Silistra

Silistra is a town in northeastern Bulgaria and the administrative center of Silistra Province. It lies on the southern bank of the Danube River, near the Bulgarian border with Romania, and serves as a regional transportation and economic hub.

With a history spanning ancient to modern times, the area has long been inhabited. It is associated with the Roman fortress of Durostorum, and remnants from Thracian, Roman, and medieval periods are found in the region.

The Kaleto fortress, perched on a hill above the city, is a prominent historical landmark that overlooks Silistra and the Danube.

Today, Silistra hosts cultural institutions such as the regional history museum and a local theatre, and preserves architectural styles from various historical eras.

Administratively, Silistra municipality includes the city and surrounding villages. The population is around 35,000 to 40,000 people.

Economic activity centers on agriculture, food processing, and cross-border trade, aided by the Danube port and road and rail connections. The climate is continental with warm summers and cold winters.