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A variety of climatic conditions and geographic zones made Bulgaria one of the best places to relax. At a relatively small territory of the state, you can find more than 50 resorts, while traveling business in the country continues to actively develop.

Summer holiday in Bulgaria

The length of the Bulgarian Black Sea coast is about 415 km, of which 130 are beaches with warm sand. Lovers of rest in the style of "All Inclusive" It is worth considering the following resorts: Albena, Golden Sands, Sunny Day, Sunny Beach, Saint Constantine and Elena, Elenite, Nessebar, Riviera, Sozopol, Dunes (for connoisseurs of windsurfing and other active types of rest), review , Mermaid.

For those who prefer economical and peaceful family leave, the pastime in Kranevo, Pomorie, Seagull and Biala is perfect. And for the connoisseurs of "wild" and contrast recreation, Bulgaria prepared two small resort town - Balchik and Primorsko, where the mountains are descended straight to the sea. It is worthwhile to take into account that the furnished beaches here will have to search, and the housing is mainly represented by three-star hotels, but for small money.

Winter holidays in Bulgaria

The presence of two mountain arrays in the country at once - Pirinsky and Railla Rhodopsky - causes a wide selection of ski resorts for every taste. The average duration of the season is about 120 days, from December to April. Snow in the mountains of Bulgaria is quite enough - the average thickness of the cover is 1-2 m. And soft and relatively warm winter (the average temperature in winter in the mountainous areas does not exceed 9 degrees of frost) provide a comfortable stay and the possibility of long staying in the fresh air.


The main ski resorts near Sofia are Vitosha and Borovets - allow you to fully enjoy all the pretters of rest in the mountains: modern lifts, cool and not very descent, breathtaking scenery. Travelers attending Plovdiv can ride on sledding or skis in Pamporovo, Ban or Chepelare. Also in demand among experienced tourists, such resorts are enjoyed as seven and unloading.

Wellness holidays in Bulgaria

Bulgaria is famous for its hot (thermal) mineral sources, appreciated by the oldest inhabitants of Europe. In combination with clean air - mountain or sea, water driving out from under the ground, is capable of not only to have a wellness and prophylactic effect, but also is an excellent addition to the treatment of many diseases.

The maximum healing effect of the sources of Bulgaria is provided on the musculoskeletal system. You can fix health in any sanatorium of the country, but the best recognized chiflicks, Hisar, Troyan, Devin, Kyustendil, Pavel Banya, Distzhets.

Holidays Bulgaria

The tourists are popular with the International Festival of Surva (Survaki), annually held in Pernik, which is near Sofia, in the last Saturday and Sunday of January. Surva is a variety of fairs, theatrical performances, folk games and festivities ending with a crowded costumed parade. In recent years, this event is rapidly gaining popularity not only among European tourists: more than 6,000 guests from around the world come to participate in traditional rites.

In the small town of Jambol in late February-early March, the annual colorful festival is held with a masquerade procession - Kuckerland. It is believed that reincarnation in the images of unclean power scare evil spirits. So this or not - it is unknown, but unforgettable impressions for tourists are guaranteed.

The arrival of spring in Bulgaria is noted noisy and fun. Interesting folk traditions are devoted to this event: March 1, as a sign of good wishes and protection against misfortunes, all the symbolic red-white ribbons - Martenitsa are observing each other.

Rich in all sorts of cultural events and May. From 8 to 13, the largest fair in the country in Plovdiv is organized annually on which folk craftsmen from all over the country are coming. On May 18, the International Day of Museums is celebrated in Bulgaria, in honor of which the doors of the exposure halls are open for visitors. Also within the framework of the event, numerous theatrical productions and open-air concerts are organized. The last week of May is famous for the beginning of the roses festival (every year the date of its holding is changing a little), which in the even one is arranged in the city of Kazanlyk, and in odd - in Karlovo.

Along with the careful storage of traditions, Bulgarians are open to everything new. Thus, on July 1, Julia, a holiday that emerged in the 80s of the 20th century was noisily celebrated on the Black Sea coast, thanks to the Hippie movement and named after the song "July Morning", which the Uriah Heep team performed at the time. Giulay dance, cheerful games, and, of course, endless listening to the favorite song.

The Day of the Navy of Bulgaria (second Sunday August) is a magnificent in all seaside cities, accompanied by ship parades and solemn oath of sailors to loyalty to the Motherland. The entire preceding week, which is called the "maritime", is saturated with concerts, ideas and other festive events.

On September 1, the city of Sozopol is becoming the center of cultural life in Bulgaria, in which "Apollonia" starts on this day. All 10 days of the International Festival are accompanied by art exhibitions, performances of musicians of all sorts of genres, dance competitions and literary evenings.

National cuisine Bulgaria

Bulgarians are distinguished by addiction to a variety of meat, vegetables and spicy herbs, and among their favorite cooking methods - long-term cooking and quenching. You need to be prepared for the fact that traditional dishes of this kitchen are sharp and fairly fat. Those who want to get closer to get acquainted with local culinary traditions, you must definitely taste:

  • khwech - meat stewed with vegetables in a clay pot;
  • meat or fish cooked on Skare (Bulgarian grill);
  • sac - fried assorted meat, vegetables or their combination;
  • chorba - welded, dense soups from different ingredients.

Bulgarian national dairy products - Brynza (Siren) and, actually, sour milk are deserved separately. Brynza add almost all dishes of national cuisine, especially often in salads, stewed or baked vegetables, meat and fish. Bicycle blushing is a refueling to salads, the base for sauces or an independent drink, the cup of which will have to be like never by the way after the saturated experience of the day.

Bulgaria is a country of vineyards, so you can easily create a local spill wine at any restaurant. Almost in almost any such institution, you can taste raki - fruit vodka based on apples, grapes, apricots or peaches, or mastic - anise vodka.

Money of the Republic of Bulgaria

The official monetary unit of the State - Bulgarian Lion (Bng), consisting of 100 steotings - analogue of our kopecks. Within the framework of the monetary council, Lev quotes are inextricably linked to euros course (1 € \u003d 1.95 Bng), which minimizes possible speculation in exchange points. In mid-February 2016, 1 Bulgarian lion cost approximately 44 rubles, but before traveling to the country the course will have to be clarified. In use, besides lev, there are also often American dollars and euros, but they are not taken everywhere, so a reasonable tourist should always have a little national monetary signs. Cashless payments are widespread only in large cities, which again speaks about the need to always have cash with you.

