | 44.0264 | 23.93646 | 0 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
678794 | Duculești | RO | Gorj | Comuna Samarineşti | 44.79119 | 23.0439 | 126 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
672535 | Naipu | Naipu,Naipul | RO | Giurgiu | Comuna Ghimpaţi | 44.15187 | 25.76175 | 1923 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
669777 | Poșta Veche | RO | Mehedinți | Comuna Stângăceaua | 44.59585 | 23.32598 | 71 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
675011 | Lăsău | RO | Hunedoara | Comuna Lãpugiu De Jos | 45.91866 | 22.49582 | 203 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
674157 | Măgura | RO | Gorj | Comuna Bumbeşti-Piţic | 45.11667 | 23.75 | 0 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
679458 | Desnățui | RO | Dolj | Comuna Vela | 44.26979 | 23.37257 | 32 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
680963 | Constanţa | CND,Constanca,Constancia,Constanta,Constantia,Constantza,Constanza,Constança,Constanţa,Constanța,Costansa,Costanza,Kanstanca,Kjustendzha,Koestence,Konstanca,Konstancae,Konstanco,Konstansa,Konstantsa,Konstantza,Konstanza,Kuestence,Kustenja,Kustenje,Kustenji,Kyustendja,Köstence,Küstence,Küstenja,Tomis,kang si tan cha,khxn s tan sa,konseutancha,konstantsa,konsutantsua,kwnstansa,kwnstantsa,qwnstnzh,Κωνστάντζα,Канстанца,Константса,Констанцæ,Констанца,Кюстенджа,Կոնստանցա,קונסטנצה,كونستانتسا,کونستانتسا,کونستانسا,कोन्स्तांत्सा,คอนสตันซา,კონსტანცა,コンスタンツァ,康斯坦察,콘스탄차 | RO | Constanța | Municipiul Constanţa | 44.18073 | 28.63432 | 317832 | Europe/Bucharest | seat of a first-order administrative division | |
679872 | Cutca | RO | Cluj | Comuna Sânmărtin | 47.03193 | 24.07928 | 576 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
671329 | Părâu Iovului | Parau Iovului,Pariu Iovului,Părâu Iovului,Părîu Iovului | RO | Alba | Municipiul Alba Iulia | 46.1 | 23.58333 | 0 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
670506 | Pleșești | Plesesti,Plesesti-Centru,Pleşeşti,Pleşeşti-Centru | RO | Suceava | Comuna Vultureşti | 47.52224 | 26.38152 | 704 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
667392 | Șendrulești | RO | Arges | Comuna Cepari | 45.20996 | 24.54503 | 206 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
680662 | Coșarii | Chizdia,Cosarii,Coşarii,Kisdia,Kisgye,Kiszdia,Kizdia | RO | Timiș | Comuna Brestovăţ | 45.92774 | 21.73531 | 259 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
669569 | Progresul | Progresul,Putreda | RO | Botoșani | Municipiul Dorohoi | 48.00492 | 26.46638 | 286 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
663973 | Vaida | RO | Bihor | Comuna Roşiori | 47.25279 | 21.99477 | 598 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
675768 | Icland | Icland,Ikland,Iklànd | RO | Mureș | Comuna Ernei | 46.61197 | 24.69338 | 318 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
677549 | Geamăna | RO | Arges | Comuna Bradu | 44.82005 | 24.89109 | 1306 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
670065 | Poiana Mănăstirii | Poiana Manastirii,Poiana Minastirei,Poiana Mînăstirei,Poiana Mănăstirii | RO | Iași | Comuna Ţibana | 46.98569 | 27.35693 | 444 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
678930 | Drăgolești | Dragoesti,Dragoestii,Dragolesti,Drăgoeşti,Drăgoeştii,Drăgoleşti | RO | Arges | Comuna Cotmeana | 45.04174 | 24.60694 | 70 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
10941939 | Făncica | Erfancsika,Érfancsika | RO | Bihor | Comuna Abrămuţ | 47.32381 | 22.23266 | 339 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
680877 | Corbii din Vale | Corbii,Corbii din Vale | RO | Vâlcea | Comuna Nicolae Bãlcescu | 44.99219 | 24.46357 | 377 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
685069 | Berchezoaia | RO | Maramureş | Comuna Remetea Chioarului | 47.49842 | 23.53844 | 541 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
683123 | Buzău | Bodzavasar,Bodzavásár,Bouzaou,Buzau,Buzehu,Buzeu,Buzuu,Buzyu,Buzău,bu ze wu,bujeou,buzau,bwzaw,bwzayw,Μπουζάου,Бузау,Бузеу,Бузъу,Бузыу,Бузэу,בוזאו,بوزاؤ,بوزائو,بوزاو,ブザウ,布澤烏,부저우 | RO | Buzău | Municipiul Buzău | 45.15 | 26.83333 | 130954 | Europe/Bucharest | seat of a first-order administrative division | |
671903 | Oiejdea | Oiejdea,Oiesdea,Oieşdea | RO | Alba | Comuna Galda de Jos | 46.15798 | 23.63399 | 886 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
671920 | Ohaba de sub Munte | RO | Hunedoara | Comuna Râu de Mori | 45.48333 | 22.85 | 0 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
677953 | Frăsinet | Frasinet,Frasinetu,Frăsinet | RO | Buzău | Comuna Calvini | 45.23713 | 26.29266 | 165 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
666282 | Stănislăveşti | RO | Olt | Comuna Icoana | 44.45 | 24.68333 | 0 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
