Webcam Sofia. Boyana neighborhood
Sofia is the capital of Bulgaria, the administrative center of the city region of the same name and its only municipality of Stolichna. It is located at an altitude of 550 meters in the middle part of Western Bulgaria. Its population is approximately 1.1 million people.
Sofia is one of the oldest cities in Europe, founded more than seven thousand years ago.
It is a symbol of the eternal link between past and present, harmoniously combining Thracian, Roman, Ottoman, Bulgarian monuments and super modern buildings. The city is full of palaces, churches, cathedrals, national museums and picturesque ruins.
The life of the Bulgarian capital is rich, full of ideas and innovations.
Sofia is an important political, economic and cultural center in which European and Oriental traditions merge. Prestigious educational institutions providing serious and modern education in medicine, architecture and humanities are concentrated here.
With an airport and expressways the city is a major transportation hub.
Since ancient times Sofia has been famous for its thermal and cold springs with various curative properties. The neighboring areas are striking in their natural beauty, creating an ideal environment for active recreation.
The excellent climate, national hospitality, rich traditions, unique historical and natural landmarks attract around five million tourists to Sofia annually. Many international festivals, city festivals and exhibitions are held in the Bulgarian capital.
