If there’s one place I recommend every visitor to Bulgaria sees at least once, it’s Rila Monastery. Located within the beautiful Rila Mountains, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is far more than just a monastery. It’s one of Bulgaria’s greatest cultural treasures and somewhere that leaves a lasting impression whether you’re interested in history, architecture, photography…
If you’re spending a few days in Sofia and want to discover somewhere that combines history, art and culture, Boyana Church is one of the city’s most remarkable places to visit. Hidden away at the foot of Vitosha Mountain, this small medieval church may look modest from the outside, but inside you’ll find some of the most important…
Carved high into a limestone cliff in north-eastern Bulgaria, this remarkable 8th-century rock relief is unlike anything else in Europe. Recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Madara Rider has become one of Bulgaria’s national symbols and offers visitors a fascinating glimpse into the country’s earliest history. Located just outside the village of Madara, around…