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Kopitoto TV Tower – A Stunning Panoramic Escape Above Sofia

Perched high in the Vitosha Mountain, the Kopitoto TV Tower is one of Sofia’s best-kept secrets for travelers and nature enthusiasts. Offering spectacular panoramic views of Sofia, this vantage point is the perfect escape from the city's hustle and bustle.

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Cognitive Space: A Teen Guide to Spotting and Stopping Manipulation

A practical guide for teenagers explaining how the online information space works, how manipulation and misinformation spread through social media and algorithms, and how young people can recognize warning signs, fact-check content, and make smarter decisions online.

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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Aerial Photography

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.

What You Don’t Know About Doing Business in Bulgaria

Learn what really matters when doing business in Bulgaria. Hidden bureaucracy, cultural norms, banking issues, labor law traps, and how to succeed as a foreign entrepreneur.

Do third-country nationals (non-EU citizens) need a visa to live in Bulgaria long-term?

Short stays: Many non-EU nationals (e.g., from the USA, Canada, Australia, etc.) do not need a visa to visit Bulgaria for up to 90 days. Entry/Exit System (EES)

Is Bulgaria Safe for Tourists?

Planning a trip to Bulgaria? One of the first questions on many travelers' minds is, "Is Bulgaria safe for tourists?".

Do citizens of developing countries need a visa to visit or live in Bulgaria?

Yes - if you are from a developing country (i.e., a country whose citizens are not on the visa-free list), you must obtain a visa to enter Bulgaria even for short stays (MFA).

Speed Limits and Speeding in Bulgaria FAQs

Answers to frequently asked questions regarding speed limits, speeding violations, and related fines in Bulgaria.

Summer and Winter Tires Change

In Bulgaria, the Road Traffic Act necessitates a tires change from summer to winter models, with the transition to winter tires required by November 15th.
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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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