Bulgaria is an amazing blend of breath-taking nature, glorious history, and unique culture at the crossroads between Europe and Asia. This blessed territory has a land cultivated ever since the dawn of human civilization. The Thracians bequeathed us the famous tombs and the unique gold treasures. Situated in the center of the Balkan Peninsula, Bulgaria occupies an area of 111 000 km2. Despite the relatively small area, however, the country boasts an unusually varied lay. A sea coast with lovely natural beaches that gradually blend into fertile valleys, topped by high mountains and eternal snow.
Cultural and natural treasures in Bulgaria are protected by special laws. In 1975, the country joined the Convention for the Preservation of World Heritage, and took an active part in the implementation of this noble cause.

The capital Sofia is one of the oldest towns in Europe, inhabited as long as 7000 years ago. It has been given several names in the course of history (Serdica, Triaditsa, Sredets) and the remnants of the old cities can still be seen today. During the first milenium BC the Thracian tribe Serdi settled around the hot mineral springs. Romans conquered the town and built strong walls around this strategic place. Many Roman emperors were in love with the city. Serdica flourished and was granted the privilege of minting coins. In the 4th century the town was an important early Christian centre. Sofia owes its name to the famous basilica St. Sophia (in Greek, Sofia means wisdom). The motto of our capital is: “Grows but does not age” Sofia is an exciting meeting place of history and present. Traces of the life of Tracians and Romans, Proto-Bulgarians and Slavs are woven into the city's busy life today. Some 250 historic, archaeological and architectural monuments have been preserved in the modern capital.

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