Bulgaria

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Bulgaria is a country in southeastern Europe with a population of about 6.5 million. It borders Romania to the north, Serbia and northern Macedonia to the west, Greece and Turkey to the south, and the Black Sea to the east. Bulgaria's history dates back to the 6th century BC and has been shaped by various influences, including Roman times and Ottoman rule. Today Bulgaria is a parliamentary republic and a member of the EU and NATO. Typical of the country are the production of lavender and rose oil and traditional Bulgarian cuisine with dishes such as baniza and schopska salad. Sights include the Rila Monastery, the Old Town of Plovdiv and the ancient amphitheater in Plovdiv.

Attractions and sights

Country data Bulgaria

Bulgaria at a glance

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Population7.000.000
LanguageBulgarian
Area110910 km2
ContinentEurope
CurrencyBulgarian Lev (BGN)
Neighboring countriesNorth Macedonia, Greece, Romania, Turkey und Serbia

Map Bulgaria

Country borders and location of the capital

Cities in Bulgaria