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Region: Vidin | |||||
| Area Size: 3,033km2 | ||||||
| Population: 101,018 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: Vidin is one of the smallest regions in Bulgaria and is situated in the north-western part of the country. To the north its limits meet the banks of Danube River and coincide with the state border between Bulgaria and Romania, while to the west they coincide with the national border with Serbia. The district encompasses the Vidin lowland from the Danube’s curve and stretches to the northern slopes of the Western Balkan Mountain. Its location is of major importance for the region’s economical growth. The international route E-79 connecting the Baltic and the Mediterranean passes through the region. The river port of Vidin is the second biggest after Rousse and is a very important transport junction. It is located approximately 200 km north from Sofia, 43 km from the Serbian border and approximately 100 km north from Montana. The whole province includes a total of 11 municipalities – Vidin, Belogradchik, Kula, Boynitsa, Bregovo, Chuprene, Dimovo, Gramada, Makresh, Novo selo and Ruzhintsi. Vidin is the biggest town in the province and is also the administrative centre. In the past, the medieval fortresses “Baba Vida” and “Kaleto” near Vidin were used for defense because of their key strategic location. They are still well preserved and turned into open museums for tourists from all across the country and abroad. | ||||||
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Region: Montana | |||||
| Area Size: 3,627km2 | ||||||
| Population: 148,098 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: Montana Region covers the central regions of Northwestern Bulgaria. It is bounded by Vidin, Vratza and Sofia Regions; to the north it reaches out to the Danube and borders Romania and to the southwest it borders Serbia. The territory of the municipality covers parts of the hilly Danubi an Plain, the fore-Balkan Mountains and of the proper Balkan range. The landscape is predominantly hilly but in the northern parts it is plain; in the south one can find the higher ridges of the Chiprovtzi-Berkovitsa Mountains and Koznitza. Water transport is a significant factor for the development of the region. The harbor of Lom is the second biggest river port in Bulgaria after Ruse. The Danube River is connected through the so-called "Europe Channel" with the rivers of Main and Rhine and connects the North Sea with the Black Sea. Some of the bigger rivers crossing the region are the Ogosta, the Lom and the Tzibritza. There are mineral springs near Varshetz and the villages of Zamphirovo, Spanchevtzi and Barziya. The Balkan Mountains shelter reserves with age-old spruce trees – Usketo and Gorna Koriya. | ||||||
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Region: Vratza | |||||
| Area Size: 3,937km2 | ||||||
| Population: 186,848 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: Vratza Region is situated in the eastern part of Northwestern Bulgaria. It is bounded by the regions of Montana, Lovech, Pleven and Sofia. To the north it borders the Danube, hence Romania. The territory of the region covers part of the Danubian plain and parts of the Balkan Mountains. The Ogosta, Skat and Iskar rivers cross the region. With its diverse, unique and beautiful nature Vratza Region offers great opportunities for tourism – amateur, ecological, rural, hunting, cave tourism and alpinism. There are a lot of archeological and historic monuments in the region. Of particular value are treasures masterpieces of Thracian art. Vratza treasure of the 4th century BC was discovered on the Mogilan hill in Vratza. | ||||||
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Region: Pleven | |||||
| Area Size: 4,337km2 | ||||||
| Population: 269,752 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: Pleven Region encompasses the central part of the Danube Plain and a section of the fore-Balkan Mountains. It is bounded by the regions of Vratza, Lovech and Veliko Tarnovo and north by the Danube River. Pleven district is a well-developed agricultural region. There are deposits of natural oil and gas near the town of Dolni Dubnik and the village of Gigen. The most important water resources in the region are the Danube River and its tributaries, the Iskar, the Vit and the Osam rivers. The region provides excellent conditions for ecotourism and balneological tourism. The most important water resources in the region are the Danube River and its tributaries, the Iskar, the Vit and the Osam rivers. The region provides excellent conditions for ecotourism and balneological tourism. | ||||||
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Region: Veliko Tarnovo | |||||
