Republic of Bulgaria: attractions, their photos. Tours to Bulgaria: prices, reviews

The Republic of Bulgaria is located in the east of the Balkan Peninsula. It has become a favorite place for tourists from different countries. The country is known not only for its beautiful beach and ski resorts, but also for a huge number of natural, cultural and historical monuments.

Country Description

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

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

Climatic conditions

The Republic of Bulgaria is characterized by a mild temperate-continental climate. It clearly shows four seasons. Especially the Mediterranean influence is felt in the southern regions. The average annual temperature does not exceed +10.5 ° C. In January, the average temperature is about 0 ° C. In summer, the thermometer does not rise above + 30 ° C.

Religion

Orthodox Christians account for 86.7% of the population, 13% - Muslims. The Bulgarian Church is autonomous, led by the Patriarch.

Saints of Bulgaria

Residents of Bulgaria honor the saints, canonized by the church. Among them:

• St. Vlas is the patron of pastoralists and tovtsev.
• Saints Constantine and Elena are mother and son. Constantine was the emperor of the Roman Empire, who made the power a Christian abode.
• Enravot (Boyan, Warrior) is the first martyr in Bulgaria.
• Naum, who, along with Cyril and Methodius, promoted written language and religious culture.
• Clement of Ohrid - a follower and like-minded Cyril and Methodius.
• Boris I in 865 proclaimed Christianity as the state religion, known as the Baptist of Bulgaria.
• Peter I made the Bulgarian church independent of Constantinople.
• Horazd Ohridski was a pupil of Methodius, after the death of his teacher he became an archbishop in Moravia instead.
• Dimitry Basarbovsky is revered as a monk who is able to heal.
• Anastasius Strumitsky is a martyr. Bulgaria celebrates its memory day on August 29.
• Paraskeva Serbskaya is known and revered by an ascetic lifestyle.

Bulgaria: language

The official language in the country is Bulgarian. It belongs to the Slavic group. The ancient writings of the Slavs are written in Cyrillic, which was created by Cyril and Methodius. Its letters and signs are borrowed mainly from the Greek alphabet. It is this Cyrillic alphabet with minor changes that has existed since ancient times to the present day in all Orthodox Slavdom. Bulgarian Cyrillic is easy to read. There is no difficulty in phonetics or pronunciation.

The capital of Bulgaria

A huge cultural heritage preserves the center of Bulgaria. First of all, this is the ancient capital of Bulgaria - Veliko Tarnovo - and the current capital. This city impresses tourists with its distinctive and beautiful nature.

The city of Sofia is one of the oldest in Europe. From ancient times, it was famous for its thermal and mineral springs. The founding of the city experts refer to the 1st century AD. In the beginning it was called Serdika. It was a major administrative and commercial center of the Roman Empire, and then of Byzantium. In 447 Serdika was destroyed by the Huns.

The second birth of the city occurred in a hundred years. By the beginning of 809 he was part of the Bulgarian kingdom and was first renamed Sredets. Its modern name he received in the late 14th century.

When Sophia was captured by the Turks (1382), she became the second largest trade, cultural and cultural center on the Balkan Peninsula after Constantinople. In December 1877, the city was liberated by the Russian troops from the Turkish yoke and from 1879 became the permanent capital of Bulgaria.

This magnificent city is famous for its sights. Many of them are monuments of national importance. For example, the Cathedral of Alexander Nevsky, which is located on the eponymous square of the capital. A magnificent structure of white stone and granite was built in honor of the liberation of Bulgaria. In addition, all visitors to the country should visit the Hagia Sophia, St. George's Rotunda, the Cathedral of the Resurrection, the Church of St. Nicholas, the magnificent Banja Bashi Mosque, the Archaeological Museum.

Varna

The city of Varna (Bulgaria), along with the surrounding areas, is located on the Black Sea coast. It is not only a popular Bulgarian resort, but also a cultural center of the country.

Unique historical monuments are the Republic of Bulgaria. The sights of Varna are a lot of museums that store historical exhibits and documents.

The Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin is considered to be the symbol of the city. In Varna you can visit the Seaside Park. It houses the Palace of Sports and Culture, a dolphinarium, a zoo, a planetarium, a nature museum and an aquarium. A huge interest of tourists is the Archaeological Museum. His pride is a large collection of gold items, which dates back to the 6th millennium BC.

