Nestled on a breathtaking peninsula in southeastern Bulgaria, Sozopol offers an enticing summer retreat for locals and tourists.

Explore Bulgaria's history through this timeline. From ancient Thracians to the present, see how each period shaped Bulgaria.

In 1878, Bulgaria emerged from centuries of Ottoman rule, marking the beginning of a new chapter in its history.

The Karanovo Culture was a prominent Neolithic and Chalcolithic civilization in southeastern Bulgaria, spanning approximately 6200-4250 BC. It played a significant role in shaping the region’s early history and interacted with neighboring cultures.

The Vinca Culture was a prominent prehistoric civilization that flourished during the Neolithic period, from 5700 to 4200 BC. Centered primarily in what is now Serbia, Romania, and Northwestern Bulgaria, the Vinca Culture extended its influence into Hungary, Macedonia, and Greece.