Author Archives: Eli Ivanova

About Eli Ivanova

I’m Eli Ivanova - travel blogger, passionate traveler, and author of hundreds of in-depth articles on tourism, along with five travel books dedicated to routes across Bulgaria. In 2014, I launched Drumivdumi.com, a personal project that steadily grew into one of Bulgaria’s most visited travel websites. Today, through BulgariaTravelVibes.com, I share my Bulgaria with the world — from iconic landmarks to hidden gems.

Bansko in summer: what to do in Bansko in the summer season

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I adore visiting Bansko in the summer. The town fascinates with an incredible spirit, attractive sights and mountain hikes, good hotels and places to eat. Bansko is a famous ski resort in Bulgaria. However, the weather is amazing here in … Continue reading →

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15 remarkable monasteries near Sofia

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There are more than 30 monasteries near Sofia. During the last years I got to many of them. In this article I would like to present the most interesting. They are all real centers of spirituality, faith, and culture. In … Continue reading →

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The 13 top tourist places to visit in Silistra, Bulgaria

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Silistra is a beautiful city on the river bank of the lower Danube. It is a port city that is the administrative center of the Silistra Province, Bulgaria. I’ve been several times to the region. Let me share with you … Continue reading →

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Iglika eco-trail near the city of Gabrovo

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If you happen to go to the region of Gabrovo, Dryanovo, or Veliko Tarnovo, and you want to walk on an easy path with nice views, I recommend you the Iglika eco-path (iglika means primrose). Its route is just that, … Continue reading →

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Mandritsa: the Albanian village in the Rhodopes, Bulgaria

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Mandritsa is quite a small village in Eastern Rhodopes. We went there during the first day of our Rhodope adventure, which we called “The Rhodope Highway”. We were full of energy and thirsty for sights and new experiences.

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The rock tomb Kara In in the Eastern Rhodopes

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Visiting the Kara In rock tomb in the Eastern Rhodopes made me feel as if I were an archeologist. In fact, I am not an expert, but I read historical studies a lot and I am interested in going to … Continue reading →

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The Black Rock in Rila Mountains – a colorful and pleasant autumn walk

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On this so sunny Sunday in the mid November we headed to Rila Mountains after more than a month at home. The walk was quite short and leisurely, to the Black Rock, but we still managed to see and feel … Continue reading →

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The 10 highest waterfalls in Bulgaria

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From powerful free-fall plunges to several levels cascades, the highest Bulgaria’s waterfalls will fascinate any nature lover. If you’ve come across my blog before, you’ve probably noticed that I’m a passionate waterfalls enthusiast. If you have not been here, I … Continue reading →

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Beli Iskar Eco Trail in Rila Mountains

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The Beli Iskar Eco Trail is a very good idea for a walk near Sofia. Some time ago I told you that the eco-trail White River is one of the best made eco-trails I have walked till now. In this … Continue reading →

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Ancient Thracian tomb in Pomorie

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Over 15,000 Thracian tombs have been discovered in Bulgaria. The Thracian tomb near Pomorie is one of the largest. I spent so many summer days near Pomorie as a child, but at that time I had no idea about the … Continue reading →

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