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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.
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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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Destinations

St. Sophia Church in Nessebar: The Stone Heart of the Ancient City

Explore the St. Sophia Church in Nessebar, Bulgaria—a 5th-century basilica in the UNESCO-listed Old Town. Discover its history, architecture, and why it’s a must-see on the Black Sea coast.

Whispers of the Rhodopes: Discovering Sitovski Waterfall

Klisurski Monastery St. St. Cyril and Methodius

Cathedral of Saint Joseph

Discover Plovdiv’s Magic: A Perfect One-Day Itinerary

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FAQ About Bulgaria

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What You Don’t Know About Doing Business in Bulgaria

Learn what really matters when doing business in Bulgaria. Hidden bureaucracy, cultural norms, banking issues, labor law traps, and how to succeed as a foreign entrepreneur.

How to Connect Appliances to Bulgarian Power Sockets?

Should You Pay Yourself a Salary or Dividend?

How to drive in Bulgaria?

How to get road assistance in Bulgaria?

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Moments from Bulgarian History

Bulgaria’s Debt and Its Impact on Foreign Policy (1878 – World War II)

From liberation in 1878 to the aftermath of World War II, Bulgaria's foreign policy was intricately shaped by its financial constraints, particularly its growing national debt and reliance on foreign loans, which dictated the nation's strategic alliances and diplomatic maneuvers.

The First Bulgarian Empire

681 AD - 1018 AD
The First Bulgarian Empire, founded in 681 CE, united Bulgars and Slavs, shaping a powerful medieval state in the Balkans.

History of Sozopol

Nestled on a breathtaking peninsula in southeastern Bulgaria, Sozopol offers an enticing summer retreat for locals and tourists. Its quaint, cobbled streets and centuries-old...

The Ezero Culture

3300 BC - 2700 BC
The Ezero culture was an Early Bronze Age culture that thrived in present-day North-East Bulgaria between approximately 3300 and 2700 BC. It emerged from the...

Karanovo Culture

6200 BC - 2000 BC
The Karanovo Culture was a prominent Neolithic and Chalcolithic civilization in southeastern Bulgaria from around 6200 to 2000 BC. It played a significant role in shaping the region’s early history and interacted with neighboring cultures.

Kids

Blood Typing: Understanding Why It Matters for Safe Transfusions

Age 14+
Kids
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.

Ancient Rome Unit Test – MYP Grade 8

Age 14+
Kids
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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