Currency exchange is best done in the United Bank of Bulgaria and other official points, but in no case do not use the services changed, since it is very high probability to be deceived. Rubles are not taken in all points, so the optimal option is to stock up the necessary minimum left or euros in advance. At the same time, it is not worth exchanging too much money, because Bulgarian banks change the leva back to dollars to dollars, it can be done only with a limited amount when leaving the country, besides, at a disadvantageous course.

Registration of documents

To issue documents for visiting Bulgaria is an easy and, in comparison with other EU states, inexpensive. Free entry into the country is allowed by the possessors of multiple Schungn or those who have a national visa to Romania or Cyprus. If there are no such, you will have to assemble a simple packet of papers and spend from 3 (urgent) to 7 (ordinary) days for the design of a national visa in Bulgaria. Independent registration of documents through the consulate in Moscow until recently cost approximately 55 €, of which 35 € - the consular fee, about 20 € - service fee, but from January 1, 2016 the size of the consular gathering reduced to 10 €. For children under 16, the visa is free.

A detailed list of documents and the cost of their design can be found on the official website of the Bulgarian Embassy in Moscow www.mfa.bg or contacting the Consulate of +7 499 143 62 30 (Monday-Friday from 15.00 to 17.00). Also, when making entry documents, you can use the help of travel agencies.

Accommodation in Bulgaria

A wide selection of good cheap hotels has long been one of the main advantages of Bulgaria in the field of tourism. Hunters for profitable offers do not have long to look for a room at a low price, while lovers of more comfortable rest will not be disappointed: first-class hotels in the cities and beach resorts offer no less convenience than in any other country in the world.

When planning a trip to Bulgaria or any other country, it is important to take care of housing in advance. You can try to independently rent a room or apartment directly from the owners. But think about it in advance, at least a couple of months before the planned trip: In Bulgaria, crazy demand for housing, especially in the season. The choice of hotels is wide in almost all cities of the country: for every taste and size of the wallet.

In general, this is one of the cheapest tourist countries in Europe. The room for two in hotels in small resort towns, such as Kranevo or Pomorie, will cost an average of 30 lips per day (about 15 euros). Accommodation in hotels of more popular resorts depends on the number of stars, for example, double room in hotels of 4 stars will cost about 200 lips per day. The price of a separate house on the seashore ranges in the range of 60-80 Levs. When searching for housing in Bulgaria, you can use the services of proven tourist firms or our site, this will help to avoid fraudsters and guarantees acceptable accommodation conditions.

Camping in Bulgaria is not the best choice, as anywhere, except the Black Sea coast, there are no real amenities for guests in this way. Contact the Bulgarian tourist bureau in Sofia (tel.: 02-987-97-78) for more details. "Wild" rest with tents is illegal.

Hostel

In Bulgaria, many good cheap youth hotels with common bedrooms about 20 lips per day or even less. The best of them are busy at the height of the season, so preliminary booking is recommended.

Transport

Public transport is represented by buses, trolley buses, trams and the only line of the subway line in Sofia. Transport goes around not around the clock, so the schedule must be specified immediately before traveling to Bulgaria. Direct documents are sold at stops, in newsstands or directly from the driver. It is important not to forget to compress tickets, otherwise you can get caught in control and then you have to pay a fine in 1 lion.

If there is an international driver's license, you can rent a car. It will cost approximately 30-60 lips per day, but it is worth considering that the roads in the country's provincial towns are left to desire the best.

Taxi

Bulgarian taxi drivers have once had a reputation of real robbers. Now, thanks to the legislation, all cars are equipped with meters, and drivers (at least in Sofia) are required to issue checks. This does not mean that tourists never "dilute" for extra money; This sometimes happens. But if you save composure and always use a taxi with the name of the company ("Yellow Taxi", tel.: 02-911-19; "Euro Taxi", tel.: 02-910-33; "Sofia Taxi", tel.: 02- 974-47-47; "OK Supertrans", tel.: 02-973-21-21 in Sofia), then travel will be strikingly cheap. Do not expect drivers will speak English, but you can ask for a concierge at the hotel or waiter in the restaurant call a taxi for you.

The railway network is well developed, the tickets are cheap, and trains walk on schedule, although quite slowly. Even expression with optimistic names in Intercity and Expres do not justify expectations. The fastest of five daily trains from Sofia to Varna goes eight and a half hours. If you want to make railway trips, it is better to do it at night in an inexpensive sleeping car (Spalen). Buying tickets can be a time consuming process: you should not expect help from cashiers. It is best to buy tickets in the office "Wasteels", to the left of the entrance to the Sofia Station.

Bus and Taxi.

In Bulgaria, a long-distance bus message is developed, which is indispensable in small mountain villages and towns removed from lively highways. The journey of this type of transport will cost a tourist on average in 9 levs per 100 km. A convenient way to move is a taxi that is easy to learn in Bulgaria on the yellow color of the car and a characteristic checkerel.

Having spent an unforgettable vacation, always want to please close nice gifts and take something for myself in memory of a pleasant rest. Fortunately, the choice of souvenirs in Bulgaria is very large.

With the presents for the beautiful half of humanity, the situation is simpler - be sure to purchase natural Bulgarian cosmetics based on rose extracts. All sorts of creams, lotions, soap, shampoos and much more can be found not only in the vicinity of the roses Valley, but also throughout the country. Elegantly packaged, such gifts will fall to taste every woman.

Men, most likely, will appreciate the souvenir alcohol: Rakia, brandy or wine, insisted according to the best traditional recipes, will allow you to touch the national spirit of this nation.

Pink jam is a delicious souvenir from Bulgaria, sold in almost any grocery store. A characteristic pleasant taste will still be reminded of this hospitable country.

Charine Sol - favorite Bulgarian seasoning, which is a salt mixed with spices. It is perfect for any dishes, has an unusual and aesthetic appearance.

Tablecloths, napkins, small mats, woven from the finest sheep wool and decorated with ethnic embroidery - a great gift that can make a highlight to the interior. But behind such souvenirs most likely you will have to go to small villages at the foot of the mountains.

Wooden and ceramic handmade dishes with Vitivaty patterns will have to do with any hostess, and the clay pots with thick walls are suitable for the preparation of stewed meat and vegetables - perhaps even on the recipes of Bulgarian cuisine.

