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1. Now joined the EU
2. Full member of NATO
3. Political stability
4. Economic growth for 2006
5. Constant world-wide investment interest
6. Low property prices
7. Expanding tourist industry
8. Lower cost of living
9. Healthy climate
10. Friendly atmosphere
Click here for 7 Key Facts for Investors.
Bulgaria is a quiet, and largely rural country in southeastern Europe about the size of England but with population of only around 7.85 million. For years Bulgaria has been a favoured holiday destination for Eastern Europeans, but only in recent years it has opened its doors to the rest of the world. Its mountains, beaches and old-fashioned rural tranquility offer a glimpse of old Europe, a charming and affordable alternative to western Europe.
The natural beauty of Bulgaria is recognized around the world, there are several UNESCO world heritage sites. A great deal of attention is give to environment protection the waters and air are among the least polluted in Europe. Much of the Bulgarian countryside has not been explored by foreigners. Many rural areas untouched by modern life with hard working friendly people, always ready to help in any way they can.
Although rural life is little changed the amenities are still there for you. All villages have running water and electricity, mobile and land line telephones are available and of course TV/Radio and Satellite entertainment.
Although the infrastructure in villages in not fully developed there are tarmac roads and bus service, and you will find post offices, shops, bar/restaurants.
From most villages you can reach larger towns where many amenities are.
Bulgaria is situated in the South-Eastern part of the Balkan Peninsula. The country's population is 7.85 million and has a territory of 110,912 sq.km, bordering Greece and Turkey to the South, Republic of Macedonia and Serbia and Montenegro to the West. The River Danube separates it from Romania to the North. Its natural eastern border is the Black Sea. Bulgaria ranks fifteenth in size among the European countries. Its climate is Continental-Mediterranean.
Capital city: Sofia, with 1 200 000 inhabitants
Larger cities: Plovdiv (350 000 inhabitants), Varna (300 000 inhabitants), Bourgas (200 000 inhabitants), Stara Zagora (150 000 inhabitants), Rousse (140 000 inhabitants), Pleven (120 000 inhabitants), Veliko Tarnovo ( 80 000 inhabitants)
Highway network: 36 720 km
Railway system: 4 300 km
Airports: Sofia, Varna, Bourgas, Gorna Oriahovica (10km from Veliko Tarnovo)
Harbours: on the Black Sea - Varna, Bourgas, Balchick, Nessebur; on the Danube - Vidin, Lom, Oriakhovo, Nickopol, Svishtov, Rousse, Toutrackan, Sillistra
Official language: Bulgarian
Religion: Orthodox Christianity, Islam
Relief: The lowlands occupy 31%, the plains and the hilly terrains 41%, and the mountains 28% of the country.s territory. The larger mountain ranges are the Balkan mountains (with its highest peak Botev - 2376 m), the Rhodopes (highest peak - Goliam Perrelick - 2191 m), Rila (highest peak - Moussala - 2925 m), Pirin (highest peak - Vihren - 2914m), Vitosha (highest peak - Cherni Vruh - 2290 m).
Climate: The predominant climate in Bulgaria is moderate and transitional continental. (2,000 to 2,400 hours of sunlight per year). Four seasons. Dry and hot summer. Average temperature (April - September): + 23 °C. Cold winter with snowfalls, average temperature: 0 °C. The average yearly temperature is 10.5 °C.
A Mediterranean climate, with dry summers and mild, humid winters, prevails in the valley of the southwestern Rhodope Mountains. The northern limits of the climatic zone is the Balkan Range.
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7 Key Facts for Investors.....
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1. HUGE RISES IN KEY AREAS
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Reap off great profits in key areas where Bulgaria property rose by more than 100% last 12 months
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2. BIG OVERALL INCREASE
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Across Bulgaria, last year, the value of property had increased by astonishing 31% and more expected this year.
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3. LOW PROPERTY PRICES
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Compared to other hotspots worldwide, Bulgaria property is still undervalued, thus offering great investment potential
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4. CONTINUING GROWTH
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And now with EU membership growth is expected to continue to increase.
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5. EXPANDING TOURIST INDUSTRY
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Knockout views, spectacular coast line, rich cultural treasury and low costs attract millions of tourists from all around
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6. INCREASED SECURITY AND STABILITY
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Member of NATO, joined the EU in January 2007, Bulgaria is solid ground for investors. Never been a better time to buy than now
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7. DOUBLE YOUR MONEY
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Many people who invested in Bulgaria property last year had doubled their money only from property value rise
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