Guidebook for Sofia
Drinks & Nightlife
Swingin 'Hall opens in 1995 and over the years has become a favorite place for party seekers, coziness and good music. In the beginning, the club has only one stage and it has concerts of almost all already established jazz, rock and pop musicians in Bulgaria, as well as dozens of world-famous artists.
Today the scenes are two. Every evening is a theme and, certainly, fun: jazz, rock, pop, ethno jazz, DJ parties, funk, and so on...
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Swingin' Hall
8 bul. "Dragan Tsankov"Swingin 'Hall opens in 1995 and over the years has become a favorite place for party seekers, coziness and good music. In the beginning, the club has only one stage and it has concerts of almost all already established jazz, rock and pop musicians in Bulgaria, as well as dozens of world-famous artists.
Today the scenes are two. Every evening is a theme and, certainly, fun: jazz, rock, pop, ethno jazz, DJ parties, funk, and so on...
This bar is one of the coolest locations in Sofia, locals love hanging out there. This is one of those places where there is something for everybody. It doesn't matter if you want to have tea in the morning, grab a bite for lunch, have a glass of wine while listening to great music or just enjoy a great cocktail in the evening During summer locals usually sit in the garden.
They serve really delicious sandwiches and salads. This is not a budget bar but it's the place where quality meets service.
On busy nights they don't accept reservations so try to get there before 9.30 if you want to find a nice place to sit.
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One More Bar
3-5 ul. "Tsar Ivan Shishman"This bar is one of the coolest locations in Sofia, locals love hanging out there. This is one of those places where there is something for everybody. It doesn't matter if you want to have tea in the morning, grab a bite for lunch, have a glass of wine while listening to great music or just enjoy a great cocktail in the evening During summer locals usually sit in the garden.
They serve really delicious sandwiches and salads. This is not a budget bar but it's the place where quality meets service.
On busy nights they don't accept reservations so try to get there before 9.30 if you want to find a nice place to sit.
This place is especially popular with locals in the summer. Its outdoor space occupies the former Royal Palace's garden which nowadays houses the National Art Gallery. In the warm summer evenings it gets busy with locals enjoying their cocktails accompanied by good upbeat house music.Cocktails are very good and prices are reasonable. Especially popular in the summer are their mojito variations and home made lemonade.
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Tobacco Garden Bar
6A ul. "Moskovska"This place is especially popular with locals in the summer. Its outdoor space occupies the former Royal Palace's garden which nowadays houses the National Art Gallery. In the warm summer evenings it gets busy with locals enjoying their cocktails accompanied by good upbeat house music.Cocktails are very good and prices are reasonable. Especially popular in the summer are their mojito variations and home made lemonade.
SOFIA LIVE CLUB forms a community, consisting of not only Bulgarian musical talent, but also most guest stars from the European and Global musical scene. The club's ambition to attract world class performers for concerts in front of the national public has already become a reality and quickly made the club a favorite place for music lovers. The club's stage is intended for both solo performances and concerts with a big band. It has an 8 meter LED video wall, video projector and screen. The technical, sound and lighting equipment meet the highest world standards.
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Sofia Live Club
SOFIA LIVE CLUB forms a community, consisting of not only Bulgarian musical talent, but also most guest stars from the European and Global musical scene. The club's ambition to attract world class performers for concerts in front of the national public has already become a reality and quickly made the club a favorite place for music lovers. The club's stage is intended for both solo performances and concerts with a big band. It has an 8 meter LED video wall, video projector and screen. The technical, sound and lighting equipment meet the highest world standards.
Large and popular live music club and dance bar in the city centre with great sounds and a great weekly line-up of local and international bands, playing a variety of genre but mainly alternative rock. Urban underground interior, on two levels with 3 bars and a maximum capacity of 700. Live concerts on Thursdays and Saturdays and usually themed party nights with DJ sets on a Friday night - although this can vary according to programme. A very pleasant note is the fact that the club strictly adheres to the 'no smoking' policy!
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Club Terminal 1
1 ul. "Angel Kanchev"Large and popular live music club and dance bar in the city centre with great sounds and a great weekly line-up of local and international bands, playing a variety of genre but mainly alternative rock. Urban underground interior, on two levels with 3 bars and a maximum capacity of 700. Live concerts on Thursdays and Saturdays and usually themed party nights with DJ sets on a Friday night - although this can vary according to programme. A very pleasant note is the fact that the club strictly adheres to the 'no smoking' policy!
