Alexander Malinov

On September 22, 1908, Bulgaria took a momentous step in its history by declaring independence from the Ottoman Empire. This date marks a significant milestone in Bulgarian history, showcasing the political acumen of the nation's leaders and their ability to capitalize on favorable international circumstances.

A recent survey has ranked the best metro systems in Europe, revealing surprising results about the leaders in public transportation. Conducted by Bounce, the study evaluates major European capitals, indicating that some of the traditionally dominant systems have fallen behind. Notably, the London Underground, despite its fame, does not even make the top five.

Recent research conducted by the ecological association "For the Earth" has shed light on concerning levels of nitrogen dioxide pollution in Sofia, primarily attributed to traffic emissions.

Night transport in Sofia is being restored from today after a three-year interruption. There are two bus lines - #1 from "Lyulin 1" to "Mladost 4" and #2 from "Studentski Grad" to "Obelya".

Today, Sofia Municipality has announced it is introducing free buffer parking spaces for everyone who decides to use public transport instead of their vehicles, said the municipality press office. The measure is being taken in reference the expected increase in fine particulate matter levels

'Green ticket' day passеs for public transport will be sold today in Sofia, the municipality's press office reported.

Today, Thursday, 19 December, Sofia Municipality has announced that buffer parking spaces at metro stations will be free of charge for everyone who uses the public transport. The measure is being taken in reference to forecast elevated levels of fine particulate matter above 150 micrograms per cubic metre at two stations of the Executive Environmental Agency (EEA).

On 4th of December the ticket for all public transport lines will cost 1 leva, due to the high levels of fine particulate matter in the air in Sofia. The measure "green ticket" is introduced by the municipality, after the levels of the main pollutant in Sofia reached 7 times the norm according to the official data. High values ​​of fine particles were found in 16 other cities in Bulgaria.

Two city areas for the construction of skyscrapers will be established in Sofia, in the center of the city the construction will be up to 75 m.

New buildings in the center of Sofia will not be higher than 75 meters. If they are built at the foot of Vitosha Mountain - the maximum admissible height is 15 meters. This was made clear by the words of the chief architect of Sofia Zdravko Zdravkov, on the occasion of the report on the new look of the capital, prepared by the Danish urban planner Jan Geel, reports Darik.