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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...

Kayaking in Bulgaria: Explore Nature’s Hidden Gems

Veneta Nikolova14 November, 20246 February, 2026

by Veneta Nikolova14 November, 20246 February, 202601481

Kayaking in Bulgaria takes you to the Bulgarian stretch of the Danube, still 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...

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...

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...

Get to know 5 beautiful monasteries near Sofia

Veneta Nikolova3 February, 202326 February, 2026

by Veneta Nikolova3 February, 202326 February, 202602641

Religion and spirituality are a central part of life in Bulgaria. When the nation underwent 500 years of Ottoman domination, Christianity was the gluing element that kept the culture and the language alive in the society. Nowdays there are over 200 monasteries spread all over the country, which highlights the...

Explore the amazing Belogradchik Rocks

Veneta Nikolova23 October, 201926 February, 2026

by Veneta Nikolova23 October, 201926 February, 202603279

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...

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...

Koprivshtitsa: The Best Day Trip from Sofia (Top 7 Attractions)

Veneta Nikolova15 May, 201916 February, 2026

by Veneta Nikolova15 May, 201916 February, 202606062

I have visited Koprivshtitsa many times, and I honestly thought this picturesque mountain town had run out of ways to surprise me. I expected to find the usual crowds and souvenir shops, fearing it had finally sacrificed its authenticity to tourism. But I was wrong. On my last visit, I...

Enjoy the awesome beauty of Geopark Iskar-Panega

Veneta Nikolova7 October, 201826 February, 2026

by Veneta Nikolova7 October, 201826 February, 202604880

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...

Rhodope’s winter fairytale

Veneta Nikolova26 February, 201825 March, 2020

by Veneta Nikolova26 February, 201825 March, 202003100

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, 202003448

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...