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🇧🇬 Bulgaria Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Bulgaria is a country in Southeast Europe, Europe. It covers a total area of 110,879 km² and has a coastline of 354 km. It shares land borders with 5 countries.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Europe
geographical region
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Region
Southeast Europe
sub-region
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Total Area
110,879 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
59/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
354 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+2/3
UTC offset
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Independence
681
established
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Climate
Continental, cold winters, hot summers
general type

Location and Position

Bulgaria is situated in Southeast Europe, within the broader continent of Europe. The country has a coastline of 354 km, giving it access to maritime trade, fishing and tourism. Coastal geography has played a major role in the country's historical development and economic activity.

Size and Area

Bulgaria covers a total area of 110,879 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 6.5M across this area, the population density is 59/km². The capital city is Sofia.

Climate

The climate of Bulgaria is continental, cold winters, hot summers. The best time to visit is generally May–September, when conditions are most favourable for travel.Climate varies by region within the country, so specific conditions depend on the area being visited.

🗺️ Countries Bordering Bulgaria

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Romania
Bucharest
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Serbia
Belgrade
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North Macedonia
Skopje
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Greece
Athens
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Turkey
Ankara

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bulgaria located?

Bulgaria is located in Southeast Europe, Europe. The capital city is Sofia.

How large is Bulgaria?

Bulgaria has a total area of 110,879 km² with a population density of 59/km².

What countries border Bulgaria?

Bulgaria shares land borders with: Romania, Serbia, North Macedonia, Greece, Turkey.

What is the climate of Bulgaria?

The climate of Bulgaria is Continental, cold winters, hot summers. The best time to visit is May–September.

What timezone is Bulgaria in?

Bulgaria observes UTC+2/3 timezone.

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