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Tryavna, the City with a Bridge

Tryavna, the City with a Bridge

Nestled in the Tryavna River Valley in the central-north part of the country, surrounded by lush hills and mountains, and decorated with historic houses in the Bulgarian Renaissance style, Tryavna has preserved the spirit of bygone times. [...more]

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Images of Pre-War Varna

Images of Pre-War Varna

Varna quickly developed into a major economic and cultural center following the war of independence from the Ottoman Turks. [...more]

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Balchik

Balchik

Balchik Palace and gardens is situated among striking white limestone cliffs at one of the most beautiful natural locations along the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast. [...more]

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Troyan

Troyan

The Troyan region, rich in history, crafts, natural beauty, and good food, is fast becoming an attractive place for tourism and recreation. [...more]

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Melnik

Melnik

Melnik is the smallest city in Bulgaria and is known for its distinctive architecture and local wine production. [...more]

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Koprivshtitsa

Koprivshtitsa

Koprivshtitsa is a living monument to the life, history and architecture of the National Revival period. [...more]

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In the Know (March 2009)

In the Know (March 2009)

Bulgarian leaders announced the symbolic start of building works on a new subway/metro extension connecting Mladost to the Sofia Airport. The three year plan includes construction of a large car park at the Tsarigrasdsko Shose. [...more]

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