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Bankya, Mineral spa town in western Bulgaria

The mineral springs of Bankya flow at a constant temperature of 37 degrees Celsius, producing clear waters rich in sodium and sulfate compounds.

Archaeological excavations near Bankya revealed Roman structures, buildings, walls, and bronze jewelry dating from the 4th to 5th centuries CE.

The Church of Martyrs Quiricus and Julitta, constructed in 1932, stands as a central religious monument in the heart of Bankya.

Located 17 kilometers from Sofia, Bankya offers regular public transportation connections to the capital city through bus and train services.

The Mineral Baths building, designed by Munich architect Carl Hocheder between 1907 and 1910, represents early 20th-century European spa architecture.

Location: Bankya District

Location: Stolichna Municipality

Elevation above the sea: 695 m

GPS coordinates: 42.70694,23.14724

Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:57

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