Also in Bulgaria, in almost every step, you can purchase classical souvenirs: magnets, key rings, t-shirts, small statuettes, etc. The only advice for tourists - Try not to postpone the acquisition of gifts for the last day: at airports and train stations the cost is significantly overestimated, and the choice is limited.

Bulgaria's customs service is quite loyal, therefore there are significant restrictions on the export of goods, except for all countries ban on the transport of weapons, prohibited drug or easily flammable substances, as well as subjects representing historical value.

clothing

The Bulgarian has little prejudice about clothes, but note that local women cover their heads when entering the church or the cathedral, although foreigners are not obliged to do the same. If you were invited to the Bulgarian house, you need to remove shoes or at least offer it to do.

Bicycles for rent

Bicycle sports in Bulgaria is not popular, and there are almost no cyclists in cities. At ski resorts, such as Vitosh, Bansko, Pamporovo and Borovets, you can rent mountain bikes in large hotels in about 20 lips per day, leaving a credit card as collateral. In large hotels on the Black Sea coast also provide rental bicycles.

Car rental

In order to see the best in Bulgaria, it is recommended to rent a car for one to two days, but this is relatively expensive pleasure: prices start from about 120 lips per day. However, gasoline costs cheaply. All the main rental companies have branches throughout the country, including Varna and Sofia airports and the car can be rented in most major hotels. Roads are generally in poor condition, and night trips can be dangerous.

Another opportunity is to rent a car with a driver. To do this, it is better to approach a taxi shove in a big city, to ask if he is free, and then agree on the price. You are unlikely to refuse, and you can find a common language about 100 leftions per day plus gasoline costs, food and overnight.

Driving

In Bulgaria, a right-hand movement, although in rural areas, they look at such rules at best through the fingers. If you brought a car in Bulgaria, you need to have a driver's license and proof of international insurance coverage (green card).

Those who forgot to do this can buy insurance at the border. In your passport put a stamp confirming that you arrived by car. If you try to leave the country in any other way, you will have to explain what happened to the car.

Movement for big cities is no worse and no better than in most other countries, but outside the city is different. In Bulgaria, there are only two real highways: Sofia - Plovdiv (partly) and Sofia - Praveth, and on both the road duty will be charged. Other roads between cities are mostly two- or single-band. The roads are generally poorly equipped with pointers, so stocking a detailed map or navigator. Road covering is uneven, and not everywhere there is lighting, so be careful at night. Driving through the villages, beware of the random gypsy wagons and wanderings without supervision of animals. The speed limit is 60 km / h in cities, 80 km / h on open roads and 120 km / h on highways, although Bulgarians pay little attention to it.

Information for disabled

Bulgaria makes huge steps towards the comfortable placement of travelers with limited physical abilities, but the movement remains difficult. Sofia is ahead of the rest: simple ramps for wheelchairs are in many public areas, museums and other attractions, as well as at the metro station. On the Black Sea coast, there are many hotels where you can take care of disabled tourists. At mountain resorts and in other cities, things are more difficult.

Health and medical care

Republic of Bulgaria - a small European state with a stunning variety of natural, historical and cultural attractions that you can find almost everywhere On the territory of the country. Many of these attractions are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List and have no analogues in the world.

Unique charm of the Solar Republic

Bulgaria is located in the eastern part of the Balkan Peninsula. More than a third of the territory of the country occupy mountains with high steep descents, Alpine forests and secluded lakes.

Locals will no longer consider their homeland by paradise on earth. In Bulgaria you will find the warm sea with sandy beaches, incredibly beautiful mountains and flowering valleys, ancient temples and monasteries, medieval city streets and the colorful Balkan patriarchalness of rural corners. You will definitely find what you need to rest for you.

This country has an ancient , complicated and amazing story. Over the centuries, the country's culture has been influenced by European Christian and Eastern Muslim peoples, which even got the name of the melting boiler of Europe. Due to this, a distinctive and bright Bulgarian culture was formed. Greek, Slavic, Turkish and Persian traditions have been reflected in architecture, music, folk costumes and cuisine of Bulgaria.

If you are planning to stay in Bulgaria, it is important to know that the national currency is the Bulgarian Lion (international designation - BGN). The republic is not included in the eurozone, despite the fact that is a member of the European Union since 2007. Please note that according to the estimates of Russian and European tour operators, the cost of rest in Bulgaria is the most affordable among all European countries.

The main attractions of Bulgaria

Famous cities

In order to understand the spirit of the country, we definitely need to be in the most interesting and significant cities.

  • Capital of the Republic of Sofia - One of the most unusual and interesting European capitals. Oddly enough, this city until today remains undervalued tourists. The best way to discover the city is leisurely wander through the streets. In the city's space, the dome of Orthodox churches and minarets of Muslim mosques, convincing you that the East and West are really found here.

Most significant and impressive by the building of Sofia is the Cathedral of Alexander Nevsky. It is located in the heart of the city on the Square of the same name. The temple was built at the end of the 19th century in the Nepologan style and is a real architectural masterpiece. This is the Cathedral Patriarch Cathedral of the Bulgarian Orthodox Church, which hosts regular worship services. In addition, in the temple there is a museum of Bulgarian icon painting, where you can see the largest collection of Orthodox icons in Europe. Outside and inside the temple looks unusually solemn and majestic.

Not far from the temple of Alexander Nevsky there is a church of Saint Sophia, giving the name in the city itself. The name of the church comes from the Greek word meaning "wisdom, rationality." Thus, the church is devoted to Divine Wisdom. This is one of the most ancient churches of Bulgaria, built in the 4th - 6th centuries. The appearance of the church combines the simplicity and severity of the early Christian architecture of South and Eastern Europe.

Nearby is another architectural monument - Rotunda of St. George. This is the early Christian Church, built by the Romans in the IV century. Rotunda of St. George is considered the most ancient building in Sofia. The church is a small building of red cylindrical brick. Rotunda is known for the unique collection of medieval frescoes.



Being in the capital of Bulgaria Pay attention to such famous sights as the National Theater of Ivan Vazov, the architectural ensemble Largo, the National Palace of Culture and the Bulgarian Parliament Building.

The photo you can see the main attractions of Sofia.