| Area Size: 4,662km2 | ||||||
| Population: 258,494 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: Veliko Tarnovo Region is situated in Central Northern Bulgaria. It is bounded north by the Danube River and south by the Balkan Mountains. It also borders the regions of Pleven, Lovech, Gabrovo, Stara Zagora, Sliven, Targovishte and Ruse. The relief in the region is diverse – there are lowlands, hilly plains, river valleys and heights of the fore-Balkan Mountains, parts of the central Balkans. The Yantra is the largest and high water river in the region. Some other big rivers are Yantra`s tributaries – the Rositza and Dryanovo Rivers. Well-developed is the stockbreeding sector. Here are some of the most visited cultural and historic sites which make tourism a significant part of the region’s economics. The region was also the host of the capital city of the Second Bulgarian Kingdom – Veliko Tarnovo. Among the most visited sites are the medieval castle of Tzarevetz and the impressive audiovisual spectacle "Sound and Light", a unique performance on the Balkan Peninsula. | ||||||
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Region: Razgrad | |||||
| Area Size: 2,637km2 | ||||||
| Population: 125,190 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: Razgrad Region is situated in the northeastern part of the Danubian Plain, in a plain and hilly area. It is bounded by the regions of Ruse, Silistra, Shumen and Turgovishte. The larger part of the region being in the Ludogorsko Plateau. The region is poor in water resources. The only large river is the Beli (White) Lom, which divides the region in two – the northern and the southern parts. The international road Ruse-Varna passes across the region as well as the Ruse-Varna railroad the first railway built in Bulgaria. The Bulgarian Alians (Kazilbashi) occupy the area near the towns of Kubrat and Isperih. They have interesting customs and traditions preserved even today. The Bulgarian Alians (Kazilbashi) occupy the area near the towns of Kubrat and Isperih. They have interesting customs and traditions preserved even today. | ||||||
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Region: Ruse | |||||
| Area Size: 2,791km2 | ||||||
| Population: 235,252 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: Ruse Region includes a part of the hilly Danubian Plain, the Danubian riverside plain of Pobrezhie and part of Ludogorie lowlands. It is bounded by the regions of Silistra, Razgrad, Targovishte and Veliko Tarnovo, and borders Romania to the north with the Danube River as a boundary. Some of the big rivers are the Yantra and the Rusenski Lom. The region is important for the national transport system. The Danube River is linked through the European waterway system with the Mein and the Rhine rivers and connects the North Sea with the Black Sea. The first railroad line in Bulgaria – Ruse–Varna, built in 1866, crosses the region. Important roads and railways connect the region with the rest of the country and one of two bridges over the danube. | ||||||
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Region: Silistra | |||||
| Area Size: 2,846km2 | ||||||
| Population: 119,474 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: Silistra Region is situated in the north-eastern part of Bulgaria, on the bank of the Danube River. It is bounded by the regions of Russe, Razgrad, Shumen and Dobrich. It also borders on Romania by land and by the Danube River. The territory of the region includes parts of the hilly Danubian Plain, Dobrudzha and Ludogorie lowlands. The relief is predominantly plain. Rivers, which flow through the region, are small and they often run dry in summer. The Danube River is a natural waterway connecting Silistra with Central and Eastern Europe. The landscape is agricultural; grain and technical crops are generally grown. | ||||||
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Region: Dobrich | |||||
| Area Size: 4,723km2 | ||||||
| Population: 189,677 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: The region of Dobrich is located in North-eastern Bulgaria. It covers part of the Danubian plain and the area called Dobrudzha. Varna and Shoumen regions are situated to the south and south-west, while Silistra province neighbors the Dobrich region to the north-west. The limits of Dobrich district also coincide with the state’s border between Bulgaria and Serbia, while to the east it meets the waters of the Black sea. The region can be described as rural with flat hills and wide, even valleys. Compared to other Bulgarian provinces, Dobrich is not as rich in water resources as the other ones. The small lagoon lakes of Shabla and Durankulak are of utmost importance to the region, as they are an important nestling place for many birds. The town of Dobrich is not only the administrative centre of the province, but is also the main agricultural centre for the whole northern part of Bulgaria. | ||||||
