THIS IS BULGARIATHIS IS BULGARIA

Welcome to Bulgaria - one of the most ancient European countries! Our country has sheltered the mystic singer Orpheus and has also contributed to the proliferation of the Slavonic alphabet all over the world. Although Bulgaria is a small country, it has been blessed with picturesque nature, hard-working people and rich culture. We offer you to have a glimpse at

some of its most wonderful parts.

THE BELOGRADCHIK THE BELOGRADCHIK ROCKSROCKS

The Belogradchik Rocks are located on the western slopes of the Balkan Mountains near the

town of Belogradchik in northwest Bulgaria. Water and wind have shaped their bizarre forms throughout the centuries. Some of them resemble people while others look like animals, bridges, towers or mushrooms. Every stone here has its own

history filled with anguish and heroism. A number of legends are associated with the rocks.

THE RILA MONASTERYTHE RILA MONASTERY

One of Bulgaria’s most sacred places is situated at the heart of the Rila Mountain. The Rila Monastery was founded in the

10th century and it still keeps the Bulgarian spirit alive.

THE PANAGYURISHTE THE PANAGYURISHTE TREASURETREASURE

This is the most beautiful golden set in the whole

world. It is a masterpiece of Thracian art and a precious

sign of antiquity.

THE CYRILLIC THE CYRILLIC ALPHABETALPHABET

This is the third official alphabet in

the European Union. The Old

Bulgarian is one of the world’s classical

languages along with Latin and old

Greek.

THETHE MADARA RIDER MADARA RIDER The Madara Rider is a sculptural composition which is one of a kind in Europe. The sculpture was carved 23m above ground

level in an almost vertical cliff during the 8th century. It represents a horse rider, thrusting a spear into a lion lying at his horse's feet. An eagle is flying in front of the horseman and a

dog is running after him. The scene symbolises the triumph of the Bulgarian ruler over his enemies.

THE TSAREVETS THE TSAREVETS FORTRESSFORTRESS

The Tsarevets fortress is situated on a hill in

the old Bulgarian capital of Veliko Turnovo. It

fascinates with its magnificence and size.

The historic hill is surrounded by fortified walls which turn it into an impregnable fortress.

THE SEVEN RILA THE SEVEN RILA LAKESLAKES

The seven rila lakes are one of the most beautiful glacial lakes in our country. They are located in Rila- the highest mountain on the Balkan Peninsular .They have different elevation above

sea level and look like giant footsteps, taking you up in the mountain. Their crystal waters are connected through rippled

streams, forming small waterfalls.

BLACK SEABLACK SEAThe Black Sea, with its endless sand beaches, is one of the most preferable places for entertainment during the long and hot summer days. Its coast is 378km long and distinguishes with various land relief. There are secluded beaches, breath-

taking capes, crystal coastal lakes, steep cliffs and mysterious islands

THE ROSE VALLEYTHE ROSE VALLEY

The Rose Valley is a small paradise in May! Bulgaria has been one

of the biggest producers of rose oil ever since the

17th century.

SREBARNA LAKESREBARNA LAKE Тhe Srebarna Lake is the largest lake on the territory of

Bulgaria along the banks of the Danube river. It is a nature reserve and is included in UNESCO World Heritage List. It is

home for a number of endangered species.

MINERAL WATERMINERAL WATER

The mineral springs are Bulgaria’s most

treasured natural sources. The healing

waters of Hisaria, Bankia and Velingrad

are well-known far beyond the borders of

the country.

THETHE DEVILDEVIL’’SS THROATTHROAT CAVECAVE

The world’s second largest underground waterfall (42m) can be found here. According to the legend this is the place where

Orpheus descends to the underworld to save his beloved Eyrudice from the Hades’s kingdom.