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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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59 %
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29 °
Fri
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Sat
30 °
Sun
28 °
Mon
28 °

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.

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.

Where is the Nearest Pharmacy or Hospital in Bulgaria?

When traveling, health and safety are always top priorities. Whether you're looking for over-the-counter medication, need a prescription filled, or require urgent medical attention, knowing where to find the nearest pharmacy or hospital in Bulgaria is essential.

Road Safety Resources

This Road Safety Resource brings together the most essential rules, practical tips, and valuable government-backed campaigns in one place so adults and kids can learn and stay safe together.

Braking Distances? That Long?

Learn how braking distances vary for cars and trucks at different speeds and weather conditions, and how reaction time impacts road safety.

Snow Plow Safety Tips

As winter blankets Bulgaria in snow, understanding how to coexist safely with snow plows is essential for any driver braving the roads.

How To Call Bulgarian Phone Numbers

Navigating international calling can be tricky - here's a simplified guide to dialing a Bulgarian phone number from your foreign cell phone while you're in Bulgaria.
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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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