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One of the oldest capital cities in Europe, Sofia dates back to the 8th century BCE. Its landmarks reflect more than 2,000 years of history, including Greek, Roman, Ottoman and Soviet occupations. Sofia houses numerous museums, notably the National Historical Museum which has a vast collection of more than 650,000 historical items. Sofia is one of the hippest cities in Bulgaria, boasting a lively nightlife scene with many different nightclubs, live venues, pubs, mehani (Bulgarian traditional taverns), and restaurants. The city also offers large green spaces and manicured gardens, and the ski slopes and hiking trails of mighty Mount Vitosha are just a short bus ride away.

Visit and discover the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Boyana Church, National Historical Museum, Banya Bashi Mosque, Church of St. George, Vitosha Boulevard, Mount Vitosha, National Palace of Culture, St. Sophia Church, St. Nedelya Church, National Art Gallery, Central Sofia Market Hall, Cherni Vrah, Sofia Synagogue, Church of St. Petka of the Saddlers, Museum of Socialist Art, and so much more.

Varna is the largest of the Black Sea resort towns. Varna is well-known for its archaeological sites and finds, such as the 6,000-year-old Gold of Varna, the oldest gold treasure in the world, and the Roman Baths which is the largest of its kind in the Balkans. Many people use Varna as a jumping-off point to explore the rest of the Black Sea Coast, but it is a popular tourist destination in its own right. It is one of the cultural centers of Bulgaria, and it is also home to one of the most vibrant nightlife scenes in the country. Be sure to visit one of the hot thermal spring 'sea baths' which dot the coast.

Visit and discover the Dolphinarium Varna, Sea Garden, Varna Archaeological Museum, Dormition of the Mother of God Cathedral, Roman Thermae of Odessos, Retro Museum, Butterfly House, National Maritime Museum, History of Varna Museum, Varna Eye, Monument of Tsar Kaloyan, and so much more.

Plovdiv is one of the oldest cities in Bulgaria. Founded on seven hills around 4000 BCE, Plovdiv was originally a Thracian settlement. No fewer than twelve different ethnic groups conquered Plovdiv over the centuries, and the various groups' influences can be seen in such areas as the Old Town, with its Bulgarian Renaissance architecture; and the Roman City, centered on the Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis, which is still in use today. The city's beautiful history and culture are on display everywhere you turn, and once you're there, you will see why the European Union named Plovdiv a European Capital of Culture for 2019.

Discover and explore the Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis, Plovdiv Roman Stadium, Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Regional Ethnographic Museum, Nebet Tepe, Alyosha Monument, Dzhumaya Mosque, Singing Fountains, Balabanov's House, Garden of Tsar Simeon, Hills of Plovdiv, and so much more.

Located at the foot of the Pirin Mountains in southwestern Bulgaria, Bansko is one of the country's most popular ski resorts, and also one of the newest. The area was developed in the early 2000s as a winter vacation getaway featuring amenities that rival the chalets and hotels of the Swiss Alps. Bansko boasts nearly 50 miles of ski runs, and a chair lift takes vacationers from town up to the resort's base at Banderishka Poliana. It is possible to ski for an entire mile from the summit of Mount Todorka (9,000 feet above sea level) to the town a mile below.

Discover the great Bansko Ski Resort, Mount Todorka, Pirin Mountains, Banderishka Poliana, Mount Vihrent, Mount Kutelo, Pirin Street, Velyanova House, Radonova House, and so much more.

Located at the foot of the Pirin Mountains in southwestern Bulgaria, Bansko is one of the country's most popular ski resorts, and also one of the newest. The area was developed in the early 2000s as a winter vacation getaway featuring amenities that rival the chalets and hotels of the Swiss Alps. Bansko boasts nearly 50 miles of ski runs, and a chair lift takes vacationers from town up to the resort's base at Banderishka Poliana. It is possible to ski for an entire mile from the summit of Mount Todorka (9,000 feet above sea level) to the town a mile below.

Discover the great Bansko Ski Resort, Mount Todorka, Pirin Mountains, Banderishka Poliana, Mount Vihrent, Mount Kutelo, Pirin Street, Velyanova House, Radonova House, and so much more.

Borovets, located in the Rila Mountains of western Bulgaria, is one of the largest winter resort towns in southeastern Europe. In 1896, it was selected by the Bulgarian royal family as the site of their hunting lodge. In the decades after, it was developed as a ski resort, which has hosted Alpine Skiing World Cup runs twice in the past. There are 31 miles of ski runs coming down Musala Ridge toward the hotel zone; the runs range in proficiency level from beginner to intermediate. The adjacent high-altitude Musala Lakes are popular tourist attractions as well, particularly in the summertime when many people hike along the nearby trails.

Discover the great Borovets Ski Resort, Sitnyakovo, Tsarska Bistritsa, Lake Deno, Mount Musala, Musala Lakes, Musala Ridge, and so much more.

Burgas is the largest city on the southern end of the country's Black Sea Coast. The city is situated just to the east of Lake Burgas, the country's largest lake, and as a result much of the city's economy has traditionally focused on fishing, although today it is a popular tourist and cultural destination. Be sure to visit the pier at the Central Beach, which is one of the longest in Bulgaria; as well as the Sea Garden, the largest park in the city, which buzzes with activity day and night.

Visit and explore the St. Anastasia Island, Sea Garden, Central Beach, Lake Burgas, Poda Nature Conservation Center, Lake Atanasovsko, Aquae Calidae, The Pier, St. Cyril and Methodius Cathedral, Markeli Fortress, and so much more.