Blagoevgrad

Located in southwestern Bulgaria, Blagoevgrad Province—also known as Pirin Macedonia—serves as a vital crossroads bordering Greece and North Macedonia while encompassing 14 municipalities and the principal city of Blagoevgrad. With a total area of 6,449.47 square kilometers and a population exceeding 288,000, the region is distinguished by its significant towns such as Bansko, Sandanski, and Melnik, which anchor its diverse cultural and economic landscape.