Constanța metropolitan area in the context of "Constanța"
⭐ In the context of Constanța, the metropolitan area is characterized by its substantial growth and geographical scope. What key historical event and subsequent period significantly contributed to the expansion of the Constanța metropolitan area?
Following the Russo-Turkish War, Constanța became part of Romania and experienced significant population growth and expansion throughout the 20th century, leading to the development of a large metropolitan area.
As of the 2021 census, Constanța has a population of 263,688. The Constanța metropolitan area includes 14 localities within 30 km (19 mi) of the city. It is one of the largest metropolitan areas in Romania. Ethnic Romanians became a majority in the city in the early 20th century. The city still has small Tatar and Greek communities, which were substantial in previous centuries, as well as Turkish and Romani residents, among others. Constanța has a rich multicultural heritage, as, throughout history, it has been part of different cultures, including Roman, Byzantine, Bulgarian, and Ottoman. Following the Russo-Turkish War (1877–1878), Constanța became part of Romania, and the city, which at the time had a population of just over 5,000 inhabitants, grew significantly throughout the 20th century.
