This is the main shopping street in Sofia with lots of shops, bars, restaurants, cafes, Good views of Vitosha Mountain in the distance.

Light a candle for good health, in St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.

If you have some extra time, spend a couple of days in the spa capital of the balkans. If you are looking for a relaxing time in Bulgaria, this is it. Only two hours from Sofia. Most of the hotels have spas, massages, and views of the Rhodope Mountains.

These are the most visited glacial lakes in Bulgaria, approx. 1.5 hours drive from downtown Sofia. Check out the Rila monastery while you are there!

About 1.5 hour drive to this city, it is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Europe. Get away from the hustle and bustle of the capital, enjoy some nice places to eat and shady cafes.

If I had to pick one thing Bulgarians are good at, it'd be eating. In no particular order, enjoy some classics.

• Shopska salad – a refreshing salad made with tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, onions, and grated cheese.

• Banitsa – a savory pastry made with phyllo dough, feta cheese, and sometimes spinach. Great breakfast paired with some Ayran to drink.

• Kebapche – grilled minced meat (usually pork or beef) served with Bulgarian spices and a side of salad.

• Tarator – a cold soup made with yogurt, cucumbers, garlic, and dill.

• Lyutenitsa – a roasted red pepper and tomato spread.

• Sarmi – stuffed cabbage leaves with minced meat and rice.

• Kyopolou – a roasted eggplant and pepper spread

• Shkimbe chorba- Tripe Soup

• Lukanka- A traditional salami

• Moussaka- The baked dish may remind you of a lasagne, but with a lot more vegetables and eggs.

• Prinzesi- Ground Meat Sandwiches

• Sirene- bulgarian feta sheep cheese