Tourism and Culture

The capital of Bulgaria is Sophia. Part of this had to be re-built after being bombed in World War II and it is currently a diverse mixture of architecture. Sofia lies at the foot of Mount Vitosha. Mount Vitosha is popular with the inhabitants of Sofia for weekends in the mountains and also for small holiday homes.

Some of the nearby ruins

The south-western aspect of Bulgaria is dominated by the Rila and Pirin mountain ranges, which form Bulgaria’s highest peaks. North of Sofia is the Balkan range, Bulgaria’s longest mountain range. South of the Balkan range is the Sredna Gora Mountains, which contain some of the country’s most historic towns and villages. Here lies the beautiful Valley of the Roses, named after the huge rose plantations. Bulgaria is the largest exporter of rose water for the perfume industry.

Further south lie the Rhodope Mountains, the greenest and most picturesque mountains, said to be the birthplace of Orpheus. The Rhodope Mountains offer skiing, snow, sun, clean air and a mild climate. This area is strongly influenced by the Mediterranean and offers superb cuisine. It is in these beautiful mountains that the ski resorts of Pomporovo and Chepelare are situated.

Heading towards the coast, one finds the northern aspect of the Black Sea coast around the town of Varna with calm shallow seas, wide beaches, beautiful forests and mineral springs.

The Southern Black Sea coast around Bourgas has spacious beaches, sand dunes, a warm sea with resorts such as Sunny beach and beautiful peaceful towns and villages as Nessabar, Sozopol, Primorsko.

Bulgaria is a beautiful mix of striking mountain ranges, pine forests, river valleys and does not have the avid areas seen so much in Spain and Cyprus.

The marina

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