  • Plovdiv, another large Bulgarian city, Known by the fact that, like Rome, built on seven hills. True, it should be recognized that some of these hills can now be found only on the map. You can feel more tangible with Rome, if you visit the ancient amphitheater in the center of the Old Town. It has been so well preserved that in our days here is periodically arranged ideas for the public. Byzantine and Thracian motifs are clearly traced in urban development. Especially strongly the spirit of antiquity is felt on the ancient ruins of the Thracian fort on the top of the hill of heaven.

The best place for evening walk in Plovdiv will be the garden of King Simeon. This famous park was created by the famous Swiss landscape designer Lucien Shevalas in the late 19th century. In the park, exquisite flower beds, lakes, musical fountains and sculptures are thought out. Various exhibitions are often arranged in the park.

In the photo, look at the streets of the old city and the antique heritage of Plovdiv.

  • The next city, which costs attention is Varna, the Black Sea port. The city has the best archaeological museum in the country, amazing landscapes of the Primorsky Park (one of the largest in Europe) and the ancient ruins of the Roman term. In Varna, many architectural attractions, including the 19th century cathedrals, in which you must go to see the exquisite interior decoration.

Favorite place to relax in citizens And tourists are a beach and a promenade along the coastline, where many cafes, bars and restaurants are concentrated.

In the photo - cathedrals, parks and the promenade of Varna.

On the way between the Varna and Sophia there is a famous stone forest. This is a collection of rock formations of natural origin, which occupies a territory of 7 square kilometers. Scientists have not yet come to a single opinion regarding the causes of the formation of stone structures of the cylindrical shape and a height of about 7 meters. In any case, it stands with your own eyes to see this natural miracle.

In the photo - mystical stone forest.

Coast

Bulgaria is rightly famous for its beaches. The coastal territories of the Balkan Republic are very beautiful and suitable for a comfortable stay.

  • Golden Sands - Probably the most famous resort of Bulgaria. The beaches in the area are distinguished by exceptional purity. Numerous hotels in various price categories are located very close to the sea surrounded by wide trees. The beaches of golden sands, like most beaches of Bulgaria, meet international requirements, which confirms recognition in the form of a blue flag. The resort can relax in the water park, as well as to do various water sports. In recent years, the number of tourists from Russia and Western Europe coming here is constantly increasing.
  • Extremely popular sea resort Albena, located in the northeastern part of Bulgaria at a distance of 30 km from Varna. Albena is located in the picturesque location of the Black Sea coast, known flawless ecology and blooming gardens. The resort is famous for beautiful beaches, the total length of which is 5 kilometers, and the width is on average 150 meters. The beaches are distinguished by very small white sand, as well as crystal clear, calm and warm marine water. The resort offers Mineral Sources and Multiple Spa Centers.

In the photo - serene sunny beaches.

  • On the southeast coast The city of Burgas is located, one of the favorite places of recreation of the Bulgarian themselves. Burgas - a relatively young city, the rapid development of which began in the 19th century. One of the main attractions of the resort is a sea garden. This is a huge seaside park, stretching at 72,000 square meters. In the park you will find luxurious flowerbeds, a variety of trees, fountains, numerous cafes and an open-air theater, where classical music concerts are held by summer evenings.
  • In the southern part of the coast i am a group of famous Bulgarian resorts: Sunny Beach, Sozopol, Nessebar, Elenite and others. In each of these places you can choose the appropriate vacation option. You can choose a luxury hotel, a cozy family hotel, an apartment or rent a dwelling. Whatever you choose, the sun will be nearby, the clean air and sea scenery of dizzying beauty.

In the photo - cozy seaside hotels and the beaches of the southern coast.

Mountain country

Mountain areas of the countryDeleted from the sea deserve separate attention. In Bulgaria, there are more than a hundred monasteries located, as a rule, in the mountains. Reviews of tourists from all over the world contain enthusiastic descriptions of ancient structures of incredible architectural beauty and majestic mountains.

  • The picturesque ridge mountain range is the highest on the Balkan Peninsula. Here, at an altitude of 1147 meters, surrounded by evergreen forests and lakes are the famous Rial Monastery. It is a complex of buildings built at different times from 10 to 19th century.

The appearance of the monastery resembles a fabulous fortress. The monastery is observed with thick stone walls forming the wrong pentagon. Tourists entering the territory of the complex are amazed by a unique architecture that combines characteristic massive majestic dome, unusual arches and colonnades, carved verandas. The main temple, the church of the Nativity of the Virgin, is known for incredibly beautiful frescoes and carved iconostasis.

In the photo is a majestic Rial Monastery.

  • At a distance of a two-hour trip, there is a Best Bulgarian ski resort - Borovets, where you will find wonderful mountainside and cozy hotels. In the summer season, the resort becomes the center of pedestrian tourism, Mountainbaking and horse riding. Recently, the ski resorts of Bulgaria are rapidly developing and constituted with decent competition to Austrian and Italian counterparts.

In the photo - picturesque mountain slopes at different times of the year.

Now you know about the most famous, interesting and beautiful places of one of the most amazing countries of the Balkan Peninsula. Mark the sights of Bulgaria on the map you are interested in, make a route and go to a fascinating journey.

The Republic of Bulgaria is located in the east of the Balkan Peninsula. She became a favorite holiday destination from different countries. The country is known not only by its excellent beach and ski resorts, but also a huge number of natural, cultural and historical monuments.

Description of the country

Until November 15, 1990, the country was called the People's Republic of Bulgaria. Today, the word "folk" from the title disappeared. The population is 7.5 million people. The capital is the city of Sofia. Bulgaria's nearest neighbors - Greece, Serbia, Turkey, Romania, Macedonia.

In the East, the territory of the country is washed by the water of the Black Sea, which connects it with Ukraine, and the Straits of Dardanelles and Bosphorus - with Mediterranean countries. Bulgaria is one of the smallest countries located in Europe, its area does not exceed 111 thousand square kilometers.

Climatic conditions

The Republic of Bulgaria has a soft moderately continental climate. It is clearly expressed four seasons. The Mediterranean influence in the southern regions is especially felt. The average annual temperature does not exceed +10.5 ° C. In January, the average temperature is about 0 ° C. In the summer, the thermometer column does not rise above +30 ° C.

Religion

Orthodox Christians account for 86.7% of the population, 13% - Muslims. Church of Bulgaria Autonomous, led by Patriarch.

