About George Ghica
Lived 1600 – 1664 (aged 64). George Ghica was a Romanian ruler and merchant.
George Ghica (, ; 3 March 1600 – 2 November 1664) was prince of Moldavia from 1658 to 1659 and prince of Wallachia from 1659 to 1660. He founded the albanian Ghica family. He was born in the city of Koprulu, Rumelia, Ottoman Empire, in 1600 (Today part of the Republic of North Macedonia).
While in Istanbul, he became close friends with the Grand Vizier Köprülü Mehmed Pasha and helped him on to high positions. As Prince of Wallachia he moved the capital from Târgoviște to Bucharest.
From him are descended the numerous branches of the family which became notable in the history of Moldavia and Wallachia. His son was Grigore I Ghica.
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Who was George Ghica?
Prince of Moldavia and Wallachia
When was George Ghica born?
George Ghica was born on 3 March 1600 in Veles.
When did George Ghica die?
George Ghica died on 2 November 1664 in Constantinople.
What was George Ghica's occupation?
George Ghica was a ruler and merchant.
What nationality was George Ghica?
George Ghica was Romanian.
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