Sofia
Sofia is the capital and largest city of the Republic of Bulgaria, with a population of over 1,250,000. It is located in western Bulgaria, at the foot of the mountain massif Vitosha, and is the administrative, cultural, and industrial centre of the country.One of the oldest capital cities in Europe, the history of Sofia dates back to the 8th century BC, when Thracians established a settlement there. 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.
Although Sofia is full of churches, museums and other sights of historical interest Within the region of Sofiya is two of the largest ski resorts in Bulgaria.