Saints Bulgaria

The inhabitants of Bulgaria will honor the saints, canonized by the church. Among them:

  • Holy Vlas is a patron saint of cattle breeders and vehicles.
  • Saints Konstantin and Elena is a mother and son. Konstantin was the emperor of the Roman Empire, who made the powers of Christian inhabitants.
  • Yanhalota (Boyan, Warrior) is the first martyr of Bulgaria.
  • Naum, promoting with Cyril and Methodius writing and religious culture.
  • Clement Ohrid is a follower and like-minded person Cyril and Methodius.
  • Boris I in 865 proclaimed Christianity by the state religion, known as Burgaria Baptist.
  • Peter I made the Bulgarian church independent of Constantinople.
  • Holy Ohrid was a student of Methodius, after the death of his teacher, he became archbishop in Moravia instead.
  • Dimitri Basarbovsky is revered as a reverend, which is capable of healing.
  • Anastasiya Strumitsky - Martyr. His day of memory Bulgaria celebrates August 29.
  • Paraskeva Serbian is known and revered due to a ascetic lifestyle.

Bulgaria: Language

State language in the Bulgarian country. He belongs to the Slavic group. The ancient letters of Slavs are written by Cyrillic, which was created by Cyril and Methodius. Her letters and signs are borrowed mainly from Greek alphabet. It is this Cyrillic with minor changes that exists with deep antiquity to the present day in the entire Orthodox Slavs. Bulgarian Cyrillic read easy. Does not cause any phonetics, nor pronunciation.

Capital of Bulgaria

A huge cultural heritage stores the center of Bulgaria. First of all, this is the ancient capital of Bulgaria - Veliko Tarnovo - and the current capital. This city is striking tourists by identity and beauty.

Sofia city is one of the oldest in Europe. From a long time, he was famous for thermal and mineral sources. The founding of the city specialists belong to the I century of our era. Initially, he was called the angry. He was a major administrative and shopping center of the Roman Empire, and then Byzantium. In 447, the angry was destroyed by the Huns.

The second birth of the city occurred in a hundred years. By the beginning of the 809, he was part of the first time and was renamed to the middle. He received its modern name at the end of the XIV century.

When Sofia seized the Turks (1382), it became the second after Constantinople with a large craft, shopping and cultural center in the Balkan Peninsula. In December 1877, the city was liberated by Russian troops from Turkish Iga and since 1879 he became the permanent capital of Bulgaria.

This magnificent city is famous for its attractions. Many of them are monuments of state importance. For example, the Cathedral of Alexander Nevsky, which is located on the Square of the capital of the same name. The magnificent construction of white stone and granite was built in honor of the liberation of Bulgaria. In addition, all coming to the country should be visited by Rotonda St. George, the Cathedral of St. Resurrection, the Church of St. Nicholas, the luxurious Mosque of Banya Bashi, the Archaeological Museum.

Varna

The city of Varna (Bulgaria) together with the areas adjacent to it is located on the Black Sea coast. This is not only a popular Bulgarian resort, but also the cultural center of the country.

The Republic of Bulgaria is famous for unique historical monuments. Attractions Varna are a lot of museums that store historical exhibits, documents.

The symbol of the city is considered to be the Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin. In Varna, you can visit the seaside park. It is the Palace of Sports and Culture, Dolphinarium, Zoo, Planetarium, Museum of Nature and Aquarium. The huge interest of tourists is archaeological museum. His pride is a large collection of gold products, which dates from the VI millennium to our era.

No less interesting attractions of the suburbs of Varna. Here you can visit the Palace of Evcinograd, which is surrounded by a luxurious park, and an excellent valley. It is called "Stone Forest" due to huge (up to 6 m high) columns whose age, according to specialists, is fifty million years.

The Republic of Bulgaria, the attractions of which is impossible to study in one trip, very carefully refers to its history. We will try to present you the sights of the country that cause the greatest interest of tourists.

City of Nessebar.

This is the real city-museum, which is located on a picturesque peninsula. His sights will not leave anyone indifferent. Nessebar is about one square kilometer. Nevertheless, more than 40 churches were built on this territory at different times. However, today tourists will be able to see only the temples of St. Sven and St. Stephen, who are well preserved to the present day

Plovdiv

Many very ancient cities around the world are known to the Republic of Bulgaria. For example, the city of Plovdiv, located on the hill. It was founded six thousand years ago. Walking around the city, you can see the ancient towers built at different times, a large Roman amphitheater, many monuments and museums.

Terrain rupe

Wishing to visit the Rozhen monastery, which was founded in 1220. This is one of the oldest monasteries in the country. The sidelines of the monastery is the icon of the Virgin Elyus, which the parishioners consider the miraculous.

Dobarsko village

This is a small alpine village located at the foot of the Rial Mountains, in seventeen kilometers from Bansko, represents the natural attractions of Bulgaria. Vector pine forests, picturesque meadows, alpine plateau, mountain streams. Here you will be invited to the rural house and will be treated with national dishes and domestic crayons. Visiting this reserved village produces a strong impression.

Seven Rila lakes

Another unique natural monument that the Republic of Bulgaria is proud of. This is a group of glacial lakes. Even in July, they are often covered with ice and snow, and they surround their flowering meadows. Lakes are one over the other. They are associated with beautiful waterfalls.

Monastery Aladja

We are confident that the mysterious rock abode will surprise many. The monastery is founded in the XIV century and today is one of the main attractions of Bulgaria. The monastery is 14 km north of Varna, not far from the resort of Golden Sands. This rock abode, in which the functions of different premises are clearly visible - a great place for pilgrimage, ecological and

What to choose a beach?

Bulgaria beaches at all resorts municipal. But the shore is leased to private owners. Therefore, on the beaches, the equipment is paid: umbrellas, sun loungers, mattresses, folding tables and chairs, catamarans, etc. In this article we will present you the most popular

Golden sands - the largest resort of the country. It is located in the north of the Black Sea coast. This is a real Mecca, where lovers of active tourism prefer to rest.

Albena beaches 150 meters stretching for seven kilometers. The sea in the area is very warm and calm, besides, it is not too deep: at a distance of two hundred meters from the shore depth of no more than one and a half meters. The climate is quite comfortable: summer air temperature is not higher than +28 ° C, and water +25 ° C.

The beaches of Saint-Vlas are north of Sunny Beach, they are quite deservedly called a paradise. Luxury landscapes, flawlessly clean air, slopes of mountain range, covered with thick vegetation, unique aromas of roses - all this creates an extraordinary atmosphere. Here you will comfortably feel those who want to retire from the noise and the bustle of the modern city. In addition, this place is perfect for a relaxing family holiday. The coast is divided into several beaches that cover small golden sand.

