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Sud-Est
Region
Regiunea Sud Est.svg
Country  Romania
Capital city Constanţa
Area
 • Total 35,762 km2 (13,808 sq mi)
Population
 (2011)
 • Total 2,529,038
 • Density 70.7186/km2 (183.1603/sq mi)
Ethnic groups
 • Romanians 95.2%
 • Roma 1.7%
 • Turks 1.0%
 • Lippovans 0.9%
Time zone UTC+2 (EET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+3 (EEST)
NUTS code RO22
GDP per capita (PPS) € 9,700 (2008)
Website http://www.adrse.ro/

Sud-Est (which means South East) is an important development region located in Romania. These regions are like groups of counties that work together to help their area grow and improve. Sud-Est is one of the eight such regions in Romania.

This region is known for its diverse population and its connection to the Black Sea coast, which makes it a popular spot for tourism.

What Counties Make Up Sud-Est?

The Sud-Est region is made up of six different counties. Each county has its own unique features and contributes to the overall character of the region.

County Population in 2011
Brăila 316,893
Buzău 440,347
Constanța 680,945
Galaţi 539,721
Tulcea 211,622
Vrancea 339,510
Total 2,529,038

As you can see from the table, Constanța has the largest population among the counties in Sud-Est. The total population of the Sud-Est region was over 2.5 million people in 2011, making it the most populated development region in Romania at that time.

People and Cultures in Sud-Est

The Sud-Est region is home to many different groups of people, making it a place with a rich mix of cultures.

Main Ethnic Groups

Most of the people living in Sud-Est are Romanians, making up about 95.2% of the population. However, there are also other important ethnic groups:

  • Roma: About 1.7% of the population.
  • Turks: About 1.0% of the population.
  • Lippovans: About 0.9% of the population.

This mix of cultures adds to the unique feel of the region.

Economy and Development

Development regions like Sud-Est are created to help different parts of Romania grow economically. This means they work on projects to improve jobs, infrastructure (like roads and buildings), and the overall quality of life for people living there.

Economic Strength

In 2008, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per person in Sud-Est was about €9,700. GDP is a way to measure how much money is made in a region. This number helps show the economic strength and development level of the area.

Time Zone Information

The Sud-Est region follows the same time zones as the rest of Romania.

  • Standard Time: EET (UTC+2). This means it's 2 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time.
  • Daylight Saving Time: During the summer, they switch to EEST (UTC+3). This means the clocks move forward by one hour, making it 3 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time.

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