Village Chuprene

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The village of Chuprene (Vidin district) is located in North-West Bulgaria. It is center of Chuprene municipality. The village is situated 73.31 km. South of the regional center of Vidin. Neighbour villages are Varbovo, Targovishte and Replyana. Along the village passes the river of Chuprenska. There are barbel, chub and trout, to the delight of anglers.

History: The earliest traces of life in these places are dated from 10,000 years ago (the remains discovered during archaeological excavations of ancient settlements around the villages near the village Chuprene and locality Lalkingrad). For the origin of the village name there are 3 versions: The name comes from "chula" - a beautiful girl, by "Chuprina" - a bunch of trees or from "Cuprija" - bridge.

Sightseeing:
- In the last years were open eco-paths, giving opportunities for eco-tourism
- Other landmarks are the clock tower in the center of the village, the church, and the museum Asen Balkanski.

Quick facts about Village Chuprene

In Bulgarian (Native transliteraion): Село Чупрене
Other transliteration(s): Cuprene, Chouprene
Region: North-Western planing region of Bulgaria
District: Vidin district
Municipality: Chuprene municipality
Latitude: 43.5180016
Longtitude: 22.6660004
Altitude: from 300 to 499
Distance by air to the capital city Sofia: 106.832km
Area Size: 70.668km2
Population: 512 people (31.12.2013)
Postal Code: 3950
Phone Code: 09327