Bulgaria
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Most people associate Bulgaria with a holiday vacation on one of the Black Sea beaches. Golden Sands and Sunny Beach have been at the forefront of European, slightly more low-budget resorts for years. The numerous clubs and beach bars mainly attract young people who cannot afford to party in Ibiza . However, Bulgaria does not start and end at the coast. The country is primarily made up of magnificent mountains, which, together with the uplands, cover 60% of its area . Both in winter and summer you can count on excellent conditions for various forms of active tourism. And the icing on the cake will be the opportunity to climb the highest peak in the Balkans , Musala . Bulgaria is also rich in history , which you will learn about when visiting cities such as Plovdiv , Sofia and Koprivsztica .
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What to see in Bulgaria?
If you like sightseeing, you'll have plenty to do in Bulgaria. There is an abundance of monuments and interesting places there. You will definitely visit Sofia , where the history reaches, among others, the reign of the Ottoman Empire mixed with the remnants of communism . The mixture of styles creates quite an intriguing combination. In terms of sightseeing, the Plovdiv located on the seven hills and the coastal Burgas deserve attention. On the coast, be sure to visit Nessebar with its UNESCO-listed old town on a promontory, or the exceptionally charming and intimate Sozopol .
The best beaches in Bulgaria
The Bulgarian Black Sea coast is not as spectacular as the Adriatic coast of Croatia or Albania . However, if you prefer long, wide, sandy beaches, you will have plenty of them there . For less crowded and wilder beaches , visit Irakli . If you are looking for places with numerous beach bars, discos and attractions such as parasailing, fast boats, etc., then you must go to Golden Sands , Sunny Beach or Nessebar .
Nightlife in Bulgaria
Of course, you will find the most clubs on the coast . The party area is Sunny Beach and Golden Sands . However, if you want to take advantage of their offer, go there in the high summer season (June-July). Other than that, you might find yourself getting around with a taste, as most good clubs will be closed. Big cities such as Plovdiv or Sofia are not affected by this problem. There, discos and bars operate all year round. The advantages of partying in Bulgaria are low prices and a truly Balkan atmosphere.
National parks in Bulgaria
Bulgaria is also amazing in terms of nature. Thanks to the mountainous terrain, you can count on stunning views and the possibility of communing with a variety of flora and fauna. For this, be sure to visit the Rila and Pirin Mountains. The first of them offer a lot of greenery and numerous lakes. The second one is admirable with the severity of the rocky landscape. For unusual views, visit Melnik , surrounded by sandstone formations known as the Melnik Pyramids .
Activities in Bulgaria
No matter what time of the year you decide to visit Bulgaria, you will be able to spend your time there very actively. In winter, several ski resorts await you there . The largest are Borovets , Bansko and Pamporovo . In the latter, in the summer, you will also be able to go crazy by bike on the park's bike routes. If you are a fan of mountain hiking then you must go on the routes of Rila and Pirin
Off the trail in Bulgaria
In addition to the main tourist routes, you will find some real gems in Bulgaria. Go to the charming Melnik for a glass of fine wine. If you are looking for a quiet, very intimate resort , then decide to stay in Sinemorec . The city-open-air museum, i.e. Koprivsztica , gives an amazing atmosphere and the possibility of moving in time.
