Maglene
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Maglene
Мъглене | |
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Village | |
  Maglene | |
| Coordinates: 41°25′00″N 25°16′00″E / 41.4167°N 25.2667°E | |
| Country |  Bulgaria |
| Province | Kardzhali Province |
| Municipality | Kirkovo |
| Time zone | UTC+2 (EET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+3 (EEST) |
Maglene (Bulgarian: Маглене) is a village in Kirkovo Municipality, Kardzhali Province, southern Bulgaria.[1] close to the border with Kardzhali Province and near the Greek frontier.The village is noted for its rural setting, traditional Bulgarian architecture, and proximity to the Rhodope Mountains.
Maglene is situated in the southeastern part of the Rhodope mountain range, about 28 kilometers southeast of the municipal center, Ivaylovgrad. It lies close to the border with Kardzhali Province and not far from the border with Greece. The region is characterized by hilly terrain, oak and pine forests, and a Mediterranean influenced climate.[2]
Demographics
As of the latest available data (2021), Maglene has a small and declining population, totaling 1173 residents.[3] The village, like many rural settlements in the area, has experienced significant out migration, particularly among younger generations seeking employment in cities.
Administration
Maglene is part of the Ivaylovgrad Municipality (Община Ивайловград) in Haskovo Province. The local government is responsible for maintaining infrastructure, public services, and overseeing community development in accordance with regional policies.[4]
