Overview
Haskovo serves as the administrative centre of Haskovo Province in South-Central Bulgaria, with a population of about 65,000 (2021). The city offers a mix of Thracian archaeological sites, communist-era architecture, and proximity to mineral springs.
Architecture · Day Trips · History · Museums
Before you go
Connectivity
All three Bulgarian mobile operators provide 4G coverage. Area code is 38, post code is 6300.
Language
Primary language is Bulgarian. Some English may be found in tourist areas but Russian is also commonly spoken.
Money
Local currency is Bulgarian lev (лв). Prices for attractions range from 2-8 лв.
Transport
Nearest airport is Plovdiv (PDV) 70 km away. Railway station is renovated but in industrial area; bus station (Avtogara) is centrally located on Saedinenie Blvd.
