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Dolhasca ([dolˈhaska]) is a town in Suceava County, north-eastern Romania. It is situated in the historical region of Moldavia. Dolhasca is the eighth largest urban settlement in the county, with a population of 9,792 inhabitants, according to the 2011 census. It was declared a town in 2004, along with seven other localities in Suceava County. The town administers seven villages: Budeni, Gulia, Poiana, Poienari, Probota, Siliștea Nouă and Valea Poienei.
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Map of Dolhasca 727170, Romania
Despite being a town, Dolhasca looks like a rural settlement in many aspects, and the main occupation of the inhabitants is agriculture. The Probota Monastery, built in 1530 by Moldavian ruler Petru Rareș, is close to the town. Among Dolhasca's notable natives are comedian Alexandru Arșinel and neurosurgeon Constantin N. Arseni.
Demographics
In 2002, Dolhasca had a population of 11,009 inhabitants, 90% of which were Romanians and the rest Roma. At that time, it was one of the most populated rural localities in Suceava County.