Bulgaria is a country in Southeast Europe, Europe with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Bulgaria that most people don't know.
Bulgaria is the birthplace of the Cyrillic alphabet, now used by over 250 million people. The country produces 70% of the world's rose oil, and archaeologists found the world's oldest processed gold here — 6,500-year-old artifacts from the Varna Necropolis.
Bulgaria is the birthplace of the Cyrillic alphabet, used by 250 million people.
Bulgaria produces 70% of the world's rose oil.
Yogurt was invented in Bulgaria — Lactobacillus bulgaricus is named after the country.
The world's oldest gold treasure (6,500 years) was found in Bulgaria.
Bulgaria is the birthplace of the Cyrillic alphabet, now used by over 250 million people. The country produces 70% of the world's rose oil, and archaeologists found the world's oldest processed gold here — 6,500-year-old artifacts from the Varna Necropolis.
Bulgaria is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
UNESCO monastery in the Rila Mountains — Bulgaria's most sacred site, founded in the 10th century
One of Europe's oldest continuously inhabited cities with stunning Roman ruins and colorful revival houses
UNESCO Thracian burial chamber with the best-preserved Thracian murals in the world
Bizarre red rock formations rising 200m from the ground, shaped into natural fortresses
Bulgaria is the birthplace of the Cyrillic alphabet, now used by over 250 million people. The country produces 70% of the world's rose oil, and archaeologists found the world's oldest processed gold here — 6,500-year-old artifacts from the Varna Necropolis.
The capital of Bulgaria is Sofia.
Bulgaria has a population of approximately 6.5M.
The official language of Bulgaria is Bulgarian.
Bulgaria gained independence in 681.
Bulgaria uses the Bulgarian Lev (BGN).