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The historic district of the city strikes with an abundance of spectacular sights. Buildings of different eras have preserved in Sofia. There are also lots of museums in the city. Obligatory part of excursions is represented by the Royal Palace. In the second half of the 19th century, the execution of the national hero Vasil Levski took place there. For many years it was used as the headquarters of the Ottoman police and witnessed several important historical events. Since 1887, the palace was the main residence of the royal family. Nowadays it hosts two outstanding cultural institutions, the Ethnographical Museum and the National Art Gallery. The Banya Bashi Mosque is an interesting landmark. Built in 1576 by one of the most famous Turkish architect, it continues to operate for more than four centuries. The red brick building can be seen even from remote areas of the city. Travelers can appreciate the appearance of the mosque and access its interior; in hours free of prayers entry is open to devotees of any religion. A lot of impressions will give a trip to the Ivan Vazov House Museum. This is where the internationally renowned Bulgarian writer lived and worked; in several rooms the situation of the early 20th century was restored completely. Among exhibits of the museum there is the collection of photographs and personal belongings of the writer. One of the most unusual exhibits is a stuffed dog Bobby that was a writer’s pet. Travelers fascinated by painting … Read further

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2. The city has an excellent transport system, so you can travel through its territory by underground, buses, trolley buses and trams. Many major attractions are within walking distance of each other, so it is comfortable to explore interesting areas of the city on foot. 3. Luxury hotels and shopping pavilions are located on Vitosha Boulevard. Away from the busy boulevard attractive hotel at medium and low prices … Open

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In the center of Sofia you'll find a picturesque park of Borisov Gradina. It is also a historical object founded in the late 19th century. The park is incredibly beautiful. Today, it represents a wonderful Japanese garden and a pond, a large rose garden, numerous fountains, and sculptures. In the middle of the 20th century, an observatory was opened there. The Historical Museum of Bulgaria is situated in a … Open

Traditions and mentality of Sofia

According to the Eastern interpretation, halva is a symbol of a sweet and happy life. Slavs also perceive dish produced from sunflower seeds and associate it with money in the house. During the festival, mass of colorful performances and competitions, which also shows a clear influence of pagan traditions, are held on city streets. Each national holiday is an amazing action, which has being enriched with interesting … Open

Cuisine and top restaurants

In the heart of the city there is an attractive budget restaurant Ego. A variety of treats, from classic Italian pasta and fresh salads to the original desserts and soft drinks are available to its visitors. Regulars also appreciate friendly attitude of the staff. Ego is a perfect place to relax after many excursions and sightseeing. The Vodenitzata restaurant serving local cuisine is situated in the picturesque … Open

Cultural excursion through Sofia - things to see

Collection of exhibits includes many treasures of world importance; works of little-known European artists are also represented in the gallery. One of the halls of the gallery is devoted to Indian culture; there visitors can see original ornaments and figurines of wood, paintings and engravings. The oldest building of Sofia is the St. George Rotunda. The building was built more than a thousand years ago; during its … Open

Sofia sightseeing

St. George Church is the symbol of the "Old Sofia", which was built in the 6th century. During its 15 century-long history the building has been reconstructed many times. In the 16th century it was even converted into a mosque by the Turks. Today the church is decorated with magnificent frescoes, which imprint the most important historical events and images of saints. Alexander Battenberg Square is also the right … Open

Travelling inside Bulgaria - transportation means

The last international airport is the Varna airport. From the city center, the airport is only 7 kilometers away. Thus you can quickly get to it by taxi, and also by public transport. To date, three terminals are known to function in the airport. The airport management has created high-quality conditions for the leisure and comfort of passengers. Here you can stroll around the shops and colorful souvenir shops. There are also duty-free shopping centers and currency exchange offices. You can as well relax in the cafeteria or taste various masterpieces of world cuisine in local restaurants. The airport is also equipped with a nursery, as well as a comfortable resting place for people with disabilities. … Open

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