Bucov
For the village in Argeş County, see Râca.
Bucov | ||
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Commune | ||
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![]() Location of Bucov | ||
Coordinates: 44°58′N 26°5′E / 44.967°N 26.083°ECoordinates: 44°58′N 26°5′E / 44.967°N 26.083°E | ||
Country |
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County | Prahova County | |
Status | Commune | |
Government | ||
• Mayor | Ion Savu | |
Area | ||
• Total | 49.03 km2 (18.93 sq mi) | |
Population (2002) | ||
• Total | 10,500 | |
Time zone | EET (UTC+2) | |
• Summer (DST) | EEST (UTC+3) |
Bucov (Romanian pronunciation: [ˈbukov]) is a commune in Prahova County, Romania, just east of Ploieşti, the county seat. It is composed of five villages: Bighilin, Bucov, Chiţorani, Pleaşa and Valea Orlei.
The Battle of Bukowo was fought here.
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