Why visit
Bulgaria is a destination in Europe layered with historical sites and heritage routes. Plan an itinerary around ruins, old quarters, monuments, and museums.
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Bulgaria
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At a glance
Location
43.0°, 25.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
110,879 km²
42,811 mi²
Country population
6.7 million
61/km²
Subregion
Southeast Europe
Currency
Bulgarian lev (лв)
BGN
Dial
+359
Language
Bulgarian
Demonym
Bulgarian
Internet
.bg
UN
Member state
ISO code
BG / BGR
Where in the world
43.0° · 25.0°
Bulgaria
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Did you know
- Bulgaria invented yogurt (kiselo mlyako): the bacteria Lactobacillus bulgaricus is named after the country.
- Bulgaria is the world's largest exporter of rose oil: the Rose Valley produces ~70% of global supply.
- The Bulgarian Cyrillic alphabet was developed in the 9th century and later exported to Russia, Serbia, and other Slavic states.
Bordering Bulgaria
Plan checks
- Start research with the capital Sofia, then compare two or three other regions.
- Check passport validity, visa rules, health requirements, and travel insurance for current conditions.
- Verify swim safety, ocean conditions, and water-quality reports by month.
- Check opening days. Major sites close on Mondays or Tuesdays in many countries.
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Frequently asked about Bulgaria
What is the capital of Bulgaria?
Sofia is the capital of Bulgaria.
What currency does Bulgaria use?
Bulgaria uses the Bulgarian lev (лв), ISO code BGN.
What languages are spoken in Bulgaria?
The primary language is Bulgarian.
Is Bulgaria landlocked?
No, Bulgaria has a coastline.
What countries border Bulgaria?
Bulgaria borders Greece, North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Türkiye.
What is the international calling code for Bulgaria?
The calling code is +359.
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