The North West planning region includes Districts of Vidin, Montana and Vratsa. This is the weakest region in terms of economic strength, contributing about 6.2% (2001) to the country`s Gross Value Added. The main industries are in the energy and chemical sectors. The leader in the energy sector is the nuclear power plant "Kozlodui", generating 43% of the total electricity in the country. The most attractive natural phenomena are the Belogradchik rocks and the Ledenika and Magura caves. The healthy mineral springs in the region should support the growth of the main tourist centre at Varshets. The various artificial lakes and the Danube river are also important for tourist development
Quick facts about Region North-West Bulgaria Other transcriptions: Northwest In Bulgarian Alphabets:Северо-Западен Location:North-West Bulgaria Provinces in North-West Bulgaria: 3 - District Vidin, District Vratsa, District Montana Total Munucipalities in North-West region: 32 Total Towns and Cities in North-West region: 23 Total Villages in North-West region: 371