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Sofia

Sofia is a city in Bulgaria and its capital. The available information identifies it as a national reference point but does not detail sights, connections or local services.

Urban view of Sofia, Bulgaria’s capital
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The place

What makes it special

  • It is the capital of Bulgaria.
  • Bulgarian is listed as the country’s language and the euro (€) as its currency.
Sofia
Photo by Deensel Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY 2.0
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Sofia

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Urban view of Sofia, Bulgaria’s capital

Bulgaria’s location, Sofia and the euro for trip planning

Bulgaria is in southeastern Europe. Its capital is Sofia, its recorded official language is Bulgarian, and its currency is the euro: three starting points for planning, without assuming that the practical details of a trip are settled.

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Profile updated: 01/10/2026