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Saturday, 12 June 2004 |
District: Vratza
Population: 14 636
Altitude: 126m.
Postal code: 3200
Tel. code: 0915
Average annual t°: 12-14°C
Geographical position: 43°28` latitude North
23°57` longitude East
The town of Biala Slatina is situated in the Danube hilly plain, upon the ledges of Skat River. It occupies a central position in the Northwest Bulgaria and is at almost equal distance from the Danube River and the Fore Balkan (30km.). It is located in the center of a triangle formed by the towns Vratza-50km. in the south, Montana-75km. in the west and Pleven-60km. in the east. Sofia is 150km. away. The administrative center of the district is Vratza.
The temperate continental climate and vast plains with rich soils of the region have attracted human attention as early as antiquity. The pottery and other objects from the neolith, the artifacts from the Bronze Age, the Thracian mounds (some of them still intact today) and the Slavs’ remains prove the existence of many different settlements and civilizations on the territory of the present town and its surroundings. In the history of the Balkans one can read about the uprising against the Ottoman oppression, which erupted in Biala Slatina and its severe crush. A lot of artifacts can be seen in the History Museum in Vratza.
The town plan has been made in accordance with the Greek model and that’s why it is famous for its straight streets, which lead to the central part. The abundance of trees and flourishing gardens in Biala Slatina make it look like a big park, which is especially beautiful in spring and autumn.
The town is not really famous as a tourist center but it is ideal place for people, who look for a calm and peaceful life. Its central position between the mountain and the river makes it an attractive spot for living.
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