Botevgrad, Bulgaria

Capital City

With a population of just 18,525, Botevgrad is a sleepy Bulgarian backwater that offers little to attract expatriates beyond its affordable cost of living. The town's strategic location near the capital Sofia and the Balkan mountain range provides some natural appeal, but persistent bureaucracy and a chilly continental climate are persistent headaches. While Botevgrad may appeal to retirees or digital nomads seeking a low-cost haven, those seeking an engaging, cosmopolitan lifestyle would be better served looking elsewhere in Bulgaria.