For many of the people who fall in love with Bulgaria, it’s the fact that it harbors so many diverse and relatively unknown attractions that draws them into its charming spell. From its spectacular mountain ranges, to the glorious white sandy beaches of the Black Sea coast, Bulgaria’s natural beauty is enough to captivate anyone from the moment they arrive on their first visit. Besides its stunning scenery the country also offers a wealth of Balkan culture and history, wonderfully decorated churches, tranquil mountain monasteries, and perfectly preserved rural villages. The incredibly low cost of living makes it easy to take full advantage of all that the country has to offer. With a three course meal and wine for two rarely exceeding £10, beers for as little as 50p, and delicious wine at £3 a bottle it’s too tempting to pass up. Public transport in urban areas comes to around £3 for a taxi ride and 25p flat fare for bus journey. It is possible to traverse the whole country on intercity buses and trains for under £15.

    Bulgarian nature will fascinate you with its fantastic creativity, squeezing so much beauty onto such a tiny land - curious rock formations and mysterious caves; sunny seashores with golden sands, quiet coves and romantic capes; majestic mountains with fiery peaks, mirror lakes and shady woods full of scent. Nestling at the heart of Central Europe, Bulgaria is a land of unspoilt natural beauty, where time has been known to stand still. It is a country of great contrasts. The mountains are an important part of Bulgarian legacy and national spirit. Throughout the centuries Bulgarians used these natural fortresses to hide from the persecution of foreigners. If Bulgaria didn't have mountains, maybe today there wouldn't be people calling themselves Bulgarians. Bulgarians now live in the valleys; these people enjoy looking up but prefer living in the cities.Rugged snow-capped peaks and soft green slopes, cool forests carrying the aroma of herbs and wild fruit, quick-flowing rivers and crystal-clear blue lakes, mineral springs and bioreserves, rare plants and game, large climatic and ski resorts and small picturesque villages with living traditions and folklore - every Bulgarian mountain has its own characteristic appearance, fascination and beautiful name Forests cover more then one quarter of the country's territory. The edelweiss which grows in places difficult of access in the Pirin Mountains and the Balkan Range, is one of the rare plants growing in the country. Bulgaria is famous for its oleaginous rose which bloom in the Valley of Roses. The Bulgarian tobacco brands are world - famous. The Bulgarian fauna is no less interesting, with almost 13 000 animal species and subspecies, or about 14 percent of all European species. Fishing is possible in lakes, dams, mountain brooks and sea, hunting - in special hunting grounds.

    You will hear them in the unique rhythm, melody and harmony of the Bulgarian folk songs and chants; your heart will sense them in the merry and healthy joy-de-vivre atmosphere of the rites and celebrations. You will discern them in the everlasting beauty of the handicrafts, finely woven in the ceramic vignettes and wood carvings, colorful rugs and hammered copper-ware. You will find them in the exquisite taste of Bulgarian cuisine and in the fine aroma of Bulgarian wines.

    It will be omnipresent in your days with unique finds in the museums, including the world's oldest gold; with beautiful collections of works from self-taught old masters to modern painters in the art galleries; with classical concerts and folklore song-and-dance festivals. Bulgaria is a country with a very rich cultural treasury. The Bulgarian National Folklore is admired worldwide. The phenomenal Bulgarian folk singers and ensembles made the country popular all over the world. Traditional Bulgarian musical instruments with original sounding are the bagpipe, the reed pipe, the drums, the Bulgarian Mandolin, bells and similar. The national folk costumes are also very interesting and unique, from the Thracian, Rhodopi and Vidin regions, etc.    Bulgaria is an interesting and intriguing experience for anyone: for those who love the warm southern sea or snow-covered slopes, for those who want to see its cultural and historic monuments, who wish to delight in its unique and living folklore, for young people fond of sports, for families with children, for the aged and people who need treatment, for those who dream of carefree holidays.

A country open to the world where the roads of big tourism cross.