Impressively Rich Historical and Cultural Heritage

With only a few sentences, it is impossible to adequately summarize everything that can be seen in Bulgaria. The heritage from Thracian, Roman, Byzantine, Soviet, and of course, Bulgarian times has been preserved in the Bulgarian lands. It is incredibly impressive to see buildings and ruins from each of these eras in such close proximity in Sofia's center. Saint George Rotunda, one of the oldest churches in Europe, was built in the fourth century, and Saint Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the second-largest on the Balkans, are also located there.

All over Bulgaria, there are remarkable historical sites. One of the earliest megalithic complexes, completely carved into the rocks, is the ancient Thracian fortress-temple of Perperikon. Parts of a Roman Stadium and one of the best preserved Roman Theaters can be found in Plovdiv, the oldest continuously inhabited town in Europe. Veliko Tarnovo, the capital of the second Bulgarian Kingdom, is impressive due to its fortress walls that have been well preserved and its traditional homes.

Old medieval churches and monasteries can be found in many towns. The Boyana Church and the Rila Monastery, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites, are the two most well-known. Amazingly old frescoes from the 13th century are still completely intact in the Boyana Church on the outskirts of Sofia. And these are just a few of the numerous fascinating historical sites you can visit in Bulgaria. This is considered as one of the Reasons to Visit Bulgaria.