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| Area (sq km): | 110,550 | |
| Population: | 7,450,349 | |
| Nationality: | Bulgarian | |
| Local Name: | Bulgaria | |
| Language: | Bulgarian, Turkish, Romani |
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| Time Zone: | +1 GMT | |
| Currency: | 1 lev = 100 stotinki | |
| Rate: | www.xe.com | |
| Capital: | Sofia | |
| Dialling Code: | +387 | |
| Electricity: | 220V/50Hz | |
| Internet Code: | .bg | |
| Religion: | Bulgarian Orthodox, Muslim |
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| Climate: | Mediterranean | |
| Government: | Parliamentary Democracy | |
| Inoculations: | None | |
| Driving: | Right | |
| Int'l License: | Required | |
| Banking: | M-F 9.00-16.00 | |
| Major Airports: | Burgas(BOJ), Plovdiv(PDV), Sofia(SOF), Varna(VAR) |
Bulgaria villa and holiday events archive
Dionysus Festival, Masquerade Games
At the end of January set amidst the incredible Dionysus Festival, also known as the Masquerade Games in Pernik, thousands of performers gather to entertain... Dionysus Festival
Bansko Jazz Festival
The Bansko Jazz Festival first stormed the world music scene in 1998, and in each successive year it has gained momentum. Today it is one of the world’s... Bansko Jazz Festival
Plovdiv Festival
Plovdiv Folk Festival is a mix of concert and medieval fair. The town’s people dress in traditional costumes and showcase the arts and crafts of Bulgaria.... Plovdiv Folk Festival
St Trifon's Day
St Trifon is the patron saint of Bulgaria. February 14 is St Trifon's Day and marks the celebration of spring, wine and the ‘King.’ The Bulgaria wine... St Trifon's Day