Building Stories: Venture into the Architecture Alcove, your blueprint for Bulgaria’s iconic structures and inspiring designs. Discover the tales each brick and beam has to tell!
Discover the Thracian Tomb of Aleksandrovo in Bulgaria—its 4th-century BCE frescoes, unique architecture, and place among Bulgaria’s most important Thracian heritage sites.
Explore the Peristera Fortress in Peshtera, Bulgaria—a fully restored Byzantine stronghold with Roman roots, panoramic Rhodope views, and centuries of history.
Explore the Gate of Trajan Fortress near Ihtiman, Bulgaria—a Roman stronghold and the site of the famous 986 AD battle where Tsar Samuil defeated Byzantine Emperor Basil II.
Discover St. Archangel Michael Church in Tryavna, Bulgaria—the town’s oldest building, rich in history, artistry, and Bulgarian National Revival spirit. Learn its story and how to visit.
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.
Discover the Bulgarian Stonehenge in Rayuvtsi—a unique modern megalith dedicated to Bulgaria’s heritage and heroes, set in the stunning Elena Balkan. Learn its story and how to visit.
Discover the Roman Baths of Odessos in Varna, Bulgaria—one of the largest ancient bath complexes in the Balkans, dating back to the late 2nd century CE. A must-see archaeological wonder on the Black Sea coast.
The period 4600–4200 BC marks a fascinating chapter in prehistory when early civilizations across the globe were emerging and evolving in parallel. In Europe, the Varna culture of present-day Bulgaria astonished archaeologists with the world’s oldest processed gold treasure and evidence of the first social elites.
Located in the village of Uzundzhovo, near Haskovo in southern Bulgaria, the Church of the Assumption of the Holy Mother of God is a remarkable testament to the country's layered history.
Tucked away in the serene landscapes of southeastern Bulgaria, near the village of Voden, lie the remnants of the Parorian Monastery—a site of profound historical and spiritual significance.