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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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26.8 ° C
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Wed
35 °
Thu
31 °
Fri
29 °
Sat
29 °
Sun
29 °

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.

All FAQs About Bulgarian Wine

Curious about Bulgarian wine? Discover answers to FAQs about tasting notes, regional specialties, and unique labeling practices.

Bulgaria’s 2026 Euro Switch: A Traveler’s Guide to the Currency Changeover

Bulgaria adopted the euro on 1 January 2026. Learn what travelers and expats need to know now: paying in euros, exchanging remaining leva, the fixed rate (€1 = BGN 1.95583), and dual price display until 8 August 2026.

Bike Safety Tips

Here are some indispensable safety tips to keep you secure and make your adventure in Bulgaria truly enjoyable.

Education in Bulgaria for Foreign Families (K-12)

Moving to Bulgaria with kids? Understand Bulgarian schools (public, language & international), admissions, ages, curricula, cities, and best-fit options.

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.

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.
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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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