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Pliska, Bulgaria
Shumen · Bulgaria
Pliska is a small town in Shumen, Bulgaria with a population of 1,263. Elevation: 525 ft (160 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Pliska
Pliska was the first capital of the First Bulgarian Empire during the Middle Ages and is now a small town in Shumen Province, on the Ludogorie plateau of the Danubian Plain, 20 km northeast of the provincial capital, Shumen.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 1,263 |
| Population Density | 80 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 525 ft (160 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.3667°, 27.1167° |
| Timezone | Europe/Sofia |
| Country | 🇧🇬 Bulgaria |
| State / Province | Shumen |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.1 inches (561 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.7 inches (12 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,404 |
About Pliska
Pliska is a small town in Bulgaria (Shumen) with a population of 1,263. The city sits at an elevation of 525 feet (160 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Sofia.
Income: Pliska vs Bulgaria
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,404 |
| 62% below Bulgaria avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 63 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.2°F |
| 5% below Bulgaria avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 525 ft (160 m) |
| Area | 15.8 sq mi (41.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 80/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.3667°N, 27.1167°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Sofia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1901 | BLACK SEA | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 4 | 112 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 1.9 in |
Pliska has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 31°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.7") and January the driest (1.4").
Radio Stations near Pliska
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BNR Radio Shumen | - | AAC+ 36 kbps |
Museums in Pliska
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archeological Museum | ||||
| Lajos Kossuth House Museum | ||||
| museum Pancho Vladigerov | ||||
| Regional Historical Museum | ||||
| Regional History Museum | ||||
| Археологически музей „Професор Рашо Рашев“ Archaeologicla Museum Prof. Rasho Rashev | ||||
| Бонсай градина | ||||
| Дворът На Кирилицата | ||||
| Исторически музей - Нови Пазар | ||||
| Къща-музей "Килийно училище" | ||||
| Къща-музей Добри Войников | ||||
| Къща-музей Панайот Волов | ||||
| Тракийски гробници до село Ивански |
Libraries in Pliska
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regional Library Stiliyan Chilingirov | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pliska
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Пазар |
Hotels in Pliska
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Pliska
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Pliska
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Pliska
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pliska
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Varna Airport | VAR | Large Airport |
| Aytos Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bedzhene Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Belitsa Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Blagoevo Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Branichevo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Doyrantsi Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Golyama Smolnitsa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gradishte Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kalugerene Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kaynardzha Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Krivnya Agricultural Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Krushari Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Leskovo Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lozarevo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nikola Kozlevo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Orlyak Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ostrovo Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ruen Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Selskostopansko Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Shumen Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Slanchev Bryag (Sunny Beach) Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Staro Selishte Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Suvorovo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tervel Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Vetrino Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Zavet Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pliska
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Дворцовата базилика |
Quick Facts
🇧🇬 About Bulgaria
Public Holidays in Bulgaria
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Pliska
What is the population of Pliska?
Pliska has a population of 1,263 residents and is located in Bulgaria. The population density is 80 people per square mile, spread across 15.8 square miles.
Is Pliska expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,404, 62% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Pliska?
Pliska has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.1 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Pliska?
There are 63 business establishments in the area.