Bulgaria
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In this Article
- Introduction
- Brief History
- Regions
- Cities
- Sights and Activities
- Events and Festivals
- Weather
- Getting There
- Getting Around
- Red Tape
- Money
- Work
- Study
- Language
- Eat
- Sleep
- Drink
- Health
- Safety
- Keep Connected
Quick Facts
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- Capital
- Sofia
- Population
- 7,540,000
- Government
- Parliamentary Democracy
- Religions
- Christianity (Bulgarian Orthodox), Islam
- Languages
- Bulgarian, Turkish
- Calling Code
- +359
- Nationality
- Bulgarian
- Local name
Introduction
While Bulgaria may not be Europe's most obvious tourist destination, it does warrant some attention. Since the collapse of Communism and the establishment of a democratic government in 1990, Bulgarians have worked hard at rebuilding their war-torn nation. In Sofia, historic buildings are being renovated in a push by the EU to restore Bulgaria's beauty.
Thankfully, Bulgaria's natural beauty requires no such renovation: majestic snow-capped peaks tower above the land and the beautiful Danube straddles the border with Romania. Bulgaria's mountainous terrain makes it an excellent skiing destination. For those travellers in search of a summer getaway, Bulgaria's Black Sea coastline is rapidly becoming a popular destination. Add to all this natural beauty the remarkably cheaper prices than its popular neighbours and Bulgaria starts to rear its head as an attractive tourist spot.
Bulgaria share international borders with Romania, Turkey, Greece, Serbia and Macedonia.
Brief History
Regions
- Bulgarian Blacksea Coast
- Bulgarian Mountains
- Central Northern Bulgaria
- Central Southern Bulgaria
- Northeastern Bulgaria
- Northwest Bulgaria
- Southeastern Bulgaria
- Southwestern Bulgaria
Sights and Activities
Events and Festivals
Weather
Getting There
By Plane
Sofia Airport (SOF) is the primary airport and hub of Hemus Air and Bulgaria Air (which is owned by Hemus Air). Sofia Airport services flights throughout Europe.
The country's other international airports are at Varna, Plovdiv and Burgas.
By Train
By Car
By Bus
By Boat
Red Tape
If you are a European Union (EU) citizen, you may enter without any restriction as per your EU citizenship rights. If you are not an EU citizen and Bulgaria is the first stop on your visit, you will need to obtain a Schengen Visa. This visa is valid for any country in the Schengen zone.
Money
Work
Study
Language
Eat
Sleep
Drink
Health
Safety
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