Club Maze (pronounced ma -ze like the Bulgarian for 'basement') is a freshly renovated cult live music bar where people have access to the capital's artistic underground every night of the week. There's no better place to discover Bulgaria's independent musician's than at Maze. The interior is inspired by what one would find in a (Bulgarian) basement: jars of pickles, old tv sets, barrels, ... and drinks are served in jars of all sizes and shapes!
Club Maze - live music bar
1 ul. "Hristo Belchev"Club Maze (pronounced ma -ze like the Bulgarian for 'basement') is a freshly renovated cult live music bar where people have access to the capital's artistic underground every night of the week. There's no better place to discover Bulgaria's independent musician's than at Maze. The interior is inspired by what one would find in a (Bulgarian) basement: jars of pickles, old tv sets, barrels, ... and drinks are served in jars of all sizes and shapes!
CARRUSEL CLUB - One of the most colourful and popular clubs in Sofia at the moment.
http://carruselclub.com
Open 22:00-04:00. Closed Mon, Tue, Sun.
ulitsa „Georgi S. Rakovski“ 108
108 ulitsa „Georgi S. Rakovski“CARRUSEL CLUB - One of the most colourful and popular clubs in Sofia at the moment.
http://carruselclub.com
Open 22:00-04:00. Closed Mon, Tue, Sun.
Let the party starts now !!! Full bar, live music, great food, reasonable prices !
Live music club and bar on the lower ground level in front of the National Palace of Culture (NDK) north side.
Open
Wed, Thu, Fri 20:00 - 06:00, Sat, Sun 14:00 - 06:00. Closed Mon, Tue. http://citystage.bg/
City Stage Music Bar&Food
Let the party starts now !!! Full bar, live music, great food, reasonable prices !
Live music club and bar on the lower ground level in front of the National Palace of Culture (NDK) north side.
Open
Wed, Thu, Fri 20:00 - 06:00, Sat, Sun 14:00 - 06:00. Closed Mon, Tue. http://citystage.bg/
The most happening club in Sofia's electronic music scene in recent years with resident and guest DJs from around the world every week. Lovely patio furniture means this is also a great place for a drink at any time of day in the warmer months.
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Sofia University
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Yalta Club
20 bul. "Tsar Osvoboditel"The most happening club in Sofia's electronic music scene in recent years with resident and guest DJs from around the world every week. Lovely patio furniture means this is also a great place for a drink at any time of day in the warmer months.
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Sofia University
Nice bar in the ninth floor of Sense hotel.The view is very good especially if you go when the windows are open.The drinks were ok.I fully recommend it
Bar used to be full every evening and it is popular among both locals and tourists / expats in the city. Despite of lot of visitors, personnel is always patient and helpful. We found there a really excellent Bulgarian white wine..
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Sense Hotel Rooftop Bar
blvd bul. "Tsar Osvoboditel"Nice bar in the ninth floor of Sense hotel.The view is very good especially if you go when the windows are open.The drinks were ok.I fully recommend it
Bar used to be full every evening and it is popular among both locals and tourists / expats in the city. Despite of lot of visitors, personnel is always patient and helpful. We found there a really excellent Bulgarian white wine..
Really huge collection of whiskey! But that's not even the greatest thing about this bar. The atmosphere is amazing, great service and friendly staff. It's situated in the heart of the city on a very accessible spot.
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Caldo
Really huge collection of whiskey! But that's not even the greatest thing about this bar. The atmosphere is amazing, great service and friendly staff. It's situated in the heart of the city on a very accessible spot.
Small, cosy club, where jazz, swing, soul and world music are at home. Theatre, stand-up comedy, dancing, cooking and all kinds of cultural events keep them company. No limits– just art, good vibes and guaranteed high quality.
Open 11:00-02:00.
http://www.clubstudio5.com
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Club Studio 5
Small, cosy club, where jazz, swing, soul and world music are at home. Theatre, stand-up comedy, dancing, cooking and all kinds of cultural events keep them company. No limits– just art, good vibes and guaranteed high quality.
Open 11:00-02:00.
http://www.clubstudio5.com
Bartending, is the art of furnishing people's tastes, enjoying spirit drinks mixed with different flavours.
Public bar is a very nice place, with an elegant and jazzy atmosphere.
Be free to talk with bartenders, they can achieve your type of drink by far.
