Ruse is the largest Bulgarian city along the Danube River and the fifth-largest city in the country, following Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, and Burgas. Ruse is located on the northeastern border of the country with Romania.
The city is home to numerous architectural monuments from various eras, including beautiful buildings from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. Ruse is also renowned for its rich artistic scene and numerous galleries and museums that showcase both contemporary and historical art.
The city has played an important role in Bulgaria's history as a center of revolutionary and cultural movements during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Ruse is also known for its vibrant trade and economic life, facilitated by its proximity to the Danube River.