A collection of pictures from around Vidin, mostly buildings, monuments, churches.
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Then and Now: Ivan Vazov National Theatre
The Ivan Vazov National Theatre is one of the truly distinguished Sofia buildings of the early 20th century.
Pautalia Roman Baths
The Pautalia Roman Baths are one of the most significant Roman monuments remaining in Bulgaria. The baths were part of a healing center called an asklepeion.
Pirkova Tower
Pirkova Tower, in the city of Kyustendil, is a medieval defensive tower dating from the late 14th or early 15th century.
The Writers’ Cafe
One of the most popular establishments in Sofia during the 1930s was the Writers’ Café, at the corner of Rakovski and Osvoboditel Boulevards, next to the Saint Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church.
Mausoleum of Georgi Dimitrov
The Georgi Dimitrov mausoleum stood as a prominent memorial in Battenberg Square across from the royal palace from 1949 until 1999.
Then and Now: Sofia Airport
The first passenger terminal at Sofia Airport opened in 1939 with an expected future capacity of 600,000 annual travelers.
Shopping Mall Mania
With about 35 operating and over 50 more in various stages of development, the shopping mall is now a fixture in Bulgarian life.
Then and Now: Varna City Theatre
Two views of the Varna City Theatre building, one in the 1930′s and the other in 2010.
Then and Now: The Rectorate of Sofia University
Sofia University Sveti Kliment Ohridski is the first Bulgarian school of higher education. Evlogi and Hristo Georgiev, its original and largest donors, sit out front.
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