Bulgaria is a country located in Southeastern Europe, with Sofia as its capital and largest city. The majority ethnic group is Bulgarians and the official language is Bulgarian. Key facts about Bulgaria include its population of over 7 million people, the lev as its currency, and Eastern Orthodox Christianity as the dominant religion. Bulgaria has a diverse landscape that includes mountain ranges such as Rila and Pirin, and attractions in its capital city of Sofia.

1. Republic of Bulgaria
Република България (681)
Southeastern Europe

2. Capital and largest city – Sofia
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Official language – “Bulgarian”
Anthem – “Dear Motherland”
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Ethnic groups
84.8% Bulgarians
8.8% Turks
4.9% Roma
0.1% Russians
0.1% Armenians
1.3% Others
President – Rosen Plevenliev
Population - 7,364,570
Currency Lev (BGN)
Religion: Orthodox

4. Saints Cyril and Methodius
• Christian missionaries from Thessalonika, Greece (9th c.)
Through their work they influenced the cultural development
of all Slavs.

5. BULGARIAN PARLIAMENT
SOFIA
“ Unity makes strength”

6. Bulgaria’s Nature

7. Mountains: Rila, Pirin, Rodopi,
Stara Planina

8. Sightseeing

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10. SOFIA

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12. SOFIA

13. Traditional Foods & Drinks

14. Marian Rosenov Dimitrov