No less interesting are the sights of the suburbs of Varna. Here you can visit the palace of Evksinograd, which is surrounded by a magnificent park, and a beautiful valley. It is called "stone forest" because of the huge (up to 6 m in height) columns, whose age, according to experts, is fifty million years.

The Republic of Bulgaria, whose attractions can not be studied in one trip, takes care of its history very carefully. We will try to present you the sights of the country, which cause the greatest interest of tourists.

The town of Nessebar

This is a real city museum, which is located on a picturesque peninsula. Its attractions will not leave anyone indifferent. The area of Nessebar is about one square kilometer. Nevertheless, more than 40 churches were built in this territory at different times. However, today tourists can see only the temples of the Holy Savior and St. Stephen, which are perfectly preserved to our days

Plovdiv

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

Locality Rupite

And in this place we recommend to come to all lovers of the mysterious and unusual. Here lived and was buried Vanga - healer and soothsayer.

Those who wish can visit the Rozhen Monastery, which was founded in 1220. This is one of the oldest monasteries in the country. The shrine of the monastery is the icon of the Mother of God Eleus, which parishioners consider miraculous.

The village of Dobarsko

This small mountain village, located at the foot of the Rila Mountains, seventeen kilometers from Bansko, represents the natural attractions of Bulgaria. The ancient pine forests, picturesque meadows, high-altitude plateaus, mountain streams. Here you will be invited to a farmhouse and treated to national dishes and homemade rakia. Visiting this protected village makes a strong impression.

Seven Rila Lakes

Another unique natural monument, which 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 surrounded by their flowering meadows. The lakes are located one above the other. They are connected by beautiful waterfalls.

Aladzha Monastery

We are sure that the mysterious rock monastery will surprise many. The monastery was founded in the XIV century and today it is one of the main attractions of Bulgaria. The monastery is located 14 km north of Varna, near the Golden Sands resort. This rocky abode, in which the functions of different rooms are clearly visible, is an excellent place for pilgrimage, ecology and cognitive tourism.

How to choose a beach?

Beaches of Bulgaria in all resorts are municipal. But the beach is rented out to private owners. Therefore, on the beach equipment is paid: umbrellas, chaise lounges, mattresses, folding tables and chairs, catamarans, etc. In this article we will present you the most popular beaches of Bulgaria.

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

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

The beaches of St. Vlas are to the north of Sunny Beach, they are deservedly called paradise. Luxurious landscapes, flawlessly clean air, slopes of the mountain massif, covered with dense vegetation, unique aromas of roses - all this creates an extraordinary atmosphere. Here, those who want to retire from the hustle and bustle of a modern city will feel comfortable. In addition, this place is perfect for a relaxing family vacation. The coast is divided into several beaches, which cover a small golden sand.

The central beach of Sozopol is very nice and cozy. It's free. According to holidaymakers, this is a corner of peace and seclusion. Tourists are pleased with the local clean water, the sea protects from the waves of the peninsula of the old city.

The beaches of St. Helena and Constantine, which are located on the bay between Golden Sands and Varna, are covered with quartz sand. The width of the beaches is not too great, and the length of them is about 3 km. The seabed is fairly shallow, and there are no changes in the depths.

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

The beaches of Elenite have established themselves as the most romantic places on the coast of Bulgaria. The resort is in a very beautiful bay. At this point the sea meets the mountains of Old Platina, not far from Bourgas and Sunny Beach.

The bay of Bourgas is known to tourists around the world for its beautiful golden sands, a gentle bottom, and impeccably clean water. The width of the beach is 100 meters.

The beach "Harmani Beach" is located in the new town of Sozopol. Unlike the Central beach, it is wider and longer, so it is much freer. Nearby there are numerous bars, restaurants, cafes. The entrance to the beach is free, and the rent of sun loungers and umbrellas will cost you $ 2.

Tours

Today, many Russians are happy to purchase tours to Bulgaria. The prices for them are quite acceptable. Rest in a sunny and hospitable country meets European standards.

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

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

Reviews

Impressions of people who have been vacationing in Bulgaria are mostly positive. Tourists like beautiful nature, reasonable prices, the possibility of combining sightseeing and beach holidays. Russian tourists feel quite comfortable in this country: all the inscriptions in Cyrillic, customs very much like ours, many locals understand the Russian language and treat guests kindly.