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Region: Varna | |||||
| Area Size: 3,818km2 | ||||||
| Population: 475,074 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: Varna Region is located in North-Eastern Bulgaria. It borders the regions of Dobrich, Shumen and Burgas as well as the Black Sea to the east. The region is generally hilly and along the river valleys of Kamchia and Provadiyska, it is plain. The seashore has wide stripes of sand towards which wooded mountain slopes run down in terraces. The coastal line is shaped by the bays of Varna, Kamchia and Sveti Yani as well as the promontories of Galata and Cherni (Black). The area is rich in ground and karst water. There are two firth lakes beside the sea - Varna and Beloslavsko, connected in 1923 by a navigable canal. There is mineral water rich in iodine near Varna and in the valley of Kamchia River. Both industry and agriculture are well developed in Varna Region. The Ruse-Varna railway line, the oldest one in Bulgaria, passes through this area linking the Black Sea and Danube region. | ||||||
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Region: Targovishte | |||||
| Area Size: 2,716km2 | ||||||
| Population: 120,818 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: Targovishte Region is situated in North-Eastern Bulgaria. It borders Ruse Region, Razgrad Region, Shumen Region, Sliven Region, and Veliko Tarnvo Region. The relief is a combination of hills and plains. The territory of the region involves the eastern part of the Danubian Plain, the Popovo Uplands, and parts of the Razgrad Heights, the eastern fore-Balkan and Lisa Mountains. The rivers have low waters and most of them dry out in summer. The Black Lom River, the Vrana River, and the Grand (Golyama) River are the larger among them. There are spa springs near Targovishte and the largest dam is Yastrebino. The region has transport importance. It is crossed by Hemus Highway and the Sofia-Varna railroad. Agriculture is well developed here. The Chardonnay and Muskat wines from the Targovishte Region are prominent all over the world. | ||||||
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Region: Shumen | |||||
| Area Size: 3,379km2 | ||||||
| Population: 180,528 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: Shumen Region is situated in the central part of North-Eastern Bulgaria. It is bounded by the regions of Varna, Burgas, Sliven, Targovishte, Razgrad, Silistra and Dobrich. It extends over the Shumen Plateau, parts of the Ludogorie Plateau and the Provadiysko Plateau, parts of the Samuil Heights, the Dragoevska Mountain and the eastern Balkan Mountains. The region is cut by the Goliama Kamchia River, the Ticha River, the Vrana River, the Provadia River, etc. There are mineral springs at the foot of the Balkan Mountain and a spa resort – Mineralna voda. A big dam is built on the Ticha River. The Sofia-Varna and Shumen-Karnobat railroad lines, the Hemus highway, the Russe-Shumen-Varna, Sofia-Targovishte-Belokopitovo and Silistra-Shumen-Yambol international roads pass through the region. The Varbishki Pass and the Rishki Pass connect Northern and Southern Bulgaria. | ||||||
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Region: Bourgas | |||||
| Area Size: 7,747km2 | ||||||
| Population: 415,817 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: Burgas Region is one of the most developed regions in Bulgaria. It is situated in the southeastern part of the country and is the second biggest after Sofia Region. It is bounded by the regions of Varna, Shumen, Sliven and Yambol; the eastern and southern boundaries to the Black Sea and Turkey coincide with the national borders. The region is widely known for its vine-growing and wine production traditions. The wines of Sungurlare are very famous. They are produced of the following grape varieties: Misket, Muskat Ottonel, Chardonnay, Riesling, Ugni Blanc – for white wine, and Cabernet, Merlot, Pamid – for red wine. The Black Sea coastal areas and beaches with fine golden sand together with the thermal mineral springs provide favorable conditions for relaxation and recreation and for the development of balneological and sea tourism. | ||||||
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Region: Yambol | |||||
| Area Size: 3,355km2 | ||||||