The central beach of Sozopol is very pretty and cozy. He is free. According to rest, it is a corner of pacification and privacy. Tourists pleases the local clean water, the sea protects against the waves of the Peninsula of the Old Town.

The beaches of the complex of St. Helena and Constantine, which are located on the shore of the bay between golden sands and varnar, are covered with quartz fine sand. The width of the beaches is not too large, and the length of them is about 3 km. Sea bottom of pretty hollow, and there are no depths.

The resort of Dunes has a beach of 4500 meters long and a width of more than a hundred meters. The sand is golden and small, like on most Bulgarian beaches. There are small dunes. The sea is calm here, with a gentle bottom. The depth increases smoothly, so it is comfortable to relax with children.

Burgas Bay is known to tourists around the world with their beautiful golden sands, gentle bottom, perfectly clean water. The beach width reaches 100 meters.

The beach "Harmani Beach" is located in the new city of Sozopol. Unlike the central beach, it is wider and longer, so it is much freer. Nearby are numerous bars, restaurants, cafes. The entrance to the beach is free, and renting chaise lounges and umbrellas will cost you in 2 dollars.

Tours

Today, many Russians gladly acquire tours to Bulgaria. The prices for them are quite acceptable. Rest in the solar and hospitable country is responsible to European standards.

Before purchasing a ticket, you should take care of a visa. The best time to visit the resorts of the country is June-September and January-March.

We inform those who are going to buy tours to Bulgaria. Prices for vouchers in the winter season 2016 begins from 23,602 rubles (seven nights, departure from Moscow). Information about prices for the summer season is not yet.

Bulgaria is famous for its various resorts. There are in the country as for a long time promoted, so I. very youngBut the rapidly winning potential tourists are small picturesque villages. And in Bulgaria go minimize Health, relax and soul and body. The seaside resorts of the country are attracted not only by young, but also more mature holidaymakers who remember about the welcome fraternal Bulgaria.

Nessebar - the oldest city of Europe

Burgas - one of major cities Bulgaria

- Pretty attractive and inexpensive resort. Here is a large seaport, an international airport, railway and bus stations.

There are beautiful in Burgas clean beaches, Big Primorsky Park (about 7 km) with, Opera House and several museums. All this attracts every year to the city of many tourists.

Despite the fact that the Internet is actively promised cheap shopping in Burgas, in fact prices There is very even foreign, truth the choice is good. The city itself, though big, but very beautiful.

Sunny Beach - the most expensive resort of Bulgaria

- one of most popularand famous tourist complexes of the country. The city of non-mercy discos, built up with rows of countless hotels. Everything is expensive here. Prices In stores, restaurants, on the beaches, on a taxi - several times higherthan in Pomorie. And at the same time the resort literally nabe the people. Beaches, though clean, but often you can see seaweed On the shore (and in the evening they are thrown back into the water).

For the environmental advantages of water and sand resort awarded award Blue flag.

On the sunny shore there is a bus station. In the city you can easily order many excursion.

Balchik - Botanical Garden City

Balchik - inexpensiveBut not too beautiful resort. Resting here all 14 days we would not want.

Popularity Balchka gives fabulously beautiful with summer residence of the Romanian Queen in him. This is one of the main attractions of all Bulgaria, especially its seaside region.

The city is located in the north of the country and is the third largest seaport. We were looking for a long time bus station in Balchik, but it turned out that his not anymore. Near the old and abandoned building there is a regular stop. It hangs a bus schedule on it, on which you can leave the city.

Main minus, is that get to from Balchik directly before the same Nessebar or Burgas impossible. Before we must transplane In Varna.

Golden Sands - Hot Resort Bulgaria

Golden Sands - One of the biggestresorts of the country. Prices here slightly lowerthan on the sunny bank, but the weather is usually very hot. The sun bake is simply incredible, because the mountains do not allow fresh air to break through, so there is often a stuff.

Great fits for young people and lovers of nightlife. This resort will not let you get bored - music and fun Do not stop the clock day. But there is one and one minus - descent to the beach and entrance to the sea not such gegoingAs in Sunny Beach or Nessebar at the expense of the mountainous relief.

Varna - Cultural and Historical heritage of Bulgaria

Varna is also popular resort Bulgaria. This is a huge, living city with lots of parks, shops and squares. To say that everything is very cheap here, it is impossible, but also you can't call particularly high prices.

Varna is an important economic and cultural center with its airport and an established ferry message. it the biggest Port city of Bulgaria.

In Varna is big bus stationFrom which you can leave in any direction - both by Bulgaria itself and in other countries of the world.

Overview - Young resort settlement

In this town we were only passing, but he seemed to us sympathetic and inexpensive, let I. slightly boring. The review is rapidly developing and will soon promise a chic rest for any category of tourists.

Prices On him much lowerthan in popular resorts of the country. In the town there is a bus station.

Sea a little warmerthan in neighboring golden sands. Great for recreation with children. The review employs a children's camp with a water park and an amusement park.

Ravda - Resort for relaxing tourists

small village.which is near Nessebar and actively built up. This is a developing resort, therefore prices here a little lower, but also look particularly not what. In the central part of the town before the building of the municipality, it works Cute fountain.

There are in Ravda Water Park and Lunapark. Beach clean, well-groomed with all conviniences. Ravda fits for budget recreation and recreation with children.

Aheloy - City of expensive hotels

Aheloy - smallcozy resort town on the coast of Bulgaria. Despite the fact that he himself is quite far from the sea, set up a lot in his seaside part expensive hotelsIn addition to which there is nothing there.

Coast Aheeloy clean and well-groomedhere also exist balneological resorts. Suitable for family holidays, because the resort is in an environmentally friendly and calm Raena of Bulgaria.

From authors

Bulgaria actually very contrasting country. Cheap resorts here are no worse than expensive, they like even more. Just they have not yet been promoted. For example, in Pomorie cozy and beautifully, the prices are extremely low, and Sunny Beach is designed exclusively for people who want to quickly spend money - a bit ugly journey of hotels and nightclubs. List of inexpensive resortsDesigned exclusively on our experience and impressions about such: Pomorie, Balchik, Varna, Burgas, Review.