Strongly recommended for high mixology bar visitors.
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Public Bar
1 ul. "Angel Kanchev"Bartending, is the art of furnishing people's tastes, enjoying spirit drinks mixed with different flavours.
Public bar is a very nice place, with an elegant and jazzy atmosphere.
Be free to talk with bartenders, they can achieve your type of drink by far.
Strongly recommended for high mixology bar visitors.
If you enjoy wine, this shop is a must-see. There is a special Bulgarian wine tasting, where you can learn about specific grapes that are indigenous to Bulgaria. It was informative and fun!
Enjoywine Shop
19 ul. "Tsar Ivan Shishman"If you enjoy wine, this shop is a must-see. There is a special Bulgarian wine tasting, where you can learn about specific grapes that are indigenous to Bulgaria. It was informative and fun!
Great place with Cuba style interior .Nice place to visit
Working time 8.00AM-1.30 AM
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Casa De Cuba
1 ul. "Tsvetna Gradina"Great place with Cuba style interior .Nice place to visit
Working time 8.00AM-1.30 AM
From Raketa bar owners ,next to the famous restaurant .Unique cocktails! You can have every kind you can think of and some that you've never heard about and they all will be good! Just say what you want to drink and let them surprise you :)
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Sputnik Cocktail Bar
17 bul. "Yanko Sakazov"From Raketa bar owners ,next to the famous restaurant .Unique cocktails! You can have every kind you can think of and some that you've never heard about and they all will be good! Just say what you want to drink and let them surprise you :)
Sightseeing
The construction of the St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral started in 1882 (having been planned since 19 February, 1879), when the foundation stone was laid, but most of it was built between 1904 and 1912.Saint Alexander Nevsky was a Russian prince. The cathedral was created in honour to the Russian soldiers who died during the Russo-Turkish War of 1877-1878, as a result of which Bulgaria was liberated from Ottoman rule.The Cathedral is a cross-domed basilica featuring an emphasized central dome. The cathedral's gold-plated dome is 45 m high (148 ft), with the bell tower reaching 53 metres (174 ft)The temple has 12 bells with total weight of 23 tons, the heaviest weighing 12t
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St. Alexander Nevski-katedralen
ploshtad "Sveti Aleksandar Nevski"The construction of the St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral started in 1882 (having been planned since 19 February, 1879), when the foundation stone was laid, but most of it was built between 1904 and 1912.Saint Alexander Nevsky was a Russian prince. The cathedral was created in honour to the Russian soldiers who died during the Russo-Turkish War of 1877-1878, as a result of which Bulgaria was liberated from Ottoman rule.The Cathedral is a cross-domed basilica featuring an emphasized central dome. The cathedral's gold-plated dome is 45 m high (148 ft), with the bell tower reaching 53 metres (174 ft)The temple has 12 bells with total weight of 23 tons, the heaviest weighing 12t
The free English language sightseeing walking tour of Bulgaria’s capital, organized by a non-profit organization. Free Sofia Tour expects its guests two times a day every day. The best attraction in Sofia according to TripAdvisor users. Approved by Tourist Service Municipal Company at Sofia City Municipality.The sightseeing tours of Sofia are organized by guides from a non-profit organization. Every tour is both fun and educational, the perfect introduction to the city and its thousands of years of history.
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Free Sofia Tour
2 bul. "Vitosha"The free English language sightseeing walking tour of Bulgaria’s capital, organized by a non-profit organization. Free Sofia Tour expects its guests two times a day every day. The best attraction in Sofia according to TripAdvisor users. Approved by Tourist Service Municipal Company at Sofia City Municipality.The sightseeing tours of Sofia are organized by guides from a non-profit organization. Every tour is both fun and educational, the perfect introduction to the city and its thousands of years of history.
Absolute must
The simple red brick church dates back to the 6th/7th century when it was the site of Serdica's necropolis. Beneath it lie several earlier churches dating back to the early 4th century. You can now visit some of the remains of the ancient buildings and tombs that lie under the church as part of a brand new fascinating museum opened to the public in May 2013.
Take time to look the short films with explanations .
Open 09.00-17.00
Ticket price 6 leva
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St. Sophia Kirke
2 ul. "Paris"Absolute must
The simple red brick church dates back to the 6th/7th century when it was the site of Serdica's necropolis. Beneath it lie several earlier churches dating back to the early 4th century. You can now visit some of the remains of the ancient buildings and tombs that lie under the church as part of a brand new fascinating museum opened to the public in May 2013.
