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Bulgaria Flag The Republic of Bulgaria is a country located in southeastern Europe. It has a coastline on the Black Sea, and borders Greece, Macedonia, Romania, Serbia. and Turkey.

Bulgaria's population as of 2007 was estimated at 7,679,290. There has been a considerable fall in population over the last few years, from 8,990,000 in 1990, because of high rates of emigration, and the economic problems that the country had, following the fall of the communist regime that had ruled the country since 1945.

Large cities in Bulgaria include the capital, Sofia, which is home to about a quarter of a million people, and is one of the oldest capital cities in Europe (its origins can be traced to the 8th century BC). Other important cities with populations over 100,000 include Burgas, Dobrich, Pleven, Plovdiv, Rousse, Sliven, Stara Zagoria and Varna.

Map of Bulgaria

Although Bulgaria's economic situation was difficult after the fall of communism, the country now appears to be on an upward trajectory again. Its economy began growing again 1997, and by 2004, Bulgaria had recovered back to 1990 levels. Bulgaria joined the European Union in 2007, and there are plans to eventually replace the Bulgarian currency, the Lev, with the euro.

For visitors, Bulgaria is today increasingly popular as a tourist and vacation destination. Almost 3 million tourists now visit the country each year - this is because Bulgaria is home a number of high quality ski resorts in the country's mountains, there are beaches and Summer resorts on the Black Sea coast, and there also spas which can be visited all year round.

Bulgaria Country Details


Country Name Bulgaria
Political Status Country
Geographic Location Southeastern Europe
Flag Bulgaria Flag
Principal Language Bulgarian
Capital Sofia
Major Towns/Cities
  • Burgas
  • Dobrich
  • Haskovo
  • Pernik
  • Pleven
  • Plovdiv
  • Rousse
  • Shumen
  • Sliven
  • Sofia (Capital)
  • Stara Zagora
  • Varna


  • Web Sites about Bulgaria


    Peshterna, Bulgaria
    Here are some other web sites about Bulgaria::

    Stara Planina with Raysko Praskalo waterfall, Bulgaria

    Books about Bulgaria


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    DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Bulgaria
    By DK Travel

    DK Eyewitness Travel
    Released: August 3rd, 2017
    Paperback (288 pages)

    DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Bulgaria
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    • Manufacturer: DK Eyewitness Travel
    • Brand: DK Eyewitness Travel
    • ISBNs: 0008263302, 0241275423
    • EANs: 9780241275429, 9780008263300
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    • Paperback
    • Edition: 2nd edition
    • Number of Pages: 288
    • Author: DK Travel
    • Publication Date: August 3rd, 2017
    • Release Date: August 3rd, 2017
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    • Size: 8.81888 inches by 5.1181 inches by 0.66929 inches
    • Weight: 2.314853751 pounds
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    Lonely Planet Romania & Bulgaria (Travel Guide)
    By Mark Baker & Anita Isalska

    Lonely Planet
    Released: July 18th, 2017
    Paperback (512 pages)

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    Lonely Planet Romania & Bulgaria (Travel Guide)
    • Manufacturer: Lonely Planet
    • Brand: Lonely Planet
    • ISBNs: 9781786575432, 1786575434
    • EAN: 9781786575432
    • PartNumber: 46602361
    Details:
    • Paperback
    • Edition: 7
    • Number of Pages: 512
    • Authors: Mark Baker, Steve Fallon, Anita Isalska
    • Publication Date: July 18th, 2017
    • Release Date: July 18th, 2017
    Physical Description:
    • Size: 7.8 inches by 5.1 inches by 0.75 inches
    • Weight: 2.314853751 pounds
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    Bulgaria (Bradt Travel Guide)
    By Annie Kay

    Bradt Travel Guides
    Released: May 1st, 2021
    Paperback (344 pages)

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    • Manufacturer: Bradt Travel Guides
    • Brand: Bradt Travel Guides
    • ISBN: 1784774707
    • EAN: 9781784774707
    • PartNumber: 9781784774707
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    • Paperback
    • Edition: Third
    • Number of Pages: 344
    • Author: Annie Kay
    • Publication Date: May 1st, 2021
    • Release Date: May 1st, 2021
    Physical Description:
    • Size: 8.55 inches by 5.49 inches by 0.69 inches
    • Weight: 2.314853751 pounds
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    Lonely Planet Romania & Bulgaria (Travel Guide)
    By Mark Baker, Shaun Busuttil, Leonid Ragozin & Monica Suma

    Released: August 20th, 2024
    Paperback (416 pages)

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    Lonely Planet Romania & Bulgaria (Travel Guide)
    • Manufacturer: Lonely Planet
    • ISBN: 1787016358
    • EAN: 9781787016354
    • PartNumber: 9781787016354
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    • Paperback
    • Edition: 8
    • Number of Pages: 416
    • Authors: Mark Baker, Jonathan Bousfield, Shaun Busuttil, Jason Lee, Leonid Ragozin, Maria Stoyanova, Monica Suma
    • Publication Date: August 20th, 2024
    • Release Date: August 20th, 2024
    Physical Description:
    • Size: 7.7 inches by 5.1 inches by 0.625 inches
    • Weight: 0.7495716908 pounds
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    Bulgaria - Culture Smart!: The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
    By Juliana Tzvetkova

