In 1812, after the Russo-Turkish War (1806–12), is the occupation of Basarabia, Russian Empire during this period (1812–1856, 1878–1917), there is an intense russification of the native population.

In 1918 after the collapse of the Russian Empire, Bessarabia united with Romania in this period (1918–40, 1941–44), the district is part of the Ismail County.

Cantemir district is located in the south part of the Republic of Moldova.

Average wind speed 3–6 m \ s. Typical European steppe fauna, with the presence of such mammals such as foxes, hedgehogs, deer, wild boar, polecat, wild cat, ermine and others.

Forests occupy 11.3% of the district are complemented by tree species such as oak, ash, hornbeam, linden, maple, walnut and others.

Main crops: cereals (wheat, oats), sunflower, canola, soybeans, vegetables.

Cantemir district granted priority mainly right-wing parties.