4 articles tagged with bulgaria
Sofia surprised me. I arrived expecting Soviet-era architecture and left with a suitcase full of hand-embroidered textiles, ceramics that rival Japanese craftsmanship, and a newfound appreciation for Bulgarian design innovation. This city offers something rare: authentic shopping experiences where tradition...
The ancient cobblestone streets of Veliko Tarnovo whispered stories to me as I wandered through Bulgaria's medieval capital last fall, my wallet surprisingly untouched. After my fifth trip to Eastern Europe, I've finally found what might be the continent's most...
¡Hola viajeros! There's something magical about arriving in Sofia—this underrated Balkan gem where Soviet-era monuments stand alongside golden-domed churches and the dramatic silhouette of Vitosha Mountain creates the most stunning urban backdrop. But here's the real treasure I discovered during...
When my teenage daughter and I planned our weekend escape to Bulgaria's Rila Monastery, I knew we'd find spiritual tranquility within those iconic striped arches. What I hadn't anticipated was the treasure trove of authentic Bulgarian craftsmanship waiting in the...