Region
A historical region in the southwest of Ukraine, bordering Moldova and Romania. Bessarabia is bounded by the Dnister river flowing into the Dnister Estuary on one side and by the Danube river flowing into the Black Sea on the other. This is a sunny steppe region with fertile soils, estuaries, and lakes. Here one can find numerous vineyards, rice fields, and various rare bird species. Ancient Greek cities stood on these lands, and many tribes settled here.Today, the region also features multinational diversity: for example, large communities of Bulgarians, Albanians, and Gagauzes live here. They engage in farming and fishing and protect natural parks. One of the largest cities in the region is Bilhorod-Dnistrovskyi, known for its Akkerman Fortress.
