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Nominal GDP
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Belarus’ population is 42% larger than that of Bulgaria, a difference of 2,691,208.
Belarus’ surface area is 87% larger than that of Bulgaria, a difference of 96,632 km².
Bulgaria’s population density is 32% higher than that of Belarus, a difference of 14 /km².
Bulgaria’s nominal GDP is 49% larger than that of Belarus, a difference of $37.38 billion.
Bulgaria’s GDP per capita is 112% higher than that of Belarus, a difference of $9,278.
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Minsk
Sofia
9,132,629
6,441,421
207,629 km²
110,997 km²
44 /km²
58 /km²
$75.96 billion · 2024
$113.34 billion · 2024
$8,318 · 2024
$17,596 · 2024
Europe
Europe
Eastern Europe
Eastern Europe
Belarusian ruble · BYN · Br
Bulgarian lev · BGN · Лв.
Belarusian
Bulgarian
+375
+359
.by
.bg
BY / BLR
BG / BGR
Europe/Minsk
Europe/Sofia
Белару́сь
България
| Measure | Belarus | Bulgaria |
|---|---|---|
| Capital | Minsk | Sofia |
| Population | 9,132,629 | 6,441,421 |
| Surface area | 207,629 km² | 110,997 km² |
| Population density | 44 /km² | 58 /km² |
| Nominal GDP | $75.96 billion · 2024 | $113.34 billion · 2024 |
| GDP per capita | $8,318 · 2024 | $17,596 · 2024 |
| Region | Europe | Europe |
| Subregion | Eastern Europe | Eastern Europe |
| Currency | Belarusian ruble · BYN · Br | Bulgarian lev · BGN · Лв. |
| Nationality | Belarusian | Bulgarian |
| Phone code | +375 | +359 |
| Internet domain | .by | .bg |
| ISO codes | BY / BLR | BG / BGR |
| Time zone | Europe/Minsk | Europe/Sofia |
| Native name | Белару́сь | България |
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Belarus, known as the "Lungs of Europe," is a landlocked nation in Eastern Europe that captivates with its serene landscapes, resilient spirit, and warm hospitality, offering travelers a glimpse into a country where tradition and modernity gently intertwine.
Full Belarus profile →Nestled at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Bulgaria is a land of soaring mountains, sun‑kissed Black Sea beaches, and ancient towns that whisper tales of empires and endurance.
Full Bulgaria profile →The capital of Belarus is Minsk.
Belarus has a recorded population of approximately 9,132,629 people.
Belarus covers an area of about 207,629 km².
Belarus has a population density of roughly 44 /km² (people per square kilometre).
Belarus has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $75.96 billion as of 2024.
Belarus has a GDP per capita of approximately $8,318.
Belarus uses the Belarusian ruble (BYN), with the symbol Br.
Belarus is located in Eastern Europe, Europe.
The native name of Belarus is Белару́сь.
People from Belarus are referred to as Belarusian.
The international dialing code for Belarus is +375.
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Belarus is .by.
Belarus uses the Europe/Minsk time zone.
Belarus, known as the "Lungs of Europe," is a landlocked nation in Eastern Europe that captivates with its serene landscapes, resilient spirit, and warm hospitality, offering travelers a glimpse into a country where tradition and modernity gently intertwine.
The capital of Bulgaria is Sofia.
Bulgaria has a recorded population of approximately 6,441,421 people.
Bulgaria covers an area of about 110,997 km².
Bulgaria has a population density of roughly 58 /km² (people per square kilometre).
Bulgaria has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $113.34 billion as of 2024.
Bulgaria has a GDP per capita of approximately $17,596.
Bulgaria uses the Bulgarian lev (BGN), with the symbol Лв..
Bulgaria is located in Eastern Europe, Europe.
The native name of Bulgaria is България.
People from Bulgaria are referred to as Bulgarian.
The international dialing code for Bulgaria is +359.
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Bulgaria is .bg.
Bulgaria uses the Europe/Sofia time zone.
Nestled at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Bulgaria is a land of soaring mountains, sun‑kissed Black Sea beaches, and ancient towns that whisper tales of empires and endurance.