It has become a popular tourist destination for rural and mountain tourism in recent years. Located on the steep slopes of the Western Rhodopes, is one of the historical and architectural reserves of Bulgaria – the village Kovachevitsa. At 60 km. from Bansko, 25 km. northeast of Gotse Delchev, only 8 km. from Leshten village, […]
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The desire to escape from the gray and hectic daily routine of the big city is increasingly prompting us to seek out and rediscover those small, seemingly forgotten, beautiful villages where time has simply stopped. They retained the authenticity of bygone eras, radiating the calm and coziness that create the feeling of returning home. Nestled
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Bulgaria is not only a summer vacation destination, but it also attracts ski lovers during the winter season – from December till April. Bulgaria is the perfect winter escape country with breathtaking mountains, various ski trails and great SPA hotels with outdoors hot mineral springs for those who imagine their winter vacation relaxing and having
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Istanbul is an absolute must-visit city at least once in a lifetime. Whoever you ask about Istanbul, everyone will tell you that one visit is not enough to feel this vibrant megapolis, and after the first visit, you will always want to come back again and again. Istanbul is a magnet that attracts thousands and
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One of the best things about traveling is the souvenirs that you bring home afterward to remind you of your trip. Many collect magnets to put on their fridge’s door, others look meticulously for something typical for the region or the particular country and produced by the local community to support the local economy. What
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To really immerse yourself in Bulgarian nature, you have to visit the Rhodope mountains. This mythical and mystical landscape will enchant you from the first sight and you’ll be urged to go back there over and over again. The birthplace of the Thracian musician Orpheus still whispers the love songs dedicated to Euridice. The legends
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Rhodopes cuisine depended on the climate and the landscape back at the days. As the mountains were difficult to hike every day and there were no roads, locals relied only on their own production. Beans, potatoes, and wheat are grown in the region. Milk and dairy products are always present in the Rhodopes’ menu. Salted
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If you want to explore Bulgaria, you’ll face a difficult choice to make – which itinerary to undertake – a historical one, natural wonders discovery or just a city walk? This itinerary is for connoisseurs only and includes all-in-one – a historical walk in the cities of Lovech and VelikoTarnovo, visits to some of the
The best of Bulgaria in 12 days When someone asks me ‘’what would you recommend to do, see and experience in Bulgaria?’’ I reply ‘’Depends on what you like’’. Bulgaria has it all – mountains, sunny beaches, history, culture, festivals, extreme activities and all this is affordable and easily reachable. However, the most difficult
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