Vasil Levski was a Bulgarian revolutionary who fought for independence from the Ottoman Empire. He died by hanging on February 18, 1873 and is still… Read More »Vasil Levski, The Man, the Myth, and the Mystery About His Grave
Bulgaria is most famous for being the second oldest country in Europe (after San Marino), and for their dairy products like white cheese and yogurt.… Read More »What is Bulgaria Best Known For? Fun Facts and Claims to Fame
What do yogurt and tuberculosis have in common? Time under the microscope of modern day hero Stamen Grigorov! Who is this unsung hero, and why… Read More »Stamen Grigorov, The Man Who Brought Us Yogurt (While Trying to Cure Tuberculosis!)
If there is one food that you are guaranteed to see on your very first day in Bulgaria, it’s their cheese! This crumbly delight is… Read More »Bulgarian White Cheese (And Why You Can’t Call It Feta!)
Easily Sofia’s most recognizable landmark, the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral stands tall and proud in the center of a road of golden cobblestones. Although it’s not… Read More »Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
We have traveled to Bulgaria several times, and have always been pleasantly surprised by the food. There are a few themes in Bulgarian cooking: Simple… Read More »Bulgarian Food: 33 Must-Try Balkan Dishes and Treats
Bulgaria has at least three different examples of rock-hewn churches, but Ivanovo is definitely the most famous. Here is everything you need to know about… Read More »Rock Hewn Churches of Ivanovo (Worth the Climb?)
No trip to the Balkans is complete without trying “Rakia” (or Rakija/Rakiya). This “national drink” of so many countries can surprise and delight you, and… Read More »Rakia (Rakija) The Balkan Moonshine You Have to Try
Iordanov Den (Iordanovden) is a day celebrated in quirky Bulgarian tradition. Here you can read all about this holiday, and where you can celebrate it!… Read More »Iordanov Den Explained: How to Celebrate Jordan’s Day in Bulgaria (Epiphany)
Sofia is the capital of Bulgaria, but is it worth adding to your bucket list? Here I will share the best things to see and… Read More »Is Sofia Bulgaria Worth Visiting? What To See and Do (Plus: How Long You Need!)