Lyulin
Sofia Metro Set to Extend with Two New Stations in Lyulin District
The Sofia Municipality has unveiled plans for the expansion of the metro network in the "Lyulin" district. The announcement signals a significant step forward in improving connectivity and mobility for residents in this densely populated area.
Sofia Grapples with Abandoned Cars: Over 1,700 Stickers Placed in Three Months
Sofia, the capital city of Bulgaria, faces a mounting challenge with abandoned vehicles cluttering its streets, as reported by the Metropolitan Inspectorate. In the first quarter of 2024 alone, a staggering 1,755 motor vehicles have been identified as meeting the criteria for end-of-life status, prompting urgent action from municipal authorities.
Bulgaria: Two Young Men were found Dead in the Sofia’s “Lyulin” District
The bodies of two young men were found in the "Lyulin" district of the Bulgarian capital, BTA reports, citing the Ministry of the Interior.
The Night Public Transport in Sofia might be Renewed
The Transport Committee of the Sofia City Council is today considering the proposal of municipal councilors Zafir Zarkov, Carlos Contrera, Simeon Stavrev and Boris Bonev to improve service in ground transport in the capital.
The night public transport in Sofia will be restored in two stages.
Reports of Fallen Branches, Trees and Damages after the Summer Storm in Sofia
As a result of the rainfall, accompanied by thunder, around ten reports have been received in Sofia so far, three of which are about fallen branches and trees and damages. This was announced by the Metropolitan Municipality.
Bulgarian Police Detained over 30 Migrants near Sofia
More than 30 migrants were detained this morning near Sofia, reported the Ministry of the Interior.
They were loaded into a Bulgarian minibus, the driver of which is also Bulgarian.
The police operation took place around 8:00 a.m. this morning at the beginning of the "Struma" highway near "Lyulin" district.
167 Villages in Bulgaria are without a Single Inhabitant
The depopulation of Bulgarian villages continues. In 1173 villages, which is about one fifth of all settlements in our country, live up to 50 people, and in 167 villages there is not a single inhabitant. This is shown by the data of the National Statistical Institute (NSI) at the end of 2021.
Two Months without Hot Water in different parts of Sofia
Due to scheduled repairs on the heat transmission network, the heat supply in several districts of the Bulgarian capital will be temporarily suspended, "Toplofikacia" (District Heating) Sofia announced.
From 16.05.2022 to 23.05.2022 there will be no hot water in parts of the residential area. "East"/"Iztok" with the following addresses:
Construction of Balkans' Longest Tunnel between Sofia and Burgas Starts in Bulgaria
Bulgaria has begun construction of the longest tunnel in the Balkans, as part of the railway between Sofia and the Bulgarian Black Sea city of Bourgas.
The tunnel is located about 30 kilometres from Sofia in a mountainous area and is 6.8 kilometres long, making it twice as long as Bulgaria's current longest tunnel, in Koznitsa.
Abandoned Baby Found in Sofia's Lyulin Neighborhood
An abandoned baby was found last night in the capital's Lyulin neighborhood. The baby is about 7-8 months of age and in good health.
The baby was found in a child car seat with a note - "Give it to the social. Good luck!". She was taken over by the services and housed in the St. Ivan Rilski Home for Social Care in Sofia.