| Population: 131,477 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: Yambol Region is situated in the southeastern part of Bulgaria. It is bounded by the regions of Sliven, Burgas, Haskovo and Stara Zagora, and borders Turkey to the south. The landscape is predominantly plain and hilly. The region encompasses the Yambol Plain, the Elhovo Plain, the Bakadzhik Hills, parts of the Sakar Mountains, the Svetliyskite, the Derventskite and the Manastirskite Heights. Tundzha is the largest river in the region. Malko Sharkovo dam is constructed on the Popovska river. There are mineral springs in the village of Stefan Karadzhovo, near the town of Straldzha and the village of Pravdino. Along the course of the Tundzha River there are well preserved riparian dense forests, called the "ormani". In the nature reserves of Gorna Topchiya, Dolna Topchiya and Balabana, and in the protected areas of the Ormana and "Тhe Swamp" (Blatoto) there are many rare animal and herbaceous species. | ||||||
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Region: Sliven | |||||
| Area Size: 3,544km2 | ||||||
| Population: 197,473 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: Sliven Region is situated in South-Eastern Bulgaria and is bounded by the regions of Yambol, Burgas, Veliko Tarnovo, Targovishte, Shumen and Stara Zagora. The Sofia-Burgas railroad crosses the territory of the region. Several passes in the Balkan Mountains (Tvarditza, Kotlen and Vratnik) connect the region with Northern Bulgaria. The relief is diverse – semi-mountainous and mountainous to the north, and plain – to the south. The region covers the Tundzha hilly area and the plains of Nova Zagora, Kermen and Sliven. The Elena-Tvarditza Mountains and the Sliven Mountains, which are parts of the Balkan Mountain range, rise to the north. The territory of the region is cut by the Tundzha River (the biggest tributary of the Maritsa), the Luda Kamchia River, the Assenovska River, the Blatnitza River, the Stara Reka (the Old River), etc. Zhrebchevo dam, one of the oldest in the country, is on the Tundzha River, and Assenovets Dam is in the valley of the Assenovska River. Spa springs near Sliven and Nova Zagora are prerequisites for the development of balneological tourism. | ||||||
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Region: Stara Zagora | |||||
| Area Size: 5,152km2 | ||||||
| Population: 333,265 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: Stara Zagora Region is situated in the middle of Southern Bulgaria. It is bounded by the regions of Sliven, Yambol, Haskovo, Plovdiv, Gabrovo and Veliko Tarnovo. It covers the Stara Zagora plain, Kazanlak kettle, some of the middle parts of the Balkan Mountains and the Sredna Gora Mountains. The Trakia and Maritza highways as well as the Sofia-Karlovo-Burgas, Sofia-Plovdiv-Burgas and Ruse-Podkova railroads cross the region. The region is rich in water resources. Besides the upper stream of the Tundzha River and its numerous tributaries, the area is abundant in karst springs. There are a lot of mineral springs in Pavel Banya, Stara Zagora spas, the village of Yagoda. Koprinka dam is one of the biggest in the country. The fertile Kazanlak kettle is famous for its special sorts of fragrant roses from which the precious rose oil is extracted. In the vicinity of Radnevo is the mining and power plant complex Maritza-Iztok. | ||||||
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Region: Haskovo | |||||
| Area Size: 5,538km2 | ||||||
| Population: 246,238 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: Haskovo region is situated in eastarn part of the South-Central Bulgaria. It is bounded by the regions of Plovdiv, Stara Zagora, Yambol and Kardzhali. The southeastern boundery of the region coincides with the national border with Greece and Turkey.The railroad and the Sofia-Istanbul international highway together with Trakia (Thrace) highway pass through the region. The territory of Haskovo region includes the southwestern ridges of the Sakar Mountains and the northernmost spurs of the eastern Rhodopes. The rivers that flow through the area are the Maritza, the Arda and the Sazliika. There are hot mineral water springs in the balneological resorts of Mineralni Bani and Merichlery, in Simeonovgrad and the village of Dolno Botevo. There are favorable conditions for the development of cultural, rural and ecotourism. | ||||||
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Region: Kardzhali | |||||
| Area Size: 3,208km2 | ||||||
| Population: 152,808 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: Kardzhali Region is situated in the eastern Rhodope Mountains between the Upper Thracian Plain and the Aegean Thrace. It is bounded by the regions of Smolyan, Plovdiv and Haskovo; Kardzhali Region also borders Greece to the south. Kardzhali is a poor, agricultural (primarily tobacco-growing) region, rich in ores and minerals. The landscape is dominated by steep slopes and hilly areas. The region has more than 50 caves, natural phenomena and picturesque, deep and beautiful valleys (of the Arda, the Varbitsa, the Krumovitsa and the Byala Reka rivers). The nature reserves have preserved ancient forests of European black pine (Pinus nigra) and species of the unique evergreen Thracian oak (Quercus thracica). | ||||||
