Bulgaria
Balkan country of mountains, Black Sea beaches, and rose valleys, with the capital Sofia
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Zdravei! I'm Lin! Bulgaria has Black Sea beaches, mountain trails, and rose valleys. Sofia is the capital.
Quick Facts About Bulgaria
Capital
Sofia
Population
6.5 million
Languages
Bulgarian
Currency
Lev
Discover Bulgaria
Bulgaria is a country in southeastern Europe on the Balkan Peninsula. The capital is Sofia. People say "Zdravei." Bulgarian is the official language, and the currency is the lev.
The Black Sea coast has sunny beaches, and the Rhodope and Rila mountains rise inland. Bulgaria is famous for rose oil from the Valley of Roses, and yogurt and folklore music are part of daily culture.
Map of Bulgaria
Flag of Bulgaria
The flag represents the unique identity and heritage of Bulgaria.
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✨Did You Know?
Bulgaria is famous for rose oil from the Valley of Roses
Bulgaria has a coastline on the Black Sea
People say "Zdravei"
What Makes Bulgaria Special?
Black Sea Coast
Sunny beaches along the east.
Rila and Rhodope
Mountain ranges with lakes and trails.
Valley of Roses
Famous for rose oil.
Zdravei
Hello in Bulgarian.
Sofia
The capital at the foot of Vitosha Mountain.
Folk Music
Traditional songs and dances.
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