Cimișlia is a town in the southern part of Moldova, situated on the banks of the Cogâlnic River. It lies between the capital, Chișinău, and the autonomous territorial unit of Gagauzia.
The town serves as the administrative center of Cimișlia District. According to the 2014 census, it had a population of 11,997. In addition to the town itself, the local administration also governs three villages: Bogdanovca Nouă, Bogdanovca Veche, and Dimitrovca.