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Region: Smolyan | |||||
| Area Size: 3,193km2 | ||||||
| Population: 121,752 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: Smolyan Region is situated in Southern Bulgaria. It is bounded by the regions of Plovdiv, Pazardzhik, Kardzhali and Blagoevgrad, and to the south it borders on Greece. The relief in the region is mountainous. It covers the eastern part of the Rhodope Mountains with venerable coniferous forests and pastures. The main road passing through the area is the Plovdiv–Smolyan road. In the region is developed the livestock. Near Madan there are deposits of lead and zinc ores. The nature of the Rhodope Mountains is the perfect place for winter and summer tourism, rural tourism, hunting and ecotourism. Most of the populated areas are tourist centers. In the pretty villages of Momchilovtsi, Smilian, Gela, etc. one can taste traditional cuisine of the Rhodopes, hear and see the famous dances and songs of the Rhodopes. | ||||||
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Region: Plovdiv | |||||
| Area Size: 5,962km2 | ||||||
| Population: 683,027 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: Plovdiv Region is situated in Southern Bulgaria, bounded by the regions of Pazardzhik, Sofia, Lovech, Stara Zagora, Haskovo, Kurdzhali and Smolyan. It includes the Upper Thracian Plain, parts of the Rhodope Mountains, the Sredna Gora Mountains, the sub-Balkan valleys and the Balkan Mountains. The region is important from a transport point of view – the road from Western Europe to Istanbul crosses the region, as does the Trakia (Thrace) highway connecting South-Western Bulgaria with the Black Sea coastline and the route connecting Northern and Southern Bulgaria. The Maritza River and its tributaries the Pyasuchnik, the Stryama, the Vucha, the Chepelarska , etc. cross the region of Plovdov. There are thermal springs at numerous places: in the vicinity of Hisarya, Klisura, Asenovgrad, Banya, in the villages of Kuklen, Narechen, Krasnovo, Stoletovo, Rozino, Bogdan, Kliment and elsewhere. There are many natural landmarks in the region – the reserves of Dzhendema, Red Wall, Kormisosh, Old River, the beautiful waterfalls of Suchurum and Raisko Pruskalo, the Topchika Cave and Dry Cave, etc. | ||||||
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Region: Pazardzhik | |||||
| Area Size: 4,459km2 | ||||||
| Population: 275,548 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: The region is located in the central part of Southern Bulgaria and borders on the regions of Sofia, Plovdiv, Blagoevgrad and Smolyan. Pazardzhik district includes a total of 11 municipalities – Batak, Belovo, Bratsigovo, Lesichovo, Panagyurishte, Pazardzhik, Peshtera, Rakitovo, Septemvri, Strelcha and Velingrad. The infrastructure of the province is just as diverse as its land surface – the Trakia highway (part of the E-80 route) and the international CE-70 railway run through the plains of the district. On the other hand, roads to numerous towns and villages become more curved and narrow when entering the mountain ridges. Similar variety can be observed also in regards to the climate can also be made for the climate – mild continental (warm winters and hot summers) in the valleys, and sub-zero winter temperatures in the mountains. There are 78 mineral water springs in Velingrad and the adjacent area. | ||||||
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Region: Blagoevgrad | |||||
| Area Size: 6,452km2 | ||||||
| Population: 323,552 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: The region of Blagoevgrad is located in South-Western Bulgaria and borders on Greece, Macedonia and four other districts – Smolyan, Pazardzhik, Kyustendil and Sofia. It embraces parts of the Rhodopes and the Rila Mountain with the highest summit on the Balkans – Mount Musala (2925 m). It also covers the Pirin, Ograzhden, Vlahina, and Belasitza mountains. Two large rivers – Struma and Mesta, flow through the region forming picturesque valleys. The beautiful nature of Blagoevgrad region is considered a big resource that will have in future bigger meaning for the development of the region. The climate in the most southern regions ranges from continental and alpine to Mediterranean. The nature resources of the region of Blagoevgrad are wood, coals, ore, mineral springs (40 percent from the general capacity of the country), building materials – granite, marble. The agricultural land is 38.8 percent and the forests – 52 percent. | ||||||
