Sofia - Wikipedia
WEBSofia (/ ˈ s oʊ f i ə, ˈ s ɒ f-, s oʊ ˈ f iː ə / SOH-fee-ə, SOF-; Bulgarian: София, romanized: Sofiya, IPA: ⓘ) is the capital and largest city of Bulgaria. It is situated in the Sofia Valley at the foot of the Vitosha mountain, in the western part of the country.
Sofia travel - Lonely Planet | Bulgaria, Europe
WEBSofia is no grand metropolis, but it's a modern, youthful city, with a scattering of onion-domed churches, Ottoman mosques and stubborn Red Army monuments that lend an eclectic, exotic feel.
15 Best Things to Do in Sofia (Bulgaria) - The Crazy Tourist
WEBJan 26, 2020 · Here are the best things to do in Sofia: 1. St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral. Source: flickr. St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral. The scale of this building will blow you away. Inside St. Alexander Nevski has room for 10,000 people and it’s the second largest cathedral in the Balkan region.
The best things to do in Sofia - Lonely Planet
WEBWhether you want to marvel at historic sights, trek on mountain slopes or enjoy a glass of world-class wine, Sofia offers experiences that are both authentic and affordable. Here are the best things to do in Sofia.
Sofia, Bulgaria: All You Must Know Before You Go (2024) - Tripadvisor
WEBSofia. Surrounded by sprawling parkland, Sofia, the capital and largest city of the Republic of Bulgaria, lies at the foot of popular ski mountain, Vitosha. With a history that stretches over seven millennia, ruin-rich Sofia is one of Europe's oldest cities. The National Historical Museum is one of Eastern Europe's most extensive.
Sofia | History, Population, Map, & Facts | Britannica
WEBApr 25, 2024 · Sofia, capital of Bulgaria. It is situated near the geographical center of the Balkans region, in the Sofia Basin, a troughlike valley in the western part of the country. It was liberated from Ottoman rule by Russian troops on January 4, 1878, and was designated the Bulgarian capital on April 3, 1879.
Sofia – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WEBSofia (София) is the capital of Bulgaria. It is also the biggest city in the country with about 2 million citizens (including suburbs). Today, Sofia is a dynamic European capital, distinguished by its unique combination of European and communist-style architecture as well as many beautiful Orthodox churches.
Must-see attractions Sofia, Bulgaria - Lonely Planet
WEBMuseum of Socialist Art. Sofia. If you wondered where all those unwanted statues of Lenin ended up, you'll find some here, along with the red star from atop Sofia's Party House. There's… Sofia History Museum. The history of Sofia is presented on two floors of the magnificent former Turkish Mineral Baths, just behind the mosque.
15 Fun Things to Do in Sofia, Bulgaria - Not a Nomad Blog
WEBMay 9, 2021 · Best things to do in Sofia, Bulgaria. With all those travel tips out of the way, let’s take a look at some of the best things you can do in Sofia on your trip! 1. Take the free walking tour. An excellent way to start your time in Sofia is by taking one of the free 2-hour walking tours offered by Free Sofia Walking Tour .
Sofia Travel Guide - National Geographic
WEBSofia Travel Guide. Photograph by filadendron, Getty Images. Why It's Worth It. Upon arrival in Sofia, Bulgaria, visitors are captivated by soaring Mount Vitosha.
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