862890 | Dâlma | RO | Mehedinți | Comuna Izvoru Bârzii | 44.76806 | 22.57389 | 0 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
679854 | Cuza Vodă | Cuza Voda,Cuza Vodă,Parlita,Pirlita,Pârlita,Pîrlita | RO | Brăila | Comuna Stăncuţa | 44.92513 | 27.73273 | 1558 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
682494 | Căzănești | RO | Vaslui | Oraş Negreşti | 46.8662 | 27.5018 | 432 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
667893 | Satnoeni | RO | Călărași | Comuna Dichiseni | 44.23316 | 27.55107 | 574 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
10861117 | Valea Cerbului | RO | Alba | Comuna Bucium | 46.24 | 23.11755 | 59 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
666891 | Sântu | Mezoszentandras,Mezöszentandràs,Santul,Sintu,Sântul,Sîntu | RO | Mureș | Comuna Lunca | 46.80134 | 24.60358 | 460 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
670823 | Pietroiu | RO | Brăila | Comuna Vădeni | 45.32058 | 27.88225 | 623 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
676983 | Gogoiu | Gogoii,Gogoiu | RO | Vrancea | Comuna Răcoasa | 45.9993 | 26.84162 | 241 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
684125 | Borzia | Borza,Borzia | RO | Mureș | Comuna Răstoliţa | 46.97012 | 24.93407 | 85 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
664750 | Topliţa | Marosheviz,Maroshéviz,Topita,Topiţa | RO | Harghita | Municipiul Topliţa | 46.9243 | 25.3519 | 0 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
686429 | Altringen | Altringen,Kisrekas,Kisrékas,Rekeshely | RO | Timiș | Comuna Bogda | 45.98241 | 21.55495 | 37 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
679696 | Deag | RO | Mureș | Oraş Iernut | 46.38918 | 24.1922 | 496 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
666322 | Stanca | RO | Brăila | Comuna Stăncuţa | 44.87687 | 27.81832 | 394 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
672313 | Nenciulești | RO | Vâlcea | Comuna Tetoiu | 44.8211 | 23.91688 | 482 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
676366 | Haldea | RO | Hunedoara | Comuna Crişcior | 46.11667 | 22.86667 | 0 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | ||
672631 | Mureni | Mureni,Sidrias,Sidriaş | RO | Mureș | Comuna Vânători | 46.23041 | 24.98921 | 409 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
675916 | Hunedoara Timișană | Hunedoara-Timisana,Hunedoara-Timişană,Nemetsag,Németság,Segentau | RO | Arad | Comuna Şagu | 46.03125 | 21.3211 | 230 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
682200 | Chepeţ | Chepet,Chepeţ,Kopecz,Köpecz | RO | Brașov | Comuna Ormeniş | 46.03333 | 25.56667 | 0 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place | |
685967 | Băbiciu Moştenesc | Babiciu Mostenesc,Babiciul-Mostenesc,Băbiciu Moştenesc,Băbiciul-Moştenesc | RO | Olt | Comuna Gostavăţu | 44.05 | 24.55 | 0 | Europe/Bucharest | populated place |
Exploring Romania: A Geographical Study
Romania, a country located at the crossroads of Central, Eastern, and Southeastern Europe, offers an intriguing and diverse geographical landscape. With its rich history, varied topography, and unique positioning between the Black Sea and the Carpathian Mountains, Romania is a fascinating subject for geographical analysis. Understanding the layout of its cities, regions, and departments, along with their precise geographical coordinates, can provide valuable insights into how the natural environment has influenced the country's development, economy, and culture.
The Geography of Romania: A Country of Contrasts
Romania is a country of remarkable geographical diversity, with terrain ranging from vast plains to rugged mountains, and from dense forests to expansive rivers. To the north, the Carpathian Mountains dominate the landscape, serving as a natural barrier that divides the country into several distinct regions. The Carpathians, including the Transylvanian Alps, create a beautiful but challenging terrain that has shaped historical trade routes, settlement patterns, and agricultural practices.
The southern part of Romania is characterized by the Wallachian Plain, a flat area that has been the heart of Romanian agriculture for centuries. This region is traversed by the Danube River, which forms part of Romania's southern border and is crucial for transportation, trade, and irrigation. The fertile plains around the river have made the region one of the most agriculturally productive in Europe.
In contrast, the eastern part of Romania is defined by the Black Sea coastline, with its beautiful beaches and vital ports, such as Constanța. The coastal region serves as a gateway for trade and tourism, making it an integral part of Romania’s economy. The diverse climates—ranging from temperate continental in the interior to maritime in the coastal region—further contribute to the country's distinct regional characteristics.
