Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Sofia
Stone Bridge, Koprivshtitsa
Tsaravets Citadel, Veliko Tarnovo
Tsaravets Citadel, Veliko Tarnovo
Many people know Bulgaria for it's fine Black Sea beaches.
Or maybe they've heard of the magnificent monastery high up in the mountains.
...with its fine frescoes.
They've no doubt heard of the beautiful capital city with this cathedral dedicated to the Russian soldiers that gave their lives to help free Bulgaria from Turkish rule.
Koprivshtitsa, a gem of a small picturesque mountain town, is less well known.
A statue of a horse and rider hover above a night fog.
Fine traditional lodging invites all.
The impressive Citadel at Veliko Tarnovo
Home to 22 sucessive rulers of Bulgaria.
Veliko Tarnovo is also home to some unique traditional architecture.
Bulgaria has also been blessed with excellent, unspoiled wilderness like this National Park near Bansko.
Locals enjoy fly fishing in this pristine wild playground.
In addition to wilderness, Bulgaria has been blessed with many Roman ruins like this amphitheatre in Plovdiv.
Traditional restaurants called Mehanas dish up delectable dishes that delight the palate.
In addition to the fine food, Bulgaria boasts some great wine making areas like Melnik.