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Dark tourism in Bulgaria – 5 captivating locations

Veneta Nikolova6 January, 20256 January, 2025

by Veneta Nikolova6 January, 20256 January, 2025024

Can tourism evoke feelings of darkness, melancholy, and even painful memories? The answer is evident in the growing fascination with exploring abandoned factories, administrative buildings, hospitals, churches, and deserted villages. Bulgaria is a treasure trove for dark tourism enthusiasts, thanks to its neglected communist-era infrastructure and decaying buildings, including stadiums...

Kayaking Adventures in Bulgaria: Explore Nature’s Hidden Gems

Veneta Nikolova6 January, 2025

by Veneta Nikolova6 January, 2025021

I dare say that the Bulgarian stretch of the Danube remains an “untapped frontier” in terms of tourism, harboring countless hidden gems waiting to be discovered. The area around the village of Belyanovo is one of them. This idyllic spot lies not far from Ruse, in the municipality of Tsenovo,...

Balchik Tuzla – wild nature, mud baths and health according to the Egyptian method

Veneta Nikolova20 October, 202320 October, 2023

by Veneta Nikolova20 October, 202320 October, 20230538

Balchik Tuzla is a place where you can fill your eyes with beauty, your body with beneficial energy and your soul with joy and peace. This real natural treasure is hidden in a green vegetation area only 5 km from the Black Sea resort town of Balchik. The so-called Tuzla ...

Tips for an unforgettable weekend in the Village of Chavdar

Veneta Nikolova3 February, 20233 February, 2023

by Veneta Nikolova3 February, 20233 February, 20230754

The picturesque and modern-looking village of Chavdar is located about 70 km. from the Bulgarian capital in the folds of the mountain. It attracts tourists with its renovated buildings, asphalted streets, refurbished sidewalks and the wonderful kindergarten. The local authority is dedicated to a noble cause- to turn the pretty...

7 adventure ideas for a fun weekend near the Danube

Veneta Nikolova22 July, 20223 February, 2023

by Veneta Nikolova22 July, 20223 February, 20230921

The region of the Danube riverside town Ruse is one of the best adventure destinations in this part of the Balkans. How can you spend an unforgettable weekend in this beautiful part of Northeastern Bulgaria? Here are some suggestions: 1.Have a motorboat trip to the Lyulyak island or to the...

The Devil ‘s Throat – Welcome to the kingdom of Hades

Veneta Nikolova25 March, 202025 March, 2020

by Veneta Nikolova25 March, 202025 March, 202004283

Stepping over its threshold into the millennia-old twilight, one is very vividly aware of being a helpless link in the endless chain of the Universe. And if you listen in to the roar of the masses of water vanishing into the bottomless maze you will surely stand in awe of...

Hidden Bulgaria – Strandzha Mountain

Veneta Nikolova24 March, 202025 March, 2020

by Veneta Nikolova24 March, 202025 March, 202003505

Strandzha is a place wrapped in mystery. This mountain standing in the furthermost corner of Southeast Bulgaria. It is a magnet for people of adventure, wishing to spend something different from a standard vacation far from the chaos and bustle of modern civilization. You can hardly imagine a wilder spot...

Lakatnik rocks – a paradise for adventurers a day hike from Sofia

Veneta Nikolova22 March, 202025 March, 2020

by Veneta Nikolova22 March, 202025 March, 202005113

The Lakatnik rocks are very popular among fans of nature and high adrenaline. Those Magnificent rocks soar on the eastern slope of the Iskar Gorge which swings among the folds of the Balkan Mountain Range.The unique natural formations resemble a rock garland which is 250 meters high. The whole region...

Enjoy the awesome beauty of Geopark Iskar-Panega

Veneta Nikolova20 March, 202025 March, 2020

by Veneta Nikolova20 March, 202025 March, 202003766

Geopark Iskar-Panega is one of the most popular eco-paths among foreign tourists. It is situated in the Bulgarian Northwest and is easily accessible. The fans of wild nature highly appreciate the hidden potential of Yablanitsa, Cherven Bryag and Lukovit municipalities. The multiple karst formations in this region, including the meanders...

Explore the amazing Belogradchik Rocks

Veneta Nikolova10 March, 20203 February, 2023

by Veneta Nikolova10 March, 20203 February, 202302417

In Bulgaria’s Northwestern corner a fantastic rocky landscape meets the eye – the towering Belogradchik Rocks inspire awe and deference in any onlooker. The area is studded with yawning abysses, canyons and caves, gateways to the kingdom of Hades. Among them you will find ancient churches, ruins of ancient fortresses...

Rhodope’s winter fairytale

Veneta Nikolova26 February, 201825 March, 2020

by Veneta Nikolova26 February, 201825 March, 202002736

The Rhodope Mountain is the perfect place for a small holiday amidst beautiful snowy landscapes, crystal air and… silence! Shiny and puffy snow, hugging deep valleys and high rocks, small houses with smoking chimneys on their white roofs, bright blue sky, with small, cotton-like white clouds and the wind bringing...

The mysteries of St. Anastasia Island

Veneta Nikolova18 May, 201625 March, 2020

by Veneta Nikolova18 May, 201625 March, 202002907

Ninety years ago, terrorists exiled on Bulgarian St. Anastasia island would have found it hard to imagine a future when they would be considered romantic celebrities and their prison had become a tourist haven. Sometimes history plays tricks of its own, which is why it can be good to look...