Sofia City, Administrative region in Sofia, Bulgaria
Sofia City is an administrative region covering the entire metropolitan area with central neighborhoods and outer districts at the base of Vitosha Mountain. It is divided into 24 administrative districts, each with local councils managing essential services including transportation, education, and public infrastructure.
The administrative region was established in 1987 to better manage the rapidly expanding capital by separating city functions from broader regional administration. This reorganization allowed for more efficient handling of the increasingly complex needs of the metropolitan area.
The area houses multiple theaters, museums, and galleries where residents and visitors regularly engage with Bulgarian art, literature, and performing traditions.
The area extends from the city center to hilly outskirts, offering varied terrain and elevation that helps with orientation. Visitors should note that distances between central locations and outer districts are substantial, and multiple forms of transportation may be needed to explore different parts.
This administrative region is unique in Bulgaria because its boundaries match exactly with the city of Sofia rather than encompassing a broader region. This arrangement makes it a distinctive case within the country's administrative structure.
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