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How Much Should I Budget for a Trip to Bulgaria?

Are you planning a trip to Bulgaria and wondering how much you should budget? Bulgaria is known for being an affordable destination, offering travelers a wide range of experiences without breaking the bank.

2026 Bank Holidays in Bulgaria

Planning a trip to Bulgaria in 2026? Use this travel calendar guide with official public holidays, school breaks, and practical tips to avoid peak traffic on roads and at Sofia, Varna, and Burgas airports.

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Baba Vida from Above

This top-down aerial photograph presents the majestic Baba Vida Fortress, built in the 10th century, standing tall and proud on a bright summer morning.

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Is Bulgaria in the Schengen Area?

As a traveler or someone interested in European geopolitics, you may ask, "Is Bulgaria in the Schengen Area?" As of March 31, 2024, Bulgaria officially joined the Schengen Area.

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Moments from Bulgarian History

Salcuta-Krivodol-Bubanj Culture

The Salcuţa-Krivodol-Bubanj culture, thriving between 4000 BCE and 3200 BCE, played a key role in the Balkans' transition to the Early Bronze Age.

The Varna Necropolis

The Varna Necropolis, located near the Black Sea coastal city of Varna in Bulgaria, is an archaeological site of immense significance. Discovered in 1972,...

Submerged Civilizations of the Black Sea: Archaeology, Climate, and Myth

Discover the submerged cultures beneath today’s Black Sea. From the Hamangia and Varna civilizations to the Black Sea flood hypothesis, archaeology and ancient texts reveal how climate change and rising waters may have shaped myths like Noah’s Flood.

Durankulak: Showcasing the Rich History of Bulgaria

Discover Durankulak: a Ramsar Black Sea lagoon with epic goose flocks and a 7,000‑year archaeological complex on the lake’s Big Island.

Bulgaria’s Democratic Transition

From the fall of communism in 1989 to its accession to the European Union in 2007, Bulgaria underwent profound political, economic, and social transformations, reshaping its national identity and place in the world.
A clear, student-friendly guide to blood typing that explains ABO and Rh groups, forward and reverse typing, blood typing trays and kits, and why accurate testing is essential before blood transfusions.
Grade 8 IB MYP Ancient Rome test (45 min): MCQ, source analysis, short writing, and group task—plus differentiated answer key and ATL skills.

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