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Forăști
Commune
Coat of arms of Forăști
Coat of arms
Location in Suceava County
Location in Suceava County
Forăști is located in Romania
Forăști
Forăști
Location in Romania
Country  Romania
County Suceava
Area
65.53 km2 (25.30 sq mi)
Population
 (2011)
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Time zone EET/EEST (UTC+2/+3)

Forăști is a special type of local area in Romania called a commune. Think of it like a small group of villages that work together. Forăști is found in the northeastern part of Romania, in a region known as Bukovina, within Suceava County.

This commune is made up of nine different villages. These villages are Antoceni, Boura, Forăști (which is also the name of the main commune), Manolea, Oniceni, Roșiori, Ruși, Țolești, and Uidești.

What is a Commune?

In Romania, a commune is a way to organize smaller towns and villages. It's like a local government area. Communes help manage things for the people living there. This includes services like roads, schools, and local events.

How Communes Work

Each commune has a local council and a mayor. These people are chosen by the community. They make decisions that help the villages in their area. This system helps make sure that even small villages have a voice.

Where is Forăști Located?

Forăști is in Suceava County, which is in the northern part of Romania. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes. It is part of the historical region of Bukovina.

Exploring Bukovina

Bukovina is famous for its painted monasteries and green hills. It has a rich history and unique traditions. Forăști is a part of this interesting region.

The Villages of Forăști

The commune of Forăști includes nine distinct villages. Each village has its own character and community. They all work together under the commune's leadership.

A Look at the Villages

  • Antoceni
  • Boura
  • Forăști (This is the main village and gives the commune its name.)
  • Manolea
  • Oniceni
  • Roșiori
  • Ruși
  • Țolești
  • Uidești

These villages are home to the people of Forăști. They share resources and services provided by the commune.

Images for kids

  • Forasti jud Suceava

    Location of Forăști in Suceava County

  • ROU SV Forasti CoA

    The coat of arms for Forăști

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