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Sofia is the capital and largest city of Bulgaria, with a population of more than 1,350,000 people. It is located in western Bulgaria, at the foot of the Vitosha mountain, and is the administrative, cultural, economic, and educational centre of the country. One of the oldest cities in Europe, the history of Serdica-Sredets-Sofia can be traced back some 7000 years ago - prehistoric settlements were excavated in the centre of the present city - near the royal palace, as well as in outer districts such as Slatina and Obelia. The well preserved town walls (especially their substructures) from antiquity date back before the 7th century BC, when Thracians established their city next to the most important and highly respected mineral spring, still functioning today. Sofia has had several names in the different periods of its existence, and remnants of the city's millenary history can still be seen today alongside modern landmarks.
Sofia's development as a significant settlement owes much to its central position in the Balkans. It is situated in western Bulgaria, at the northern foot of the Vitosha mountain, in the Sofia Valley that is surrounded by mountains on all sides. The valley is the largest one in the country with territory of 1,186 square kilometres and average altitude of 550 metres. Three mountain passes lead to the city, which have been key roads since antiquity, connecting the Adriatic Sea and Central Europe with the Black and Aegean Seas.
A number of low rivers cross the city, including the Vladaiska and the Perlovska. The Iskar River in its upper course flows near eastern Sofia. The city is known for its numerous mineral and thermal springs. Artificial and dam lakes were built in the last century.
As to the historic past, Sofia was originally a Thracian settlement called Serdica, possibly named after the Thracian tribe Serdi. Around 500 BC another tribe settled in the region, the Odrysi, known as an ethnos with their own kingdom. For a short period during the 4th century BC, the city was ruled by Philip of Macedon and his son Alexander the Great.
Serdica expanded, as turrets, protective walls, public baths, administrative and cult buildings, a civic basilica, an amphitheatre - the City Council (Boulé), a large Forum, a big Circus (Theatre), etc. were built. When Emperor Diocletian divided the province of Dacia into Dacia Ripensis (at the banks of the Danube) and Dacia Mediterranea, Serdica became the capital of Dacia Mediterranea. The city subsequently expanded for a century and a half, it became a significant political and economical centre, moreso - it became one of the first roman cities where Christianity was recognized as an official religion (Еmperor Galerius). So it was only very natural that Constantine the Great called Serdica (Sardica) "My Rome". Serdica was of moderate size, but magnificent as an urban concept of planning and architecture, with abundant amusements and an active social life. It flourished during the reign of Byzantine Emperor Justinian I, when it was surrounded with great fortress walls whose remnants can still be seen today. The city was destroyed by the Huns in 447 but was rebuilt by Justinian and for a while called Triaditsa. For more than four centuries Sofia was a capital of the Ottoman province of Rumelia. In the 16th century Sofia's appearance became more Oriental with many mosques, fountains and hamams (bathhouses). During that time the town had a population of around 7,000 which rose to 55,000 by the mid 17th century.
Sofia was taken by Russian forces on 4 January 1878, during the Russo-Turkish War, 1877-78, and became the capital of the autonomous Principality of Bulgaria in 1879, which became Kingdom of Bulgaria in 1908. It was proposed for capital by Marin Drinov and was accepted as such on 3 April 1879. By the time of its liberation the population of the was 11,649. For a few decades after the liberation the city experienced a large population growth mainly from other regions of the country.
Later on, during World War II, Sofia was bombed by Allied aircraft in late 1943 and early 1944, as well as later occupied by the Soviet Union. As a consequence of the Russian occupation with the approval of the Allied countries USA, Great Britain, France, Bulgaria's government, which allied the country with Germany, was overthrown by a communist revolution. Like Prague, Warsaw, Bucharest etc. Sofia became a capital of the Communist-ruled People's Republic (1944). The country did not lose territory, but lost vital and important connections with Bulgarian population abroad and all over the world. During that time the population of Sofia expanded at high rates, as a great push has been given to the industrial development of the city - many new large factories and manufacturing plants were built in and around the city. That led to the creation of many new neighbourhoods and expansion of the public transport network.
Nowadays, the historic sites together with many new modern facilities form Sofia's most preferred places of interest. The Sts. Cyril and Methodius National Library (which houses the largest national book collection and is Bulgaria's oldest cultural institute), the Sofia State Library, foreign cultural institutes, the nearly nine-acre amusement park adjacent to the Sofia Zoological Garden (founded in 1888) are all important parts of Sofia's cultural life. Sofia currently enjoys a booming film industry as the filming ground of several international film productions. Vitosha Boulevard, also called Vitoshka — ranked as the world's 22nd most expensive commercial street — represents numerous fashion boutiques and luxury goods stores and features exhibitions by world fashion designers. Sofia's geographic location, situated in the foothills of the weekend retreat Vitosha mountain, further adds to the city's specific atmosphere.
