Are you also one of those who have been drawn to Bulgaria for its beautiful landscapes and lovely beaches? Or have you moved here to live cheaply and perhaps start your own business? Either way, Bulgaria has something for all tastes and personalities.
The former Eastern Bloc country, located on the Black Sea, has in recent years become a big favorite among European tourists who flock to Bulgarian beaches every summer to enjoy good food and beautiful swimming water at a great price. The country is actually one of Europe’s oldest and once belonged to the Roman Empire.
Bulgaria also has a rich flora and fauna, and almost a third of the country’s surface area consists of forest. In addition to lots of forest and greenery, Bulgaria has some of Europe’s most beautiful and cheapest ski resorts and many natural mineral springs, so take the opportunity to visit the spa as much as possible while you are here.
In addition to beautiful nature and fine sandy beaches, you can also enjoy good food and wine from Bulgaria, because yes, Bulgaria is one of the world’s largest wine producers, thanks to the Romans.
If you live in Bulgaria, you can enjoy fast internet connection and many coworking spaces where you can sit and work in peace and quiet, but also meet other creative people.
When you live and work in Bulgaria, you can experience the country in a completely different way, and you don’t have to stress about seeing as much as possible in a short time.
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1. Varna
Forget Monte Carlo and Nice, Varna is the place to be. The city is the country’s third largest and during the warm summer months it is filled with tourists and visitors from all over the world. Varna was originally founded by the Greeks and today has one of Bulgaria’s most important and busiest ports. In addition to beautiful sandy beaches and crystal clear water, there are also many historical and cultural sites to visit here.
The city is a perfect mix of old and new. Here you will find new and modern buildings alongside luxury shops selling all the trendy fashion brands, amidst historic palaces and old houses. About 20 kilometers from the city is perhaps Bulgaria’s finest beach, Golden Sands, which stretches for over 3 kilometers along the coast with its golden brown sand and crystal clear water. The average sea temperature is usually 24 degrees from May to October, which means you can still swim in the fall. Varna is also a university town, so it is usually full of students here for most of the year.
In Varna, you can also visit a monastery, a cathedral, an observatory, and thermal baths from Roman times.
If you are looking for a little extra luxury, head to Sunny Day, a luxurious tourist resort located about half an hour away from Varna. Here you will also find excellent restaurants serving Bulgarian delicacies alongside international culinary masterpieces.
2. Sofia
The capital of Bulgaria is one of Europe’s oldest cities and is full of historical features. Everywhere you dig, you find traces of either the Roman Empire or the Ottoman Empire. It took over 30 years to build the first subway station, but not because of laziness or other technical problems, but because the more they dug, the more finds from Roman times they found.
Sofia is truly a diverse city where there is much to see and do. You can visit various museums, go and relax in the park if you feel like getting away from the big city and all the noise, but most importantly, you have the Vitosha mountain range, which is just outside the city and gives you the opportunity to ski or just walk in the middle of nature, only a stone’s throw away from Bulgaria’s vibrant capital.
Things to see and do in Sofia:
Enjoy wine and beer tastings
What many people don’t know is that Bulgaria is a major beer and wine producer in the world, and there are many wine cellars and breweries near Sofia. Be sure to go beer and wine tasting when you’re in town.
Vitosha Boulevard
The city’s most famous and trendy avenue with lots of restaurants and bars. You can also go shopping here.
Visit Europe’s third largest synagogue
Before World War II, there were around 50,000 Jews living in Bulgaria. Most of them lived in Sofia. Fortunately, the majority of Jews in Bulgaria were saved.
3. Burgas
A popular city located on the Black Sea coast with beautiful beaches and plenty of entertainment. Not far from the city, you will find Bulgaria’s answer to Ibiza, namely Sunny Beach, which is packed with restaurants and nightclubs.
Burgas is a diverse city with something for everyone. You will find trendy nightclubs and cafes, but also museums and other historical sites to visit nearby.
The great thing about the city is that it is located near four beautiful lakes and there are many green areas in Burgas. It is easy to get around the city by bike or on foot, which is what most people do, so there are fewer cars driving around and the air is better.
Things to see and do in Burgas:
Enjoy various water sports at Lake Burgas
This is Bulgaria’s largest natural lake, where you can fish, canoe, or go bird watching. If you just want to take it easy, you can also just sit down and enjoy a cold beer by the lake.
Thermopolis hot springs
Take the opportunity to visit the hot springs and bathe in Sultan Suleiman’s thermal baths. Various theme nights and parties are also usually organized here.
Visit the characteristic town of Pomorie
Near Burgas lies the picturesque old town of Pomorie, which was first founded by the Greeks. Here you will find characteristic houses, a market every Thursday, and a fine historical museum. Pomorie is only 20 km away from Burgas and is a popular tourist destination in the summer.
4. Bansko
If you live and work in Bulgaria, you also have the luxury of going up to the mountains and enjoying various winter sports or just going hiking and enjoying the outstanding nature all year round. The ski resort is located in the Pirin Mountains and is Bulgaria’s largest and most popular ski resort with many trails and facilities so you can go skiing, snowboarding, or enjoy other winter activities.
Bansko is only 150 kilometers away from the capital Sofia and can be easily reached by car or other means of transport. There are also a number of luxury resorts and thermal baths here, which have made the city a popular tourist destination in Bulgaria. Skiing here is inexpensive, and you can easily get away with spending $500 for a week in a nice hotel.
In recent years, Bansko has become popular among digital nomads, and the city has several coworking spaces where you can work.
Bansko is also a famous Renaissance town, and you can visit various museums here, such as the house of Neofit Rilski, a Bulgarian monk who was important to the Bulgarian movement that came to be known as the Bulgarian Renaissance, and the museum dedicated to the writer Paisij Chilendarski. Both were important figures during the period of the country’s history known as the Bulgarian Renaissance (from the 18th century until the country’s independence in 1878), advocating nationalist ideas and developing Bulgarian-language literature.
5. Belogradchik
This beautiful town is located on the border with Serbia and is a unique destination that you should not miss when living and working in Bulgaria. What makes Belogradchik special are the rock formations that were created 200 million years ago. The formations vary in color and shape, and there are also various legends and names for the rocks, often named after people they resemble. At the foot of the mountains lies the famous fortress that protected the town from outside attacks. Construction of the fortress began in Roman times, and it was later expanded and improved over time by other peoples who conquered and settled in Bulgaria.
There are various guided tours available to visit the rocks and the fortress, and you can also take a quad bike tour through the area if you don’t want to walk.
Things to see and do in Belogradchik:
Venetsa Cave
There are other caves nearby, but this small, almost hidden gem is one of the most fascinating. It was discovered by chance in the 1970s and has since been protected from vandalism and other destruction. You can take a guided tour at the entrance (takes about 45 minutes) and see beautiful stalactites and corals that have been formed over time.
Observatory
If you like astronomy, don’t miss a visit to the observatory located near the mountains. There are three telescopes here that you can use to gaze at the starry sky.
Historical Museum
This charming museum gives you a clear insight into Bulgaria’s history from Roman times to the Ottoman Empire and the Bulgarian Renaissance. There are many artifacts and some traditional clothing, but also typical Bulgarian carpets that are woven by hand and are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Lake Rabisha
The beautiful lake near Belogradchik is a perfect place to relax and do some fishing. There is a legend about the lake that tells of a monster that lives here and still holds the country’s most beautiful girl captive.
