Ruxandra of Wallachia
Princess consort of Wallachia
About Ruxandra of Wallachia
Lived 1506 – 1545 (aged 38–39).
Ruxandra Basarab (died 1545) was a Romanian princess. She was the daughter of Neagoe Basarab (a prince of Wallachia) and Milica Despina of Wallachia, and became princess consort of Wallachia by her marriage to Radu Paisie.
Ruxandra's first marriage was to Radu of Afumați, Voivode of Wallachia. After his death, she married again, to Radu Paisie, Prince of Wallachia, in 1541.
Before ascending the throne in 1535, Radu Paisie had been a monk, and was once abbott of the Arges monastery.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Ruxandra of Wallachia?
Princess consort of Wallachia
When was Ruxandra of Wallachia born?
Ruxandra of Wallachia was born in 1506.
When did Ruxandra of Wallachia die?
Ruxandra of Wallachia died in 1545.
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