Bulgarian toponyms in Antarctica (C)

Bulgarian toponyms in Antarctica refer to the geographical names of features in Antarctica that are named after Bulgarian people, places, events, or institutions, or have Bulgarian origin. The Commission for Antarctic Place-names of Bulgaria (CAPB) is the national authority responsible for proposing and approving these names, which are then submitted for consideration by the Antarctic Names Database maintained by the Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR).

The naming of Antarctic features after Bulgarian entities is a direct consequence of Bulgaria's active participation in Antarctic research and exploration, beginning in the late 20th century. The Bulgarian Antarctic Programme has established a scientific base, St. Kliment Ohridski Base, on Livingston Island in the South Shetland Islands, contributing significantly to various scientific fields like geology, glaciology, biology, and geodesy.

The CAPB aims to create a diverse and representative toponymic landscape that reflects Bulgaria's contributions to Antarctic science, its historical figures, cultural heritage, and geographical locations. The process of naming features involves several steps, including gathering proposals from scientists and researchers, verifying the originality and relevance of the proposed name, and ensuring compliance with international naming guidelines. The names approved by CAPB are then proposed to SCAR, which maintains a comprehensive database of Antarctic place names.

The use of Bulgarian toponyms in Antarctica serves several purposes. It recognizes the achievements of Bulgarian scientists and explorers, promotes Bulgarian culture and history, and contributes to the international understanding and management of the Antarctic continent. The names also provide valuable geographical references for scientific research, mapping, and navigation in the region. These toponyms are often rendered in a Latin transliteration, following established international standards.