Lot In Bulgaria I. dear resorts. And if some take a fee for beautiful landscapes, the antiquity of the city and the Bulgarian color (which is understandable), then others simply pull out of you money, as if a vacuum cleaner. TO split and not even cheap We would attributed: Sunny Beach, Golden Sands, Nessebar, Ravda, Ahel.

Bulgaria is a strikingly multifaceted country: here you are waiting for sunny beaches of sea resorts, snow-covered ski slopes, scenic natural parks, ancient monuments, delicious kitchen and excellent opportunities for adults and children. Local residents are welcoming and hospitable, and prices, which is important, quite affordable - not at all European.

The country spread out in southeastern Europe on the Balkan Peninsula. From the east it is washed by the Black Sea: the length of the sea coast here is 400 kilometers. The southern neighbors of Bulgaria are Greece and Turkey, in the West, the country borders with Serbia and Northern Macedonia, and in the north - with Romania.

Bulgaria has always been a crossroads of roads from Europe to the Middle East and to Asia, and therefore in all historical periods were of interest for neighboring peoples who left traces of their stay in the Bulgarian land. There are graves of the Thracian kings, the theaters of the ancient Greeks, the ancient Roman stadiums, the medieval castles of the Kings of the first and second Bulgarian kingdom, Ottoman mosques, etc. On the territory of the current Bulgaria, there are nine objects included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Natural landscape of Bulgaria is very diverse. So, through the entire territory of the country, the Balkan Mountains stretched: from the farthest northwestern regions to the coast of the Black Sea. Mountains and river valleys occupy almost all Western and southern regions of the country. The highest peak of Bulgaria and the whole Eastern Europe is Musal Mountain (2,925 meters above sea level), which appeared on Ryla Ridge. In the south of the country there are lowlands and low mountains of Strandja and Sakar, in the north, the territory is lowland, and in the east there is the Black Sea coast.

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From a tourist point of view, modern Bulgaria is a varied country that lovers of several areas of rest. In our travel guide in Bulgaria, we will tell about the best beach and ski resorts, the main attractions, about the most delicious dishes of local cuisine. The time spent in Bulgaria will certainly be remembered by its guests, because, according to local residents, their country is Paradise, the old Bulgarian legend tells about it: "When God has given to the peoples of the world of their earth, he forgot about Bulgarians. There is no free land for them. And then he gave Bulgarian a piece of paradise. "

How to get

You can get to Bulgaria with a variety of modes of transport - by air, on the ground and water.

Plane

The plane is the most convenient way to get to Bulgaria. Four airport in the country: in Sofia, Plovdiv, Burgas and Varna. Most regular flights are performed in the air harbor of Sofia, and the charters fly to Varna and Burgas, which are located on the coast.

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History

In the territory of Bulgaria, people settled with deep antiquity, this is evidenced by the numerous found by scientists of the mounds, the burial grounds and settlements.

Dellegian period

Cities and regions

There are several options for the division of Bulgaria to the regions.

For example, an administrative country consists of 28 regions, which, in turn, are divided into 264 communities. The names of the communities and regions correspond to the names of the cities that are their administrative centers: Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, Ruse, Gabrovo, etc.

In accordance with the Regulation of the European Union No. 1059/2003, the territory of Bulgaria is divided into two first-order regions and six second regions. They are not administrative-territorial units and are created only for EU statistical purposes. These two regions are the Northern and Southeast Bulgaria and the South-West and South-Central Bulgaria.

Tourists will also be interested in another division of the country to regions associated with geography, climate and recreation opportunities.

Coast of the Black Sea

Most tourists depart in Bulgaria over the sea and the Sun, so the Black Sea coast of the country is 350 kilometers long - the most popular region. It is here that famous Bulgarian resorts are located, which are considered one of the best in Europe. In the summer they offer excellent conditions for recreation for every taste and wallet. The history of most cities and villages located on the coast goes rooted during the times of ancient Greece or the Roman Empire - this is evidenced by archaeological monuments that are literally at every step.

The coast of Bulgaria is divided into the southern and northern parts of Stara Planina Mountain Range and Cape Emine. The unofficial capital of the northern part is Varna, and South Burgas.

One of the most interesting from the historical point of view of the resorts of Bulgaria - Nessebar. , founded in the XII - XI centuries BC. e. His old town, picturesquely located on a small rocky cape, from all sides by the sea, is so saturated with attractions that is fully included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Not far from Nessebar is another Bulgarian resort - Pomorie , founded in the IV century BC. e. Today, he is a famous balneological center with its own healing mud, which is famous for the beaches covered with volcanic sand. It is worth seeing the Antique Dome Tomb, the Historic Museum Pomorie and the Salt Museum, the Soler Lake and the National Reserve "Old Pomorie Houses".

Central part of Bulgaria

The central region of Bulgaria in the north on the River Danube is bordered by Romania, in the south - with Greece and Turkey. The Balkan Mountains, also known as Stara Planna, divide this region in half, being the most extended and largest mountain range in the country. It was the Balkan mountains that gave the name to the entire Balkan Peninsula.

This area is part of the larger historical and geographical area of \u200b\u200bFracia and is replete with historical monuments of that period. For example, Panagürsk treasure is one of the most famous artifacts of Thracian culture, or the Thracian tomb in the Kazanelka of the IV century BC. e. - UNESCO World Heritage Site.

What to see

So, tourists must see Old Town Nessebar . Nessebar (Nessebar) is one of the oldest European cities and for sure the most beautiful city of Bulgaria. Founded more than 2,000 years ago, it is located on a peninsula with a length of 850 meters associated with a 400-meter bench. It is here that the old city center is located on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1983, and since 1956, the city-museum since 1956. Almost 50 churches and other historical monuments are concentrated on the territory of the old center, among them - the fortress walls, the Byzantine terms, the Church of St. John the Baptist, St. Sophia, the Almighty Christ, etc.

Also, tourists in Nessebar can see part of the city, who went under the water for several centuries ago - she is clearly visible from the shore in clear weather.

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Things to do

Most often, tourists go to Bulgaria for beach rest, health and skiing, but in the country, in addition, there is a lot of different types of pastime: it is diving, and ecotourism, and horse riding, and cycling.

Beach rest

Bulgaria is famous for its beach holiday, local seaside resorts are considered one of the best in Europe. They are especially fit for relaxing families with children: the beaches are well equipped, covered with small golden sand, clocking into the sea is gentle, warm water, does not have any serious storms and almost no strong currents. Many Bulgarian beaches are marked by the European Environmental Cleanign Sign - Blue Flags.

