Apostolache is a commune in Prahova County, Muntenia, Romania. It is composed of five villages: Apostolache, Buzota, Mârlogea, Udrești, and Valea Cricovului.
Apostolache | |
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![]() Tower at the Apostolache Monastery | |
![]() Location in Prahova County | |
Coordinates: 45°8′N 26°16′E / 45.133°N 26.267°E | |
Country | Romania |
County | Prahova |
Government | |
• Mayor (2020–2024) | Mihail Bratu (PNL) |
Area | 20.27 km2 (7.83 sq mi) |
Elevation | 184 m (604 ft) |
Population (2021-12-01)[1] | 1,930 |
• Density | 95/km2 (250/sq mi) |
Time zone | EET/EEST (UTC+2/+3) |
Postal code | 107020 |
Area code | +(40) 244 |
Vehicle reg. | PH |
Website | cjph |
The commune is situated towards the northern edge of the Wallachian Plain, at an altitude of 184 m (604 ft), on the banks of the river Cricovul Sărat. It is located in the central-east part of Prahova County, 28 km (17 mi) northwest of the town of Mizil and 38 km (24 mi) northeast of the county seat, Ploiești.