Tourist town
You may never have heard of Bulgaria's second largest city. It's not by the sea, it's not in the mountains, but it would be a big mistake to skip it on your tour of Bulgaria. You'll find perhaps the largest concentration of ancient, medieval and modern monuments in the Balkans. Some of the oldest monuments include the ancient Thracian fortifications or the Roman amphitheatre, where various theatrical performances are held in the open air. You…
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The town at the northern foot of the Stara Planina Mountains is a popular attraction not only for foreign tourists, but also for Bulgarians. Veliko Tarnovo is one of the most important historical areas in Bulgaria and one of the oldest towns in the Balkans. Tangible traces go back to the 3rd millennium BC, and later (around the 12th century AD) the town became famous as the centre of the Second Bulgarian Empire. [btn "10 top hotels in Veliko…
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One of Bulgaria's most beautiful resorts, Nessebar boasts beaches and a UNESCO-listed historic centre.
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