    Released: March 23rd, 2023
    Paperback (200 pages)

    Bulgaria - Culture Smart!: The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
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    Bulgaria - Culture Smart!: The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
    • Manufacturer: Kuperard
    • ISBN: 1787023273
    • EAN: 9781787023277
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    • Paperback
    • Edition: Second edition
    • Number of Pages: 200
    • Authors: Juliana Tzvetkova, Culture Smart!
    • Publication Date: March 23rd, 2023
    • Release Date: March 23rd, 2023
    Physical Description:
    • Size: 6.75 inches by 4.25 inches by 0.6 inches
    • Weight: 2.314853751 Pounds
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    DK Eyewitness Bulgaria (Travel Guide)
    By DK Eyewitness

    DK Eyewitness Travel
    Released: August 15th, 2017
    Multicolor Paperback (284 pages)

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    DK Eyewitness Bulgaria (Travel Guide)
    • Manufacturer: DK Eyewitness Travel
    • Brand: DK Eyewitness Travel
    • ISBN: 1465460314
    • EAN: 9781465460318
    Details:
    • Paperback
    • Edition: Revised
    • Number of Pages: 284
    • Author: DK Eyewitness
    • Publication Date: August 15th, 2017
    • Release Date: August 15th, 2017
    Physical Description:
    • Size: 8.75 inches by 5.13 inches by 0.64 inches
    • Weight: 1.45064168396 Pounds
    • Color: Multicolor
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    Bulgaria Travel Guide 2025: Your Comprehensive Guide To Explore the Best Wonders, Top Destinations, Hidden Treasures and Culture Like a Local with ... Recommendations (Global Destinations Guide)
    By Richard Caraway

    Released: December 2nd, 2024
    Paperback (196 pages)

    Bulgaria Travel Guide 2025: Your Comprehensive Guide To Explore the Best Wonders, Top Destinations, Hidden Treasures and Culture Like a Local with ... Recommendations (Global Destinations Guide)
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    Bulgaria Travel Guide 2025: Your Comprehensive Guide To Explore the Best Wonders, Top Destinations, Hidden Treasures and Culture Like a Local with ... Recommendations (Global Destinations Guide)
    • Manufacturer: Independently published
    • EAN: 9798302016249
    Details:
    • Paperback
    • Number of Pages: 196
    • Author: Richard Caraway
    • Publication Date: December 2nd, 2024
    • Release Date: December 2nd, 2024
    Physical Description:
    • Size: 9.0 inches by 6.0 inches by 0.45 inches
    • Weight: 0.78 pounds
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    Bulgaria Railway & Road Travel Reference Map 1 : 390 000
    By ITMB Publishing LTD

    Released: February 1st, 2021
    Map (2 pages)

    Bulgaria Railway & Road Travel Reference Map 1 : 390 000
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    Bulgaria Railway & Road Travel Reference Map 1 : 390 000
    • Manufacturer: ITMB Publishing LTD
    • ISBN: 1771290986
    • EAN: 9781771290982
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    • Product Category: Map
    • Edition: 3rd Edition 2021
    • Number of Pages: 2
    • Author: ITMB Publishing LTD
    • Publication Date: February 1st, 2021
    • Release Date: February 1st, 2021
    Physical Description:
    • Size: 9.8425 inches by 4.13385 inches by 0.23622 inches
    • Weight: 0.11464037624 pounds
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    Romania & Bulgaria 6 (Lonely Planet)
    By AA. VV.

    Brand: Lonely Planet
    Released: May 21st, 2013
    Paperback (512 pages)

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    Romania & Bulgaria 6 (Lonely Planet)
    • Manufacturer: GeoPlaneta
    • Brand: Brand: Lonely Planet
    • ISBNs: 1741799449, 9781741799446
    • EAN: 9781741799446
    • PartNumber: YES7857628
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    • Paperback
    • Edition: 6
    • Number of Pages: 512
    • Author: AA. VV.
    • Publication Date: May 21st, 2013
    • Release Date: May 21st, 2013
    Physical Description:
    • Size: 7.79526 inches by 5.1181 inches by 0.82677 inches
    • Weight: 0.85098433132 pounds
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    Bulgaria Attractions Guide: A Unique Bucket List (Color)
    By NJP Guides

    Released: September 23rd, 2024
    Paperback (100 pages)

    Bulgaria Attractions Guide: A Unique Bucket List (Color)
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    • EAN: 9798340151414
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    • Format: Large Print
    • Number of Pages: 100
    • Authors: NJP Guides, Blaine Valarie
    • Publication Date: September 23rd, 2024
    • Release Date: September 23rd, 2024
    Physical Description:
    • Size: 9.0 inches by 6.0 inches by 0.23 inches
    • Weight: 0.45 Pounds
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