72 Ore Nel Paese Più Povero D’Europa

Summary

In an adventurous twist for a Christmas gift, the narrator decides against a trip to the Canaries, opting instead for Moldova, Europe's least visited and poorest country, to bring attention and support to a place often overlooked. Embarking on this unique journey, they experience Moldova from its luxurious hotels to its rich wine culture, despite the initial cultural shocks and challenges faced, such as overpriced taxi fares. Through visits to the world's largest wine cellar, local cuisine tasting, and exploring the festive cityscape, the video reveals Moldova's unexpected charm and warmth, challenging its reputation as a sad country. This heartfelt adventure turns into a meaningful exploration, highlighting the beauty and resilience of Moldova and its people during the Christmas season.

Takeaways

• 😊 The video follows two friends traveling to Moldova, known as the poorest country in Europe
• 😮 In Moldova, the average monthly salary is only €20 compared to €1400 in Italy
• 🤑 To be considered rich in Moldova, you need to earn around €1600-€1700 per month
• 🍕 They try local foods like pizza, placinta pastries, and cheeses for very cheap prices
• ⚡️ They are surprised to find Chișinău decorated for Christmas with lights and markets
• 🎿 They go ice skating at a small rink and play arcade games around the city center
• 😴 One friend has a hard time sleeping due to the other's loud snoring
• 🏰 They tour churches and cathedrals, the main cultural sites around the capital
• 🎰 They buy €10 worth of scratch cards, winning back about half the money spent
• 🍷 The next video will show their visit to the world's largest wine cellar in Moldova

Q & A

What country does the video focus on?

The video focuses on Moldova.

Why did the narrator decide to visit Moldova?

The narrator decided to visit Moldova because it is considered one of the poorest and saddest countries in Europe that many citizens are leaving. He wanted to bring attention to a place that doesn't get much tourism.

What did the narrator think of Moldova after visiting?

Despite being described as the saddest country in Europe, the narrator actually enjoyed his time in Moldova, especially since he visited during their Christmas celebrations.

What activities did the narrator do during his trip?

The narrator toured churches, went ice skating, played arcade games, went shopping, ate local food, and toured the largest wine cellar in the world.

How expensive was Moldova compared to Italy?

Moldova was very inexpensive compared to Italy. The average monthly salary in Moldova is only around €20 while in Italy it is €1400. To be considered rich in Moldova you need to make around €1600-1700 per month.

What transportation did the narrator use?

The narrator took a taxi from the airport and walked or drove around the city. He also took a long taxi ride to visit the large wine cellar outside the city.

What food and drink did the narrator try?

He tried local favorites like placinta pastries, pizza, kebabs, McDonald's, strudel, wine, and combining coffee with kebab.

Did the narrator face any challenges?

Yes, he had some issues with taxi drivers overcharging him and not being able to record in certain locations.

What time of year did the narrator visit?

He visited in January during the Orthodox Christmas season.

Did the narrator enjoy his trip overall?

Yes, the narrator enjoyed experiencing the Christmas festivities and sights of Moldova, despite it being described as a very poor and sad country.