The best places and attractions in Bulgaria

Bulgaria is an ancient state rich in interesting places and picturesque landscapes. The sights of Bulgaria are varied and attractive. This country has it all

• sea ​​coast;
• mountain ranges;
• ancient architecture;
• modern tourist facilities.

Here you can have fun at any time of the year. Fans of outdoor activities can go in for skiing or water sports, and lovers of measured time can relax on the beach or visit the endless sights of Bulgaria, enjoying the beauty of this country.

Nessebar - a picturesque town-museum

This is an amazing city located on the Black Sea coast and combining the attractiveness of antiquity and the beauty of modernity. Nessebar is conditionally divided into two parts. In the new one there is a resort area with modern infrastructure and recreation complexes. The old part of the city is located on a peninsula connected to the mainland by a small isthmus.

It is in the old part of Nessebar that most of the ancient architectural monuments are located, thanks to which it was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Part of the old city is flooded with water and can only be seen from the shore in clear weather.

There are many ancient churches, castles and museums in the city. Even just walking through the narrow old streets, you can get great pleasure, plunging into their atmosphere.

Plovdiv - an ancient pearl

Plovdiv is located on seven hills and is divided into two parts by the Maritsa River. Only this would be enough for the resort town to attract tourists with its landscapes. But the main highlight of Plovdiv is its atmosphere, filled with ancient protected architectural monuments, museums, as well as modern tourist sites.

In the very center of the city there is an ancient amphitheater, built by Marcus Aurelius and giving performances at the present time. In 2019, Plovdiv was recognized as the European Capital of Culture, rightfully winning this title.

The valley of the

The interesting places in Bulgaria do not end there. To be amazed by the scale of beauty, it is worth visiting the Rose Valley - a region where millions of these beautiful flowers grow.

Here, in the endless fields, roses have been grown for many years for the perfume and pharmaceutical industries. Excellent souvenirs after visiting this place will be rose-based cosmetics, rose oil and rose jam. The peak of flowering falls on the period from May to the end of June.

Fortress of Baba Vida

In order to fully immerse yourself in the medieval atmosphere, you need to visit the Baba Vida fortress, located on the banks of the Danube River and surrounded by a moat around the perimeter.

This colorful building in the city of Vidin at one time served as a defensive role in wars. The tsar and the boyars lived in the fortress. And at present, feature films are being shot in the fortress and costumed performances are held for tourists.

Within the walls of the Baba Vida fortress there is a museum with exhibits and figures of people of that time. You can also buy postcards and souvenirs.

Capital city

Sofia is one of the oldest capitals in Europe, founded in the first century AD. It is a must to visit here if you want to see the famous places in Bulgaria and feel the atmosphere of the country.

Here, against the backdrop of wide cobbled streets filled with monuments, trendy boutiques and restaurants are located, and after dark the nightlife is in full swing.

Sofia has a huge number of attractions and beautiful places. Among them is the Roman amphitheater, which was built in the II-III century, although it was discovered recently. The magnificent temple of Alexander Nevsky is stunning in its size and architecture. There are mineral baths, museums, parks and many other famous places that will make you fall in love with this city.

Veliko Tyrnovo

This small, compact and cozy ancient city was the capital of Bulgaria many years ago. Here you can have a great time enjoying the architecture.

The city stands on the Yantra River, through which an old stone bridge is laid, connecting the two fortresses. Also in Veliko Tarnovo there are many churches, temples, monasteries built many centuries ago. And just 15 km from the city there is a picturesque waterfall Kaya Bunar, which formed a lake at its foot and is well-equipped with tourist sites for recreation.

Cape Kaliakra

Lovers of solitude with nature are advised to visit the nature reserve Cape Kaliakra, which impresses with its vegetation and wildlife. It protrudes into the Black Sea and is located near the cities of Varna and Kavarna.

On the territory of the cape are the ruins of an ancient fortress, as well as the remains of dwellings of ancient settlements. Here you can see many different birds, and flocks of dolphins often swim in the sea near the coast.