Dobrich, Municipality seat in northeastern Bulgaria
Dobrich is a city in northeastern Bulgaria situated about 30 kilometers from the Black Sea coast at an elevation of 225 meters. It spreads across fertile agricultural land and is home to around 79,000 people.
The city was founded in the 16th century under Ottoman rule as Hacıoğlu Pazarcık and went through several name changes before becoming Dobrich in 1990. These shifts reflect the different periods the region experienced over the centuries.
The Ethnographic House from 1860 displays everyday objects and tools that show how people lived in this region long ago. Walking through it gives you a sense of local traditions and the skills residents once relied on.
The city has many schools and vocational institutions to serve residents. Visitors will find adequate facilities and services to move around and meet their basic needs.
The city is home to Bulgaria's largest World War I military cemetery, where around 3,000 soldiers from different countries are buried. This place serves as a reminder of the war's international impact.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
