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Focsani 
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city, capital of Vrancea judet (county), east-central Romania. The city lies 100 miles (160 km) north-northeast of Bucharest. It is situated on the Milcov River, which was once the boundary between Moldavia and Walachia. In the city is a monument marking the old frontier. Focsani is the centre of a wine-making region that has been famous for its vineyards since the 15th century. Focsani is also an industrial city, processing dairy products and manufacturing furniture and clothing. |
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Geography