Bankya is a town-resort, which is satellite of Sofia. It is situated 17-kms southwest of the capital at the northern foot of Lyulin Mountain, 630-750 m above the sea level. Its close proximity to Sofia in combination with the available mineral water, beautiful disposition, good spa and hospital bases with their highly specialized medical personnel, has established Bankya not only as a national resort but also as international one. The resort is with very good and direct communication with the center of the capital and surrounding settlements.