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Kovachevitsa – The Most Beautiful Village in Bulgaria (TravelGuide)

Veneta Nikolova25 February, 202626 February, 2026

by Veneta Nikolova25 February, 202626 February, 202603236

Believe it or not, places like this still exist in the 21st century. Kovachevitsa looks exactly like a set for a historical drama. Some even call it the ‘Bulgarian Hollywood.’ Many famous Bulgarian movies use these ancient stone houses as a stunning backdrop. However, you must visit in person to...

Petrich: Hidden Treasures of Bulgaria

Veneta Nikolova6 January, 202516 February, 2026

by Veneta Nikolova6 January, 202516 February, 202601964

The region around the town of Petrich in Bulgaria hides a treasure trove of fascinating landmarks. This area, rich in history and natural beauty, invites travelers to explore its ancient ruins, mystical sites, and captivating stories. Join me as I take you on a journey through some of the most...

Authentic Rural Tourism in Bulgaria – Discover Pirin Village

Veneta Nikolova6 January, 20256 January, 2025

by Veneta Nikolova6 January, 20256 January, 202501428

If you don’t like old places, if abandoned areas and decaying houses overtaken by ivy and forgotten history repel you, if you have no interest in history and find conversations with the few elderly villagers of our mountain settlements boring and tedious—quickly exit this article. The village of Pirin will...

Dolen Village, Rhodope Mountains – Bulgaria’s secret gem

Veneta Nikolova4 March, 202416 February, 2026

by Veneta Nikolova4 March, 202416 February, 202601197

Dolen Village in Bulgaria seems frozen in time. Unlike nearby villages Kovachevitsa and Leshten, it hasn’t been transformed by tourism or concrete developments. Many houses are empty and crumbling; the narrow streets are overgrown in places, riddled with ruts and barely passable. There’s not a single paved road, no...

Svilengrad is a “gold mine” for open-minded travelers

Veneta Nikolova3 February, 202322 February, 2026

by Veneta Nikolova3 February, 202322 February, 202602296

The town of Svilengrad is located in south-central Bulgaria, at the border with Turkey and Greece. It is considered as one of the most important border towns in Bulgaria. In the past Svilengrad used to be known as the Bulgarian Las Vegas because of the many casinos and gaming halls,...

The town of Haskovo – on the trails of history

Veneta Nikolova3 February, 202322 February, 2026

by Veneta Nikolova3 February, 202322 February, 202602638

The town of Haskovo is a gateway to the Eastern Rhodopes, which in turn abound with amazing trails to exlore the historical past. But before heading out into the countryside, I recommend you to take a stroll around the town, which boasts its renovated centre of parks, fountains and beautiful...

7 Best Things to Do in Troyan, Bulgaria: A Local’s Guide

Veneta Nikolova12 July, 202218 February, 2026

by Veneta Nikolova12 July, 202218 February, 202601069

“If you’re wondering about the best things to do in Troyan for your next Balkan escape, you’ve just found the perfect guide. Here is my curated guide to Troyan – where the air is fresh, the food is legendary, and the views are absolutely soul-soothing The villages around Troyan are...

Sofia – One of Europe’s Oldest Cities | Travel Tips for Bulgaria’s Capital

Veneta Nikolova23 June, 202222 February, 2026

by Veneta Nikolova23 June, 202222 February, 202601327

Bulgaria’s capital is one of the oldest cities in Europe. Sofia ’s landscape is a blend of Eastern and Western architecture, from the Roman and Ottoman empires as well as Brutalist buildings. The architecture of this city of 1.2 million people is still shaped very much by its recent socialist...

The village of Brashlyan – lost in the past

Veneta Nikolova29 September, 202125 March, 2020

by Veneta Nikolova29 September, 202125 March, 202002644

People in the village of Brashlyan still remember the times when the settlement was full of life and the local school found it hard to accommodate the kids from the area, willing to study. Now there are no more than 50 people left there. Silence and timelessness can be found...

Tutrakan – the unknown Bulgaria

Veneta Nikolova31 March, 202125 March, 2020

by Veneta Nikolova31 March, 202125 March, 202004081

Tutrakan is a small town located at the endmost point of Bulgaria, to the North facing the Danube and the barren Romanian plains on the other bank. Tourist routes rarely reach this point, perhaps because it is so remote and difficult of access, because of the bad roads leading to...

Tryavna – immerse yourself in the past

Veneta Nikolova22 September, 201925 March, 2020

by Veneta Nikolova22 September, 201925 March, 202004618

Tryavna is like a colorful illustration. In the town located in the heart of the Stara Planina mountain, everything is small and neat. The sun is like a football rolling in a bright blue sky. The white houses are decorated with flowers and preserve the memory of talented sculptors, architects...

8 best things to do in Veliko Tarnovo

Veneta Nikolova18 August, 201926 March, 2020

by Veneta Nikolova18 August, 201926 March, 202004410

Over one million tourists visit Veliko Tarnovo each year. This places Bulgaria’s former capital first in the ranking of most visited tourist sites in Bulgaria. The town is full of life all year round. The cultural calendar in this town is always full of events . You can attend all...