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Important facts
Time zone: UTC+2, two hours ahead of London. Bulgaria uses daylight saving time (the clock goes forward 1 hour in the spring and back in the autumn).

Language. The official language is Bulgarian, which belongs to the group of Slavic languages. However, the staff of tourist centers and hotels in the larger
resorts have good command of English, German and Russian. On motorways, at airports and in resorts, the road and other signs are provided also in English. The English language is very popular especially with young people.

Religion. Bulgaria is a secular country. The bigger part of the population is of Orthodox Christians (85%), followed by Muslims (8%), and other (7%). The state guarantees the freedom of religion. The religious institutions are independent from the state. The Bulgarian Orthodox Church is autocephalous – it is ruled by a Patriarch, and services are delivered in Bulgarian. The majority of the Bulgarian Muslims belong to the Sunni branch, although there are also Shia Muslims (about 80 thousand people).

Government systems. Bulgaria is a parliamentary republic with a unicameral parliament, numbering 240 members, elected for a mandate of 4 years. The head of state is the President. He is elected by direct vote for a mandate of 5 years. The Council of Ministers is the main executive body of the country. The official name of the country in accordance with the Constitution, adopted in 1991, is Republic of Bulgaria. The country maintains diplomatic relations with 130 countries. It is a member of the UN (since 1955), and also of 300 other international organizations.


National symbols. The Bulgarian coat of arms represents a dark-red shield, topped with the historical Bulgarian crown. A crowned golden lion standing on his hind legs is portrayed on the 
shield. It is held by two crowned golden lions. Beneath the shield, there are oak branches and a band reading the motto “Unity Makes Strength”. The current Bulgarian coat of arms was adopted at a National Assembly session in 1998. The national flag – three stripes of white, green and red colour in descending order.
The anthem is the song “Dear Motherland”.

Official holidays:
• 1.01 – New Year;
• 3.03 – Liberation Day;
• 1.05 – International Workers’ Day;
• 6.05 – Saint George’s Day;
• 24.05 – Saints Cyril and Methodius Day
• 6.09 – Unification Day;
• 22.09 – Independence Day;
• 24-26.12 – Christmas.

Administrative division. Bulgaria is divided into 28 provinces and 278 municipalities. The head of the municipality is the mayor, who is elected by direct vote by the municipality population. The province is an administrative and territorial unit comprising several municipalities. It is governed by a province governor appointed by the Council of Ministers. All provinces are named after their central cities.

Economy. Bulgaria joined the European Union on 1 January 2007. The country is oriented towards integration with the EU member countries. Bulgaria’s main commercial partners are Russia, Germany, Italy, Romania, Greece, Turkey, Ukraine, Austria, Belgium, and China.

On 1 January 2008, the income tax for all categories of citizens became 10%. This is one of the lowest rates in the world and the lowest one in the EU. The profit tax is 10% – also one of the lowest in Europe. Business costs in Bulgaria are lower compared to the other Balkan countries.



Currency - Bulgarian lev (BGN, лв.), equal to 100 stotinki. Bulgarian lev pegged to the euro by law in the ratio BGN 1.95583. for 1 EUR. In circulation are banknotes
in denominations of 2, 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 leva.

Banks. Banks are open Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. It is 
recommended that you carry your passport as it may become necessary when exchanging currency or cashing cheques. 

Currency exchange can take place at banks or exchange bureaus (with inscription reading “CHANGE”). You are advised to choose only points of exchange which are commission-free (“NO COMMISSION”). The exchange rate at hotels and air
ports is always lower than those at the banks and that is why, if you have failed to exchange money, exchange in the hotel only the sums that are necessary.
On no account should you exchange money in the street with unfamiliar people. You are advised to keep your money and valuables in safes in order to avoid unpleasant situations. Safes are available in all hotels.

Important telephone numbers:
• Emergency phone: 112
• Police: 166
• Ambulance: 150
• Fire brigade: 160
• Roadside assistance: 146

Hotels. The electric mains voltage is 230 V, and sockets accommodate Europlugs. The key to your room should be preferably left at the reception in order to avoid losing it. Prior to checking out, you need to pay for any additional services (telephone, mini bar, etc.). Upon arrival at the hotel, the tourist receives a card which will be necessary upon checking out. Prior to departure, it is necessary to take it after the hotel administration has affixed the seal and the date of departure in order to submit it to the border control. Tourists are required to comply with the local laws and standards of behaviour, and respect the traditions, the cultural and religious customs. They need to take extra care while travelling, obey the personal safety rules, and observe the safety of their property and documents. Keep your valuables
in the hotel safe and make copies of your passport and visas. Familiarise yourself with the insurance terms and conditions stated in the insurance policy!

Beaches. Under the Constitution, the beaches are government property, but they can be granted on concession to different companies under certain terms and conditions. That is why the definition “private beach”, which some hotels like to use for the adjacent beaches, is practically incorrect; normally it refers only to some part of the beach. Areas for public and free use should be always available, regardless of the fact at which hotel the tourist is staying. The beach equipment is paid: the rent of
a sun-lounger and a parasol is about € 2-3 per day.