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| | Vartely :: History of the Region |
 | | The town is located in the central part of the country, in an extremely picturesque area with rich traditions and a high potential for tourism, as it is surrounded by 277 archeological, historical, and art monuments, 256 of which are of a national importance. |
 | | In the middle of XVII century, for geo-strategic reasons and by the order of Moldovan ruler Vasile Lupu, Orhei town was moved 18 kilometers to the north, to Raut River. |
 | | Built in the middle of XVI century, Orhei is the district center with a population exceeding 30 thousands inhabitants. |
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