Bulgaria

Europe · Capital Sofia

Bulgaria is a country in Europe. Its capital city is Sofia. It has a population of around 7,025,037 people. The main language is Bulgarian and the official currency is the Bulgarian lev. It shares land borders with 5 countries.

Bulgaria is a country in Europe. Its capital is Sofia. It has a population of 7,025,037, bordering 5 countries. The official language is Bulgarian. The official currency is the Bulgarian lev.

Where is Bulgaria?

Bulgaria at a glance

Capital: Sofia
Population: 7.0M
Currency: Bulgarian lev
Language: Bulgarian
Continent: Europe
Coastline: Yes

The flag of Bulgaria

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Bordering countries

Frequently asked questions about Bulgaria

What is the capital of Bulgaria?

The capital of Bulgaria is Sofia.

What continent is Bulgaria in?

Bulgaria is located in Europe.

What is the population of Bulgaria?

Bulgaria has a population of approximately 7,025,037 people.

What is the currency of Bulgaria?

The official currency of Bulgaria is the Bulgarian lev.

What language is spoken in Bulgaria?

The main language spoken in Bulgaria is Bulgarian.

What is the flag of Bulgaria?

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