Moldova, in Eastern Europe, is a landlocked slice between Romania and Ukraine, with Chișinău as its Soviet-shadowed capital, famed for wine like Milestii Mici’s vast cellars. Known for orchards, Soviet relics, and a tug-of-war between East and West, its economy hinges on agriculture and remittances. Its Orthodox churches and hearty plăcinte endure. Moldova’s understated allure simmers in transition.