Category Archives: Cities and towns

11 Amazing Things to Do in Troyan, Bulgaria: nature, history, SPA and plum rakia

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Troyan in Bulgaria is a picturesque mountain town in the Central Stara planina Mountains. I have passed through the town and its surroundings many times, and I have stayed in the area several times. My last visit took place on … Continue reading →

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36 Top things to do in Veliko Tarnovo, the old capital of Bulgaria

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Veliko Tarnovo, Tarnovgrad, Tsarev Grad. All those are names of the old Bulgarian capital, proudly perched on the historic hills of Tsarevets, Trapezitsa and Sveta Gora, picturesquely surrounded by the waters of the Yantra River. There is a legend according … Continue reading →

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10 great things to do in Burgas, Bulgaria

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Burgas is the second largest seaside city in Bulgaria, just after Varna, and the “capital” of the Southern Black Sea Coast. It is a city with its own atmosphere, interesting locations and a vibrant calendar of cultural activities. It has … Continue reading →

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Ahtopol, Bulgaria: sights and beaches that will make you fall in love with the town

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Ahtopol, Bulgaria. The town where I spend my summer vacation again and again. What do I find there? A relatively quiet place, a wonderful huge beach, picturesque sea views, a well-organized town. It is also important to note the proximity … Continue reading →

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20 reasons to visit Zlatograd, Bulgaria

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Zlatograd is a picturesque and very lively Rhodope town, close to the border between Bulgaria and Greece. In recent times, it has become popular with its authentic Renaissance houses and the Ethnographic Area Complex. Quite a curious fact about Zlatograd … Continue reading →

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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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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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Varna sightseeing: top places to visit in Varna, Bulgaria

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In this article, I will take you on a journey through the must-see sights of Varna and nearby, and show you the top attractions there and things to do. Most of the places, described below, can be visited almost any … Continue reading →

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Top 16 things to see in Sopot and Karlovo – the heart of the Bulgarian Rose Valley

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I have passed many times through Sopot and Karlovo, but in a hurry. At the beginning of March, I headed out there again and spent a few days. I visited great places that I am going to talk about below.

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Visit Stara Zagora, Bulgaria: one of the oldest cities in the world

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Stara Zagora in Bulgaria is among the oldest cities in the world. You can walk there through a fully authentic Roman street at age 2,000+ years and it is in the heart of the today’s modern city.

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