Ruse Province facts for kids
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Ruse Province
Област Русе
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Location of Ruse Province in Bulgaria
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| Country | Bulgaria |
| Capital | Ruse |
| Municipalities | 8 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2,803.4 km2 (1,082.4 sq mi) |
| Population
(February 2011)
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| • Total | 235,252 |
| • Density | 83.9167/km2 (217.343/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+2 (EET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+3 (EEST) |
| License plate | P |
| Website | ruse.bg |
Ruse Province is a region in Bulgaria. It is located in the northern part of the country. The main city and capital of the province is also called Ruse.
One of the most important landmarks here is the Danube Bridge. This bridge is special because it is one of only two bridges that cross the Danube River in Bulgaria.
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Exploring Ruse Province: What is it Like?
Ruse Province is a fascinating area in Bulgaria. It has a mix of cities and smaller towns. The province is known for its history and its connection to the Danube River.
How Many People Live Here?
As of February 2011, about 235,252 people lived in Ruse Province. This number helps us understand how big the communities are. The province covers an area of about 2,803.4 square kilometers.
What is a Province?
In Bulgaria, a province is like a large administrative area. It helps organize the country. Each province has its own capital city, which is the main center for the region. Ruse is the capital city for Ruse Province.
Understanding Municipalities in Ruse Province
Ruse Province is divided into smaller areas called municipalities. Think of a municipality as a local government area. Each municipality has its own main town or village.
How Many Municipalities are There?
There are eight municipalities in Ruse Province. Each one has its own local government. They help manage services for the people living there.
Which are the Main Towns?
The table below shows the names of each municipality. It also lists their main town or village. You can see how many people lived in each municipality and its main town as of December 2009.
| Municipality | Population | Main Town/Village | Town Population |
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| Borovo | 6,699 | Borovo | 2,330 |
| Byala | 14,962 | Byala | 9,015 |
| Vetovo | 13,738 | Vetovo | 4,777 |
| Dve Mogili | 10,341 | Dve Mogili | 4,342 |
| Ivanovo | 10,339 | Ivanovo | 880 |
| Ruse | 175,210 | Ruse | 156,509 |
| Slivo Pole | 11,635 | Slivo Pole | 3,169 |
| Tsenovo | 6,220 | Tsenovo | 1,673 |
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Location of Ruse Province in Bulgaria
See also
- Bulgaria
- Ruse, Bulgaria
- Danube Bridge
