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Cultural tours

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Rila Monastery – the cradle of the Bulgarian language and culture

  The Tower of Hrelyo, dating back to 14th century Rila Monastery is the largest temple on the Balkan peninsula. It is more than a monastery, its a piece of art, a medieval fortress and a sacral place saving the Bulgarian language and traditions through the centuries. It was founded in the 10th century by...
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Bulgaria – one of the oldest countries in Europe

  Plovdiv – the cobbled streets of the old town Bulgaria is a small country in south eastern Europe, located on the Balkan peninsula. Most popular as a beach holiday destination, the country is almost unknown as a cultural and historical land with long traditions. With over 1300 years of turbulent history, there many landmarks...
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The Rose Festival 2025 – 5,6 and 7 June in Kazanlak

  Rose fields near Kazanlak Very often the people ask me, “what is Bulgaria world famous for?” And the answer undoubtedly is – the rose oil. The country is established producer and exporter of original rose oil with the finest quality for many centuries. The rose distilleries and the rose fields are located in the...
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Plovdiv – one of the oldest cities in the world

  Great views towards the antic theatre and the south part of Plovdiv Plovdiv is one of the oldest cities in the world, dating back to some 6000 – 8000 years. During the centuries it changed it face many times and lots of names appear in the history, given by different tribes and empires. The...
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