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Wednesday, October 7, 2026

Welcome to Plovdiv

Plovdiv & Around

Central South Bulgaria

Get Ready for the Summer

With Kids

Operation Serdica: A Hidden Sofia Adventure for Teenagers

A 3–4 hour Sofia adventure for teenagers: Roman ruins, a hidden rotunda, hot mineral springs, street art and a Cold War time capsule.

Gourmet

Rhodopes Food Guide: Patatnik, Mountain Dairy & Fireside Feasts

Travel the Rhodope Mountains through food: patatnik, Rodopski klin, Smilyan beans and rustic kachamak, plus rituals and tips on where to taste them.
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Plovdiv
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6 ° C
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5.2 °
65 %
3.1kmh
55 %
Wed
25 °
Thu
25 °
Fri
25 °
Sat
26 °
Sun
19 °

Photography & Lens

Tylar Rapid Rectilinear (Aplanat)

Review of a Tylar‑branded Rapid Rectilinear (Aplanat) brass lens from the plate‑camera era: history, build, optical character, flare, digital adaptation tips, collector context, and scoring.

What to Do in Case of Online Shopping Fraud

Learn what to do after online shopping fraud, non-delivery, fake tracking, no seller response, or repeated charges. Includes EU, EEA, Switzerland, Bulgaria, Shopify, PayPal, bank chargeback, and official reporting links.

Water & Sewerage (ViK) Outages & Leaks

Water off, low pressure, or a street leak in Bulgaria? Learn when to call 112, how to report to your regional ViK, what’s your responsibility, and city contacts for Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, and Burgas.

Gas Leaks & District Heating

Learn immediate steps for gas smells and what to do during district-heating or hot-water outages in Bulgaria. Safety rules, provider hotlines, and city contacts included.

Can EU/EEA and Swiss citizens live in Bulgaria without a visa?

Yes – citizens of the EU, EEA, and Switzerland can live in Bulgaria without a visa. They enjoy freedom of movement rights, requiring only a valid passport or ID card to enter.

How to drive a manual transmission car?

Driving a manual transmission (a stick shift or manual gearbox) can be a fun and rewarding experience.

Is Sofia a good place for business events?

Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, is an outstanding choice for hosting business events. As the country's economic and political hub, Sofia offers a solid infrastructure, modern venues, and a vibrant cultural scene, perfect for conferences, trade shows, corporate meetings, and more.
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Cape Akin, Chernomorets

A cinematic aerial of Cape Akin, Chernomorets, a rocky headland, turquoise coves and wave-carved cliffs on Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast.

Pomorie from Above: A Jewel Between Sea and Salt

Discover Pomorie, Bulgaria—a picturesque coastal town seen here from above, framed by turquoise waters and historic streets stretching into the Black Sea.

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