Regions and Cities of Romania: Urbanization Amidst Natural Beauty
Romania is administratively divided into 41 counties (județe) and the capital city of Bucharest, which serves as a separate administrative unit. Each county is further divided into communes and cities, creating a detailed system of regional governance. The urbanization of Romania has been largely concentrated in a few key cities, which serve as centers of culture, commerce, and government.
Bucharest, the capital and largest city, is located in the southern part of Romania, along the banks of the Dâmbovița River. As the political, economic, and cultural hub of Romania, Bucharest is an essential city in the country’s history. Over the centuries, it has developed from a small settlement into a thriving metropolis, with a population of over 2 million people. The city's central position within the Wallachian Plain has facilitated its growth and importance, making it the heart of Romania’s national infrastructure.
Other major cities such as Cluj-Napoca, Timișoara, Iași, and Constanța each serve distinct roles in their respective regions. Cluj-Napoca, located in the heart of Transylvania, is known for its educational institutions, while Timișoara, located in the western part of the country near the Hungarian and Serbian borders, is a major cultural and economic center. Iași, in the northeastern region, has historical significance as a cultural and educational capital, while Constanța, on the Black Sea coast, is Romania’s primary port and a key player in the country’s international trade.
The geographical positioning of these cities highlights the way Romania’s natural features—mountains, rivers, and coastlines—have influenced settlement patterns and economic activities. Each city, while serving as an urban center, reflects the unique characteristics of its surroundings.
Latitude and Longitude: Mapping Romania's Cities
Accurate geographical data, including latitude and longitude, is crucial for understanding the spatial distribution of Romania's cities and regions. Knowing the exact coordinates of cities like Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca, and Timișoara allows for detailed mapping, which is essential for urban planning, infrastructure development, and environmental management.
For example, Bucharest’s latitude and longitude provide key insights into its role as a central hub for transportation, with easy access to both the southern and northern regions of the country. Similarly, the coordinates of cities like Constanța and Iași are important for understanding their position as key points of economic activity—Constanța as a port city on the Black Sea and Iași as an educational and cultural center in the east.
Obtaining the latitude and longitude of cities across Romania helps geographers, urban planners, and researchers understand how geographic factors such as elevation, proximity to rivers, and coastal access influence the development of cities and their economies. These coordinates also play a significant role in disaster management, allowing authorities to better prepare for environmental hazards such as floods or earthquakes.
Unlocking the Power of Geospatial Data for Romania's Development
Access to detailed geographical data about Romania, including cities, regions, and their precise coordinates, is essential for anyone working on urban planning, environmental conservation, or economic development. Such a database provides a wealth of information for policymakers and researchers, helping them understand the spatial relationships between cities and regions, and how these relationships impact the country’s development.
With this data, urban planners can better assess the challenges of urban sprawl, traffic congestion, and the need for infrastructure development. It also allows for more efficient resource allocation, especially in terms of public services like healthcare, education, and transportation. Environmentalists and conservationists can use the data to identify areas at risk from natural disasters, deforestation, or climate change, and create targeted strategies for mitigating these risks.
Geospatial data is also invaluable for economic analysis, as it helps businesses and government agencies assess potential areas for investment, tourism, and trade. Understanding the precise locations of cities and their regions allows for the development of more effective regional policies that support balanced growth and ensure the sustainable use of natural resources.
Conclusion
Romania’s geography is defined by a mix of mountains, plains, and coastlines, each of which has shaped the country’s development and urbanization. The distribution of cities like Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca, and Constanța reveals the influence of geography on settlement patterns, economic activities, and regional governance. Access to accurate geographical data, including the latitude and longitude of cities and regions, is crucial for understanding Romania’s spatial dynamics and addressing the challenges of sustainable development. With such data, Romania can continue to grow, ensuring that its natural landscapes, urban areas, and resources are managed effectively for future generations.
FaQ about Romania
- Geoname_ID: This is a unique identifier for each place or geographical name in the Geoname database.
- City: The name of the place, which can be a town, village or any other form of human settlement.
- Alternate_Name: Other names or appellations that the place may have. These alternative names may be in different languages, dialects or even local names.
- Country_Code: This is the ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for the country in which the place is located. For example, "US" for the United States, "FR" for France.
- Region: This represents the first-order administrative division in which the location is situated. For example, this could be a state, province or territory.
- Sub_region: This is a second-order administrative division, such as a county or district, within the region.
- Latitude: The geographical latitude of the location, usually in decimal degrees.
- Longitude: The geographical longitude of the location, also usually in decimal degrees.
- Elevation: The elevation or altitude of the location in relation to sea level, usually measured in metres.
- Population: The estimated number of inhabitants or population of the location.
- Timezone: The time zone in which the location is located, in accordance with global time zone standards.
- Fcode_Name: This is a code that categorises the type of location. For example, "PPL" could mean a populated place, while "PPLC" could be the capital of a political entity.