Bulgaria
Language → Bulgarian
Population(around) → 6,863,346
Currency → Bulgarian Lev (BGN) Лв
General weather Overview
Bulgaria is located in a temperate climate zone, so the climate is generally continental. In the
northern hemisphere, the days in the summer months are not only warmer but also longer.
Overall, the country has cold winters and slightly warm to hot summers. The climate is generally
continental, with cold winters and warm to hot summers. It is somewhat milder along the Black
Sea coast and colder in the hills and mountainous regions. In winter, precipitation is not abundant
in the lowlands, but occurs quite frequently and often takes the form of snow.
Cities
Sofia / Capital – Plovdiv – Varna – Burgas – Ruse – Stara Zagora – Pleven – Sliven –
Dobrich – Shumen – Pernik – Yambol – Haskovo – Pazardzhik – Blagoevgrad – Veliko – Tarnovo –
Gabrovo – Vratsa – Kazanlak – Vidin – Kardzhali – Kyustendil – Montana – Lovech – Silistra
Fun facts
- The fire dance (Nestinarstvo) is one of the oldest Bulgarian customs. It is still performed today in various villages in the Strandzha Mountains
- A name day is a celebration in Bulgaria of those who bear the name of a saint. The person with the name of a saint invites guests home or to a restaurant. The locals celebrate name days extensively, even more than their own birthdays
- One of the wonders of Bulgaria is the Belogradchik rocks. Each of the strange rock formations has a name: the schoolgirl, the camel, Adam and Eve, the virgin, the mushrooms, the horseman, the cuckoo, the red wall, the bear, etc. Each rock formation has a story of its own
Some popular local foods
Banitsa, Tarator, Meshana Skara, Sarmi, Shopska Salata, Shkembe,
Kiselo Mlyako, Moussaka
Some native animals:
Bears, Wolves, Wild boars, Red foxes, Hedgehogs, Hamster, Red deer,
Steppe polecat, Storks, Pelicans, Balkan trout
Couple of reasons to visit
- It boasts serene and majestic domes and stunning cathedrals
- National parks where you can enjoy many activities but also discover incredible panoramic views
- Stunning beaches by the coast where you can also experience the great nightlife!
- Magnificent historical sites you wouldn't want to miss