62 sq.m. 428 sq.m. € 36000
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50 sq.m. 470 sq.m. € 39000
The property is situated in a charming village situated only 5 km away from the splendid capital city of Sofia and just 60 km away from the wonderful ski resort of Borovetz, which is a favorite place for the winter vacations of native... more
68 sq.m. 2022 sq.m. € 30000
Extremely advantageous!This wonderful property that we offer to you is in a villa zone of a picturesque mountainous village only 25 km. away from the magnificent capital of Sofia, in the heart of the Stara Planina Mountain. You can... more
13000 sq.m. 0 sq.m. € 20000
We offer you plot of land that is located in a charming little town in the Lozen Mountain, just 27km away from the beautiful Bulgarian capital of Sofia, and 30 km from the famous ski resort Borovetz. It is also close to a highway and it... more
79 sq.m. 1280 sq.m. € 30000
Next our offer is house located in a nice village just 31 km away from the centre of the splendid capital city of Sofia. The village is in the mountains and is close to a river and a dam. So if you like fishing and hunting this is you... more
64 sq.m. 1000 sq.m. € 30500
This is a nice house for sale situated in a lovely mountain village only 70 km away from the marvelous capital of Bulgaria- Sofia. Close to all cultural and historic places of interest and entertainment, but still far from the noisy city... more
55 sq.m. 1000 sq.m. € 32000
On your attention we present property that is located only 10 km away from the town of Buhovo and only 15 km away from the splendid capital city of Sofia. The village is in the mountains and the area is suitable for fishing. It is a... more
50 sq.m. 800 sq.m. € 33000
Excellent offer!This real estat is located in a nice village just 15 km away from the capital city of Sofia and only 10 km away from the town of Buhovo. The village is in a nice mountainous area suitable for hunting. The close proximity... more
53 sq.m. 0 sq.m. € 56000
We offer to your attention a very taking offer! Become owners of a lovely two-room apartment in the beautiful city of Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. The modern city of Sofia is located at the foot of Vitosha Mountain. It has fine... more
65 sq.m. 0 sq.m. € 54000
Very luring offer! The capital of Bulgaria Sofia is a cosmopolitan city, famous for its beautiful architecture and the thousands of lovely property it offers! Sofia has perfect infrastructure and owning a property here is a great... more
65 sq.m. 1020 sq.m. € 170000
Excellent offer! The real estate is located in a nice village only 23 km away from the glorious capital city of Sofia and just 2 km away from the town of Elin Pelin. The village is situated in the mountains and it is close to a dam and... more
175 sq.m. 350 sq.m. € 78000
Excellent offer! Sofia is the capital of Bulgaria and during the winter, our country is popular destination for winter sports because of the Vitosha Mountain. This is a nice brick house situated in a villa zone, very close to the... more
52 sq.m. 0 sq.m. € 51100
A very luring offer! The beautiful capital of Bulgaria, Sofia, is situated in Western Bulgaria, in the foothills of the Vitosha Mountain. The city has well-established infrastructure and plenty of lovely real estates. We offer you the... more
40 sq.m. 606 sq.m. € 72000
This is a maintained property in very good condition and with attractive architecture, situated just on 12 km from the well developed ski resort- Borovetz. The close proximity to Borovets and Samokov gives you a lot of advantages as... more
170 sq.m. 800 sq.m. € 43000
Excellent offer! The property is situated in a nice village only 27 km away from the splendid capital city of Sofia. The village is at the foot of the mountains and is near a river and a dam. So the area is suitable either for fishing... more
75 sq.m. 0 sq.m. € 56000
A very luring offer! The beautiful capital of Bulgaria, Sofia, is situated in Western Bulgaria, in the foothills of the Vitosha Mountain. The city has well-established infrastructure and plenty of lovely real estates. We offer you the... more
2366 sq.m. 0 sq.m. € 319410
This spacious plot of 2366 sq.m of land is set at the outskirts of a tranquil village just 3 km away from the capital. Though the plot is not regulated at the moment this can be easily achieved. Electricity and water are available... more
1141 sq.m. 0 sq.m. € 148330
Set a few km away from the capital and close to a highway this appealing plot of 1 141 sq.m of land is now offered for sale. The plot is not regulated at the moment but this can be easily achieved. Water and electricity are available.... more
1000 sq.m. 0 sq.m. € 130000
Comprising of 1 000 sq.m of land this plot lovely plot is situated in a beautiful village some 3 km away from Sofia. The plot can be easily regulated. Electricity and water are available next to it. There is a good access as well.... more
1733 sq.m. 0 sq.m. € 259950
Situated at the upper end of a beautiful village some 3 km away from the capital of Sofia this spacious regulated plot is now offered on the market. The plot comprises of 1733 sq.m and it is suitable for the construction of a small... more