At the same time, some beaches are littered with more dark sand - it means that there are many iron in it, and such a composition has wellness properties. For example, dark sand is distinguished by the beach zones of Pomorius, next to which a number of balneological health resorts are located. And the wider beaches in Bulgaria - at the resort of Albena: up to 150 meters wide.

At the same time, there are also a few pebble beaches on the Bulgarian coast. They are located in the area of \u200b\u200bNessebar and Sozopol, and, as a rule, they are "wild", not equipped. On some stony shores for tourists, special concrete platforms create.

Ski rest

Bulgarian ski resorts are known throughout Europe with their high level of service and democratic prices.

Skating season here, as a rule, lasts from November to March, and sometimes before April. During this period, tourists have every chance to catch good snowy weather. At the same time, almost all ski complexes in the country are equipped with snow guns - in case, a thaw will suddenly happen in the midst of winter.

In general, the infrastructure of the skiing Bulgaria is very developed and deserves all sorts of praise, as well as picturesque nature, on the lane of which there are winter centers.

Ski resorts are located in the highest Bulgarian mountains - on ridges Rhodope, Pirin and Rila, at altitudes 900 - 2,600 meters. Almost all of them are suitable for skiers with a variety of preparation levels, having highways of all categories of complexity. Ski schools work in the complexes.

Ecotourism

Bulgaria is famous for its national parks, their country is eleven. These places are extremely suitable for ecotourism.

For example, tourists are very popular with Rila National Park, on the territory of which the famous Rila Monastery, Bulgarian Jerusalem is located, and a unique natural attraction Seven Rila lakes. The park was equipped with a zone for intensive tourism, where they created trails for cycling, hiking and horseback walks, recreation centers, etc.

Another famous National Park is Pirin, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. It was founded in 1952 to preserve his unique ecosystem. Here are the picturesque glacier lakes, karst caves, fir and beech forests, the age of individual trees in which reaches five hundred years.

Among the most unusual National Parks of Bulgaria - Belogradchik Rock Park, located near the borders from Serbia and Romania, next to the city of Belogradchik. There is a unique eponymous fortress, the biggest in Bulgaria and certainly the most unusual: its fancy form is explained by the fact that the man-made buildings were inscribed in the already existing rock formations.

The oldest National Park of Bulgaria is spread on Mount Vitosha next to Sofia. It was founded in 1934 to preserve the local unique pine forest. Today, the park is one of the favorite seats of rest residents and guests of Sofia - it is called "light capital", and also the "roof of Sofia". There is a lot of turbases and holiday homes, there are rope roads and tourist trails.

On other environmental zones of Bulgaria, you can read in the Reserves section.

Other active types of rest

In addition to hiking on Nazparks Bulgaria, this country has something to offer tourists. For example, great popularity among guests enjoy horse tours. This journey will be less tedious than a hiking, and chat with horses will bring a lot of positive emotions. Equestrian routes are offered in almost all mountainous regions of the country - in the Balkan mountains, in the north of Stara Planns, etc., and on the coast. For example, known riding Club Works in Alben.

Another popular view of active pastime - valvera. The mild climate of Bulgaria and comfortable weather make such a way of traveling around the country is very pleasant. Tourists go on cycling routes not only in Natparks, but also through the territory of the whole country to see as many interesting places as possible. You can rent a bike in almost any hotel at Bulgaria resorts.

Recently, in the Black Sea coast of Bulgaria is actively developing diving. So, the largest dive center in the country is in Nessebar, at the old pier. Despite the fact that the underwater world of the Bulgarian coast is not so picturesque, as, for example, in Egypt or in Maldives, there are a number of interesting places for immersions - racks (sunken ships) and long-lasting antique cities under the water.

Wellness tourism

Bulgaria is a famous direction for health tourism in Europe. There is at least five hundred sources with healing mineral water, on which hospital and sanatoriums are built. All of them are equipped with the latest medical equipment, experienced professional professionals work in them.

At the same time, medical tourism is developed in Bulgaria. Medical centers specializing in the treatment of various diseases and rehabilitation programs are almost all seaside resorts. A large plus of local clinics remains the lack of a language barrier for Russians and democratic prices for European standards.

Event tourism

During the year in Bulgaria passes. First, tourists can catch religious holidays, such as Orthodox Christmas or Easter. Secondly, at the end of May - early June in the country passes traditional Rose Festivaldedicated to the main folk fishing - the cultivation of oilseed roses.

If you are planning to visit the Balchik in August, you can get on Sea festival. His dates change the year from year to year, they should be clarified on the event site.

Communication

mobile connection

Currently, mobile communications in Bulgaria is represented by three operators:

  • A1 (Earlier M-TEL)
  • VivaCom
  • Telenor

SIM cards are sold in the offices of these operators in every Bulgarian city and at all airports. The purchase procedure is simple, but foreigners will require an abroad passport.

Each operator has tariffs with a subscription fee and without. With a subsidiary of a minute of conversation cost cheaper, but the contract will have to make at least a year. Tourists for short-term travels are more suitable for prepaid tariffs ("preparing package"), and Telenor and VivaCom operators, as they are much cheaper than A1, the oldest mobile company in Bulgaria. Remember that the validity of the SIM card is automatically extended for a year since the last account replenishment.

The cost of outgoing calls to Russia per minute of conversation averages from 0.37 lev to 0.72 lev. Copy vouchers are replenished with vouchers 5, 6, 10 and 20 lefts.

The coating in the Bulgarian mobile operators is more or less the same. Communication in all major cities and on the Black Sea coast of Bulgaria is good and stable.

the Internet

As for the mobile Internet, Bulgaria is fully covered with a minimum of 3G bond, and in all cities and resorts there is a stable 4G signal.

Mobile communication Although relatively notes, but is popular with tourists. These are mainly prepaid tariffs for a certain amount of megabytes for a certain period. For example, VivaCom has an Easy Traffic package for 30 days, which includes 20,000 MB of the Internet, it costs 20 leftions (about 10 euros).

Wi-Fi has in public areas of large cities: at train stations, in urban areas. Category 4-5 * Hotels provide guests with free Wi-Fi, in hotels of less stars for connecting to the Internet can ask for a fee. In addition, you can "catch" Wi-Fi in cafes and restaurants of Bulgaria.

Buses operating on intercity lines are also provided with free Wi-Fi access points.

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