Top 6 Places to Visit in Bulgaria
Did you book your flight to Bulgaria yet? Okay, so now that you’ve decided to visit Bulgaria, you will want to know about the best places to see. Here’s what you should know – you are guaranteed fantastic hospitality and great views in Bulgaria, the likes of which you will not experience anywhere else in Europe.
Bulgaria has UNESCO World Heritage sites, some of the busiest cities in the world, great beaches and friendly people. It is an open, free market democracy with a stable economy and moderate politics. Tourism plays a big role in the Bulgarian economy.
Bulgaria is a safe country and you have nothing to fear there, as long as you take the most basic precautions that every traveller has to take. Do check out the local information on a place before visiting it, check out the weather updates on weather apps.
Also, don’t do things you would regret later, such as having a drink too many or taking banned substances. The Bulgarian police are very strict about enforcing the law and will not tolerate any violations, whether by the locals or by tourists.
You don’t need to understand Bulgarian, as most people here have a decent grasp of English and understand you perfectly. Having said that, let’s take a quick look at the top 6 places to visit in Bulgaria.
#1: Srebarna Nature Reserve – The Srebarna Nature Reserve is a UNESCO World Heritage Site not far from a town of the same name. There is a lovely museum at the reserve as well, where you will find preserved specimens of unique animal species, many of which are not found anywhere else in Europe.
#2: Sunny Beach – Sunny Beach is a popular resort on the Black Sea Coast which gets tens of thousands of tourists every summer. Sunny Beach is a popular party spot and you will always find young people here, having a great time. You will have a lot of fun in Sunny Beach for sure
#3: Ruse – Ruse is the fifth biggest Bulgarian city and a critical port for the nation’s exports and imports. Ruse has beautiful neo-Baroque and neo-Rococo architecture which you must see with your own eyes, and not just in a magazine spread. There are a plenty of museums in Ruse too. You will experience Bulgarian culture at its refined best here.
#4: Seven Rila Lakes – The Seven Rila Lakes are glacial lakes located in the Rila Mountains. They are among the most beautiful natural wonders of Bulgaria. You will enjoy walking through this area, especially during the summer.
#5: Iskar River – The Iskar River is the most important river in Bulgaria. It is a tributary of the great River Danube that flows through much of Eastern Europe. The Iskar River flows through some of the most beautiful regions you will ever see. You will enjoy going on a trek here. Be sure to get your best camera with you as you’re sure to spot many rare wild animals around here.
#6: Sofia – Sofia is the capital of Bulgaria and perhaps one of the most beautiful capital cities in the world. Sofia is one of the cultural hotspots of Eastern Europe. You will find some of the best art museums here, as well as historical museums and ancient churches. Sofia is also a great place for shopaholics, it has some of the biggest shopping malls in Bulgaria and its markets are busy all through the day, especially during the evening. Sofia has some of the best architecture you will find in any city in Europe. There are many open public spaces, statues and beautifully constructed buildings. The food here is great too. You will love the little coffee houses and cosy restaurants and bistros in Sofia.
