Bucov
Bucov (Romanian pronunciation: [ˈbukov]) is a commune in Prahova County, Muntenia, Romania, just east of Ploieşti, the county seat. It is composed of five villages: Bighilin, Bucov, Chițorani, Pleașa and Valea Orlei.
Bucov | |
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 Coat of arms | |
 Location in Prahova County | |
  Bucov Location in Romania | |
| Coordinates: 44°58′N 26°5′E | |
| Country |  |
| County | Prahova |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Ion Savu |
| Area | 49.03 km2 (18.93 sq mi) |
| Population (2011)[1] | 10,388 |
| • Density | 210/km2 (550/sq mi) |
| Time zone | EET/EEST (UTC+2/+3) |
| Vehicle reg. | PH |
The Battle of Bucov (also: Bukowo) was fought here in 1600.
References
- "Populaţia stabilă pe judeţe, municipii, oraşe şi localităti componenete la RPL_2011" (in Romanian). National Institute of Statistics. Retrieved 4 February 2014.
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