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Chilik is a village in Southern Bulgaria. It is part of Kardzhali Municipality, Kardzhali Region.
It is 8 km north of Kardzhali, 39 km south-west of Haskovo, 244 km in the same direction of Burgas and 235 km south-east of Sofia.
Chilik is set in mountainous region - the Eastern Rhodopes, on 566 m above the sea level. Hilly terrain with beautiful slopes and forests.
The climate is transitional-Mediterranean with hot summer and mild winter.
The population is approximately 220 people.
The village is provided with electricity, water and communication equipment. There is a town-hall, a police inspector on duty, a kindergarten, a community centre, a mosque and commercial areas. The students attend the school in the neighbouring village of Kostino (8 km). A doctor works in Kostino as well. The nearest hospitals are in town of Kardzhali.
Internet sources: www.kardzhali-tourism.info
Pictures: www.panorаmio.com