About Bulgaria: The new wonders of the world

Bulgaria – one of the oldest countries in Europe, rich with ancient traditions and colorful history. The country is located in south-eastern Europe and the Balkans. Bulgaria has a strategic location due to the crossroads of Western and Central Europe. There are many cultural and historical monuments and complexes. The picturesque and diverse nature with unique national parks, winter resorts and beaches of the Black Sea are the subject of tourist’s interest from all over the world.

The most popular summer resorts are: Golden Sands, Nessebar, Sozopol, and winter ones: Pamporovo, Bansko and Borovets.

The capital of Bulgaria – Sofia, is the center of the Balkan Peninsula. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, which bell ringing sound is heard within 20-30 km from the capital.

The Church of St. Sophia, which served as a mosque during the Ottoman Empire to the present day preserved up to know Rotunda of St. George with ancient frescoes X century Banya, Bashi Mosque, Sofia’s landmarks are simply countless. Outside the mosque is murmuring hot springs of mineral water.

The State Theater of Ivan Vazov, is looked more like an ancient temple. Central Synagogue in psevdo-mauritanian style is the most formidable in the Balkans.

Vitosh’s Promenade is a variety of shopping centers, restaurants and cafes in the cord in a cozy pedestrian zone. Here is the theological academy and a historical museum.

This spirit can be felt in the capitals of the candy store (sladkarnitse), or in a national restaurant. The most colorful dishes are the following: shopska salad, cold soup made of yoghurt (similar to Russian okroshka), bannitsa – pie stuffed with various vegetables or cheese.

All kinds of meats, “kebapche” with Bulgarian spices, “Shishcheta” – kind of chicken kebabs, pork or lamb, cooked on the grill, which is called Scar. Feta cheese (“Siren”), a separate article of Bulgarian cuisine, served both as a starter, and is a component of various meat and vegetable dishes, desserts dough.

Excellent sandy beaches, with many luxury hotels to suit all tastes and budgets, with variety of historical monuments and temples are awaiting their visitors.

Rila Monastery of St. Ivan called as the famous “Bulgarian Jerusalem”, which is in the mountains. This church was burned down several times and rebuilt anew. Sculptures, five domes, a fabulous place makes the church special.

The second largest city in the country is Plovdiv, founded 6,000 years ago on the 7-hills, one of which was destroyed in the early 20th century. Ancient Tower City belongs to different eras and even includes a Roman amphitheater. Old Town of Plovdiv is one of the most popular area is zoned for tourists.

Belogradchik fortress is built on a rock on is among a candidate to the New Seven Wonders of the World.

Great resort town and a historic monument is UNESCO heritage site of Nessebar town called Pearl of the Black Sea coast. Here are focused remains of about 40 brick churches, built before the fifth century.

Balchik, founded 26 centuries ago was called Dionysopolis and was a Greek colony, and the beautiful castle of Queen Mary of Edinburgh. The palace includes a huge park with terraces, pergolas, walkways, with a total area of 36 hectares.

Varna was founded in IV century BC.

In modern Varna is a Sea Garden – beautiful seaside park. Additional local attractions include Planetarium, archaeological, historical and maritime museums.

The country has many natural attractions, caves, stone rivers, scenic cliffs. One of these places is Pobiti-Stones, located 18 km. Varna. The length of the cliffs is about 700 meters. Soto from natural rock pillars, up to 6 meters high. The columns are hollow inside.

Megalithic – energy circle has beneficial effects on human health.

Countless resorts need no introduction: Albena, Varna, Sunny Beach, Acheloi Byala, Elenite, Nessebar and many others are a favorite place for beach lovers.

Ancient luxurious two-storey temple Alaja and catacombs carved into the rocks, built in 13-14 centuries.

Bulgarian natural attraction is the river-reserve Ropotamo. Ropotamo is even called “Bulgarian Amazon”. The rich flora and fauna will not leave anyone indifferent.

Bulgaria is a mandatory point on the way of your discoveries!