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Region: Kustendil | |||||
| Area Size: 3,084km2 | ||||||
| Population: 136,686 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: Kyustendil region occupies parts of South-western Bulgaria and has 9 municipalities – Kyustendil, Sapareva Banya, Dupnitza, Bobov Dol, Rila, Kocherinovo, Nevestino, Boboshevo and Treklyano. It borders on the regions of Sofia and Pernik to the east, on Blagoevgrad district to the south, while to the west, its limits coincide with the state borders between Bulgaria and Macedonia, and Bulgaria and Serbia. The district includes parts of several cross-border mountains, which altogether form the so-called “Kyustendilsko kraishte” (Kyustendil Corner-land). To the south, the territory of the region reaches the ridges of the Osogovo, Vlahina and Rila Mountains. | ||||||
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Region: Pernik | |||||
| Area Size: 2,392km2 | ||||||
| Population: 133,530 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: Pernik Region is situated in West Bulgaria. It borders the regions of Sofia, Kyustendil and Sofia City. Its north-western boundary coincides with the national border with Serbia. This region lies in the valley of Pernik, Radomir and Breznik and includes parts of the mountains of Verila, Vitosha, Lyulin, Viskiar, etc. The rivers of Struma and Erma run through the region. There are mineral springs near the towns of Breznik and Rudartzi. The region is abundant in mineral resources. There are rich deposits of coal, ores, clays, limestone, which determines the development of industry as the main economic sector. Ostritza Reserve in the mountain of Golo Bardo, the cliffs of Zemen, the gorge of Erma River, Duhlata Cave (the longest cave in Bulgaria) and other natural landmarks offer conditions for development of ecotourism. | ||||||
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Region: Sofia | |||||
| Area Size: 8,403km2 | ||||||
| Population: 1,539,080 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: Sofia Province borders on three sides to the city of Sofia, but does not include it. Because of the large area and population of Bulgaria’s capital, the city has been marked as a separate province. The district has a territory of 7 059 sq.km and has 273 240 inhabitants. It includes 22 municipalities: Anton, Botevgrad, Bozhurishte, Chavdar, Chelopech, Dolna Banya, Dragoman, Elin Pelin, Etropole, Ihtiman, Godech, Gorna Malina, Koprivshtitsa, Kostenets, Kostinbrod, Mirkovo, Pirdop, Pravets, Samokov, Slivnitsa, Svoge and Zlatitsa. The landscape has mainly mountainous features. To the north are the southern slopes of the Balkan Mountains and to the south rises Rila with the highest mount on the Balkan peninsula – Mount Musala. There are also several smaller mountains and spacious valleys. One of the most prominent ski resorts in Bulgaria, Borovets, is located just a few kilometers from Samokov, in the heart of Rila Mountain. | ||||||
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Region: Lovech | |||||
| Area Size: 4,128km2 | ||||||
| Population: 141,752 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: Lovech Region is situated in central northern Bulgaria. It is bounded by the regions of Pleven, Veliko Tarnovo, Gabrovo, Plovdiv, Sofia and Vratza. Its territory is a combination of plains and hills. Nature has been very generous to these lands where the Balkan Mountains and the Danubian Plain meet, the Vit, the Osam, the Vidima Rivers run together with their tributaries. The administrative centre of the district is Lovech – a town located along the river banks of Osam River. The region has good transport connections with the southern Bulgarian regions through the Troyan Pass. | ||||||
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Region: Gabrovo | |||||
| Area Size: 2,023km2 | ||||||
| Population: 122,702 people | ||||||
| In a Nutshell: Gabrovo Region is situated in Central Northern Bulgaria, bounded by the regions of Veliko Tarnovo, Lovech and Stara Zagora. Regional center is town of Gabrovo. The relief of the region is diverse, mostly mountainous. The area of Gabrovo Region covers some middle parts of the Balkan Mountains and the fore-Balkans, the valleys of the Yantra, Rositza, Vidima, Drianovska rivers as well as several kettles and plateaus, and Gabrovo and Sevlievo heights. The Ruse–Podkova railroad runs through the region crossing the Balkan Mountains and connecting Northern Bulgaria with Southern Bulgaria. The leading sector in the region is industry while stockbreeding is the most developed one in agriculture. The area of Gabrovo Region has been inhabited since ancient times. | ||||||
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