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Why visit Bulgaria? 7,000 years of Thracian, Hellenic, Roman and Bulgarian
culture and history
Visiting the historical landmarks of Bulgaria you can experience the aesthetic
joy of becoming acquainted with the artifacts of past generations which are
important part of the world civilization. With more than 40,000 cultural and
historical monuments Bulgaria ranks third, only after Greece and Italy, for the
number of its archaeological monuments. . .
Bulgaria - The valley of roses
The world's perfume and cosmetics industry could not do without the Bulgarian
attar of roses - the Bulgarian oleaginous rose yields 80% of the world's
production. 2,000 flowers are needed for just 1 single gram of the precious
attar of roses whose price equals that of gold!
An original Bulgarian technology for rose planting was gradually developed and
adopted as a general practice in the past. No other cultivation method has been
able to preserve the character of the rose almost unchanged for over three
centuries. This fact explains why there were no attempts at cultivating other
rose varieties in the Rose Valley. The technology proved to be so good that
rose bushes were even exported to the Russian and the Turkish empires of the
time.
Superb wines with oldest history in Europe - Wine - tradition carried through
millennium
Historically Bulgarian wine can be traced back to ancient Thrace and the Greek
god of wine 'Dionysus'. Man's first wine ever may have fermented in the
Bulgarian lands. Viticulture and wine producing in the lands of present-day Bulgaria
are dating back to 6,000 BC! It is only in Bulgaria, that the wine of the
ancient Thracian is still produced and drunk - the full-bodied red Mavrud. The
Mavrud vine grows only in this region of Bulgaria and nowhere else.
Rich Culture and traditions
Beauty is part of the Bulgarian heart and soul, and the Bulgarian people have a
tradition of working to create beauty. Architecture, house interior and tools,
dances, and crafts - all of these harmoniously combine colors and sounds,
warmth and comfort. Customs, rites, national costumes, and songs are specific
to each region, but are united by the 13-century history and have helped the
preservation of the Bulgarian national spirit throughout the centuries.
Bulgarians are skill full with textile, clay, wood, stone, and metal. Nature is
present in the bright colors of hand-made fabrics and vessels.
Full of beauty, gaiety and a healthy love of life, the Bulgarian festivals and
customs date back to ancient times when mail tried to appease the natural
elements and trembled before their power. They exceeds the number of 11,000 - a
plenitude of customs accompanying Bulgarian people's lives from the cradle to
the grave.
Bulgarian springtime festivals are associated with different rituals and magic
rites intended to stimulate growth in nature so as to ensure bountiful crops,
to protect people from diseases and the evil influence of the mythical beings,
to stave off natural disasters, and to secure a suitable match and a happy
married life to young people.
A walkers' paradise
Thousands of kilometers of spectacular peaks, ski slopes and crystal-clear blue
lakes. Mineral springs and bio reserves, forested valleys carrying the aroma of
herbs and wild fruit. Quick-flowing rivers and stream-side meadows, marvelous
gorges and caves, century-old pine and oak. Small picturesque villages with
living traditions and folklore…
Every Bulgarian mountain has its own characteristic appearance, fascination and
beautiful name and it's a perfect place to spend your winter holidays
Summer dreams
With sparkling ripples, long sunny days and the welcoming climate from late May
to late September with average sea temperatures of 25C, the beaches with fine
golden sands, and the modern resorts, Bulgaria not surprisingly attract more
and more tourists. The Black Sea coast is also one of the best spa areas in the
country where the combination of sea climate, mineral baths, hot springs, and
curative mud adds to the possibilities of holiday enjoyment. Scuba diving,
water-skiing and paragliding are just some of the water sports on offer in the
resorts. No matter which beach you choose to visit on this 378 kilometers
coast, you're almost guaranteed it will be postcard-perfect.
Extensive night life
Once the sun goes down nighttime excitement goes up. The "where to
go" question is only natural... With fancy interiors, floor shows,
original dance floors, appropriate atmosphere, menu and sophisticated services
- Bulgarian exotic restaurants, bars and night clubs are cool places to visit.
Hospitable and multilingual population
Enjoy contacts with friendly and welcoming people. You will find that
hospitality is one of the distinctive qualities of Bulgarian people. Do not be
surprised if you find Bulgarian people readily helpful, warm and welcoming. They
smiled easily and seemed to appreciate their friends, family and leisure time.
They will sing and dance with you.
Spicy, delicious and healthy food
The variety in Bulgarian cuisine is based on the long history of the country,
as well as on the long-lasting migrations of the tribes that founded Bulgaria
more than 1300 years ago. Indeed, who would not like the abundance of fresh
vegetables and fruits, juicy meat, grilled or served with piquant sauces,
mouth-watering vegetarian dishes, simmered slowly on low heat, the banitsa
(cheese pie) which simply melts in your mouth, and famous Bulgarian yogurt
which is a unique product. (The preparation technology is based on the
Lactobacterium Bulgaricum bacteria that grow nowhere else in the world.)
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If you go to the country, good food will be just a part of what you'll be
impressed by. Because, above all, Bulgaria is a state of traditions. And
whatever you eat, you'll be told that it is a part of a particular custom, i.e.
if the meal is on the menu, it's just because it is on the custom.
Affordable prices
The cost of living is significantly lower than other European countries, with a
dinner for two costing about 7 Euros (5 pounds sterling) and a pint for 0.70
Euros (50p). Top quality ski chalets, hotels, and complexes are being built to
facilitate the new influx of skiers, all at amazingly affordable prices. A ski
chalet in the center of Bulgaria's ski resorts can be bought for a quarter of
the price of a similar chalet in France or Italy. For the sun and sea, the
Black Sea coast offers some of the best in rest and relaxation at affordable
prices. Very affordable. VAT-back on shopping Shopping here is a must, with
everything from the latest fashions to Bulgarian handicrafts sold at reasonable
prices. Plenty of Western-style shops rub shoulders with the more traditional
places. Visit an outdoor market for a taste of local life, where peasants
peddle their wares of fruits, nuts and herbs. They'll expect you to haggle so
don't hold back!
VAT-back on conference expenses. High standard dentists and surgical
treatments, cosmetic surgery at low prices and good investment yields.
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