Bulgaria

Bulgaria Travel Directory

Bulgaria Travel Guide

Bulgaria is officially known as The Republic of Bulgaria which is a Balkan country situated in the southeastern portion of Europe. Bulgaria has a cross section of Europe, with its beaches, lovely churches and winter sport opportunities just to name a few. It offers a wide range of activities to do for traveler.

You can enjoy four seasons of climate in Bulgaria. The blooming spring, dry hot summer, pleasantly long autumn and mild winter that is ideal for skiing.

Bulgaria has been renowned in Europe for its oil yielding rose for centuries. The climate in Northern Bulgaria is moderate continental, while the climate in Southern Bulgaria is intermediate continental tending to Mediterranean. The climate in the regions with an altitude of 1900-2000 m above sea level is mountainous and along the Black Sea coast that is a maritime.

Where to Go?

Borovets – Located in Sofia Province, the Borovets is one of the most popular ski resorts in the country. It lies at an altitude of 1350 m. It is a popular site for downhill skiing, night skiing and ski jumping. There are also ski schools in the area.

Bansko – Located in southwestern Bulgaria, this ski resort is 925 m above sea level at the base of Pirin. The area is also known as the home of the Bansko Jazz Festival. It is also the host of the women’s races of the Alpine Skiing World Cup.

Sozopol – One of the more popular tourist spots in Bulgaria, this ancient town is renowned for the Apollonia art and film festival. From May to September, tourists flock to the site for its beaches and numerous resorts.

Rila Mountain Ranges – Popular among climbers, the Rila Mountain ranges are the highest in the country at 2,925 m. There are several springs around the fault areas. There are also 200 glacial lakes as well as the Rila Monastery.

The Vitosha Mountains – Just on the outside of Sofia, Vitosha is one of the most renowned tourist sites in the country. Those in Sofia often go there for skiing and hiking as it’s the nearest one. The Vitosha Mountains is in the Vitosha National Park

What to Eat?

Bulgaria’s traditional food has been influenced by Bulgarians’ way of life, as well as by the surrounding region, including Turkey. Traditional Bulgarian menus will commonly offer recipes that contain:

Bulgarian feta cheese and yoghurt

Meat – Meat dishes are a mainstay of Bulgarian cuisine. Those described above are more traditional dishes, but Kepabcheta or kufte are typical dishes – these consist of spicy ground meat formed into patties or balls. These can be purchased on the street as snacks, or, along with other meat dishes, may be accompanied by vegetables or potatoes at restaurants.

Vegetables – A fresh salad will usually begin a meal. Bulgarian salads typically do not contain lettuce. However, cucumbers, tomatoes, cabbage, and peppers may feature heavily in any salad. The most common Bulgarian salad is a meshana, or mixed, salad. A cucumber-yogurt salad is called snezhanka.

Restaurants that serve traditional Bulgarian cuisine may specialize in one-pot meals that may resemble rich and hearty stews, like gyuvech. Kavarma is a spicier version of this meal served in an earthenware bowl or pot. Cabbage rolls and stuffed vegetables are also popular items at Bulgarian traditional restaurants.

If you want to witness the breathtaking landscapes, spectacular beaches as well as the famous Black Sea Coast that are blessed with soothing water and environment, then Bulgaria is waiting for you.