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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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19.7 ° C
19.7 °
19.7 °
90 %
2.1kmh
100 %
Thu
33 °
Fri
32 °
Sat
30 °
Sun
29 °
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.

Opening a Company Bank Account in Bulgaria

Learn how to open a Bulgarian company bank account as a foreigner. Includes required documents, procedures, example banks, and common pitfalls in 2025.

What are the Shopping Malls in Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, and Burgas?

Looking to indulge in some retail therapy while exploring Bulgaria? Whether you’re in Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, or Burgas, each city offers a unique shopping experience, from modern malls and high-end boutiques to bustling pedestrian streets and local markets.

Emergency Care in Bulgaria: 112, Hospitals & Who Covers The Cost

How to get emergency care in Bulgaria: call 112, public vs private hospitals, EHIC/GHIC rules, uninsured rights, and exactly who pays—plus key official links.

Bulgarian Customs Rules for Imports and Exports FAQs

Bulgarian Customs Regulations FAQs section outlines the essential rules and regulations set forth by the Bulgarian Customs Authority pertaining to the import and export of goods.

Camping in Bulgaria

Since July 2023, new rules for "free camping" have been debated in the Bulgarian Parliament, and camping will likely become more regulated. Regulation changes are expected to come into force in January 2024, and they will likely limit camping activities in areas such as preserves, natural landmarks, and protected areas. "Free camping" zones are expected to be regulated. They will require the availability of mobile sanitary points, dedicated parking spaces, and a clear statement of the camping zone's rules to be displayed.

How to drive a manual transmission car?

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