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Thracian Tomb of Sveshtari – astonishing and mysterious

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Over the years, I have visited most of the famous Thracian tombs in Bulgaria that are open to the public, yet I had never seen one as beautiful as the royal Thracian tomb of Sveshtari. It is a pity I … Continue reading →

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Madara Rider – the global symbol of Bulgaria

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Madara Rider is one of the most famous places to visit in Bulgaria, and for me, it is also a place with a special personal connection. I first visited the Madara area as a child. Years later, I returned with … Continue reading →

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Kaliakra Cape: Explore One of the Most Charming Spots on the Northern Black Sea Coast

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Kaliakra Cape. High, windy, and rocky, cutting 2 kilometers into the sea off the coast of Kavarna. One of the most picturesque places on the Northern Black Sea Coast. I have been to the cape so many times, but I … 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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Ovech Fortress in Provadia: an interesting stop not far from the seaside

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Ovech Fortress in Provadia was one of the places we planned to visit during our summer vacation more than 10 years ago. On the way to the sea, near the highway, not far from Varna, this historical landmark simply screamed … 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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Thracian sanctuary at Tatul: one of the 10 wonders of Bulgaria

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The sanctuary near the village of Tatul is an ancient megalithic complex, mentioned as one of the most significant in Bulgarian lands. Some researchers believe that 3,500 years ago a Thracian king was buried there, and his tomb later began … 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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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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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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