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Skiing in Bulgaria
Few capital cities anywhere in the world can boast such easy access to ski terrain as Sofia, though the ski lifts on Vitosha mountain are currently closed, possibly to reopen in February.... -
Points of Power
New Age thinking says that in the same way the human body has seven chakras (energy centres), so each country has seven power points.... -
10th November 1989
10th November 2009 marks the 20th anniversary of Bulgaria's democratic revolution that swept through the former East block countries.... -
Bulgarian Spiritual leaders
Peter Dunov, (who later chose the spiritual name Beinsa Douno) was born in Bulgaria near the Black Sea, in July 1864.... -
The Bulgarian Language
The biggest barrier faced by all visitors to Bulgaria is the language, and the Cyrillic alphabet in particular....
Bulgaria In Your Pocket
Bansko ski resort BulgariaAll too often the international media portrays Bulgaria in a bad light, but those who spend a little time here travelling the country and getting to know the people, usually find that the positive outweighs the bad. Beautiful nature, genuine hospitality, excellent wines, mountains and beaches, mineral spas and a lively folklore tradition are all things Bulgaria can be proud of.
Situated on the Balkan Peninsula, Bulgaria shares its borders with Romania to the North, much of it denoted by the River Danube; Greece and Turkey to the South / South East and former Yugoslav states; Macedonia and Serbia to the West. To the East Bulgaria is flanked by the Black Sea, one of its biggest assets for summer tourism.
Situated on the Balkan Peninsula, Bulgaria shares its borders with Romania to the North, much of it denoted by the River Danube; Greece and Turkey to the South / South East and former Yugoslav states; Macedonia and Serbia to the West. To the East Bulgaria is flanked by the Black Sea, one of its biggest assets for summer tourism.
380 km of coastline offering everything from rugged secluded beaches to fully developed, highly commercialised resorts, such as Golden Sands and Sunny Beach.
Add to that Bulgaria's mountain ranges; the Balkans (locally known as Stara Planina) run out centrally across the country; the Rila (with Musala, 2925 metres, the highest peak of the region), Pirin and Rhodope ranges, with their charming mountain / ski resorts and unspoilt national parks, and it is easy to recognise the potential of this country for year round recreation.
Bulgaria's land is fertile, producing a large variety of crops such as wheat, corn, barley, tobacco, potatoes, tomatoes and cucumbers etc. The central plains of Bulgaria are home to the famous 'Valley of the Roses' which produces a high quality 'attar' much coveted by the global markets, and the festival associated with the rose petal harvest is a major tourist attraction in early June.
Bulgaria can also boast the hottest mineral spring in Europe; Sapareva Banya (102'C) at the foot of the Rila Mountains. Overall the country is blessed with approximately 500 mineral springs, many thermal, with a vast range of healing properties.
The Capital of Bulgaria is Sofia.
Other major cities are Varna and Bourgas on the Black Sea, Plovdiv, Blagoevgrad and Rousse on the Danube.
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The Sofia Echo
You can sign up to their daily email bulletin for free via their site www.sofiaecho.com....Cineplex
This cinema is currently closed with no info about when it will reopen....ICCF
If you want phenomenal teachers who care deeply about the safety and development of your children ICCF is the place for you....Sound and Light Show
Do you have to stand outside in the freezing temperatures to enjoy it )...Sound and Light Show
Free Sound and Light shows announced for December 10th 17th and 24th starting at 19 00....Cineplex
A great thing for the visitor is that films are generally in their original language and films in English are certainly the most available....Bodega Tapas and Wine
They do a great weekday lunchtime special for just 7.99 BGNSoup salad and main course all beautifully presented on a platter and very tasty....Rila Monastery
Rila Monastery is magnificent. No one within range should miss it. I've been there three times and plan to visit yet again during my upcoming holiday in Sofia....Sound and Light Show
The next free show to the public will be on 22nd September 2011 at 8pm outside the fortress....Yantra Homes
Friendly experienced company who listened to our requirements and certainly produced a shortlist from which we chose our property from....Yantra Homes
Clear and concise with literally fits into your pocket. Now you need to come to Veliko tarnovo to experience this wonderful University City steeped in history on the Yantra....