Bulgaria Nutz and Bolts

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Country: Bulgaria
Where is it: Bulgaria is located in southeastern Europe, bordering the Black Sea, between Romania and Turkey.
Why do people go here: Bulgaria is a cheap destination for those who wish to hit up the Black Sea coastline for a beach stay, or the slopes for a wintertime adventure.
What are the main entry points: Those with circular routes will come up from Turkey or Greece, or down from Romania, via train or bus. The quality of bus versus train service varies depending on the country; ask around before you pick one.
Currency used: Lev
Country Code for Phones: 359
Area codes for Major Cities: Sofia 2
Religion: Bulgarian Orthodox 83.8%, Muslim 12.1%, Roman Catholic 1.7%, Jewish 0.1%, Protestant, Gregorian-Armenian, and other 2.3%
Population: 7.5 million
Ethnic Breakdown: Bulgarian 83.6%, Turk 9.5%, Roma 4.6%, other 2.3% (including Macedonian, Armenian, Tatar, Circassian)
Government: Parliamentary democracy
Languages: Bulgarian, secondary languages closely correspond to ethnic breakdown
Major Cities: Sofia
Attractions: Black Sea, slopes, Sofia
Accommodation: Bulgaria Hostels
Tourism Office locations and links: Bulgaria-Assoc. of Tourism & Recreation 1 Lenin Square Sofia, Bulgaria +359-2-84-131
Off-the-Beaten-Path:
Health Issues: No vaccines are required to enter Bulgaria, however, officials can demand proof of health insurance
When to go: Thinking about a summer at the sideside? You and a few million tourists. Try visiting during the mild spring, instead.
Common Phrases:
Specific Events/Holidays: Liberation Day, 3 March (1878)
Getting Around: Private buses and trains compete with government owned enterprises, resulting in cheap, but not always reliable, transportation.
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