Take time to look the short films with explanations .
Open 09.00-17.00
Ticket price 6 leva
Sirak Skitnik - Is the writer and painter from the beginning of the century . Very special persona .Please read: https://www.nuancegallery.bg/en/artists/sirak-skitnik-1883-1943/
His house have a very special design and is one of the best in the region .You cant go in ,but you can look outside .
Sirak Skitnik's House
28 ulitsa "Borova Gora"Sirak Skitnik - Is the writer and painter from the beginning of the century . Very special persona .Please read: https://www.nuancegallery.bg/en/artists/sirak-skitnik-1883-1943/
His house have a very special design and is one of the best in the region .You cant go in ,but you can look outside .
It was officially established on 1 March 1912 with an act of the National Assembly of Bulgaria and opened on 4 January 1915, delayed due to the Balkan Wars.
Since its creation, the academy has served as the main institution for the training of military commanders and personnel in Bulgaria and the primary one in the field of national security and military science, as well as NATO operational compatibility. The academy trains 1,500 officers and civil individuals a year and has 148 qualified lecturers. It is headed by Rear admiral Mitko Petev.
Military Academy "G. S. Rakovski"
82 бул. Евлоги ГеоргиевIt was officially established on 1 March 1912 with an act of the National Assembly of Bulgaria and opened on 4 January 1915, delayed due to the Balkan Wars.
Since its creation, the academy has served as the main institution for the training of military commanders and personnel in Bulgaria and the primary one in the field of national security and military science, as well as NATO operational compatibility. The academy trains 1,500 officers and civil individuals a year and has 148 qualified lecturers. It is headed by Rear admiral Mitko Petev.
One of the most pleasant streets in central Sofia, flanked by the large neo-classical residences of various foreign missions, Oborishte Street has always been inhabited by the elite.
ulitsa "Oborishte"
ulitsa "Oborishte"One of the most pleasant streets in central Sofia, flanked by the large neo-classical residences of various foreign missions, Oborishte Street has always been inhabited by the elite.
The Doctors Garden, so called for the central monument to the Russian medical workers who lost their lives in the war to liberate Bulgaria from Ottoman rule. The small and pleasant park is full of pieces of ancient Greek and Roman columns and other archaeological artefacts and has recently undergone a total facelift.
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Lægehaven
The Doctors Garden, so called for the central monument to the Russian medical workers who lost their lives in the war to liberate Bulgaria from Ottoman rule. The small and pleasant park is full of pieces of ancient Greek and Roman columns and other archaeological artefacts and has recently undergone a total facelift.
The street was named in 1883 after a summit with the same name in the Balkan Mountains. Here in 1877 bloody battles between the defenders of the mountain pass by Shipka at one side and the army of Sjuleiman Pasha at the other side took place.
Shipka Street is situated in the historical part of the center of Sofia, in the immediate vicinity of the University of Sofia “St. Kliment Ohridski”, the SS. Cyril and Methodius National Library, and the Doctors’ Garden.
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Shipka Street
Shipka StreetThe street was named in 1883 after a summit with the same name in the Balkan Mountains. Here in 1877 bloody battles between the defenders of the mountain pass by Shipka at one side and the army of Sjuleiman Pasha at the other side took place.
Shipka Street is situated in the historical part of the center of Sofia, in the immediate vicinity of the University of Sofia “St. Kliment Ohridski”, the SS. Cyril and Methodius National Library, and the Doctors’ Garden.
The SS. Cyril and Methodius National Library is currently the largest public library in Bulgaria and the oldest cultural institution after the country's liberation, and also houses one of the richest Ottoman archival collections
It is named after "SS. Cyril and Methodius"; Saints Cyril and Methodius. They are the creators of the Glagolitic alphabet. The Cyrillic alphabet is named after Cyril.
The present building of the library is among the landmarks of Sofia. It was designed by the famous Bulgarian architectural team Vasilyov-Dimitur Tsolov and completed in the period 1940-1953
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Sts. Cyril and Methodius National Library
bulevard "Vasil Levski"The SS. Cyril and Methodius National Library is currently the largest public library in Bulgaria and the oldest cultural institution after the country's liberation, and also houses one of the richest Ottoman archival collections
It is named after "SS. Cyril and Methodius"; Saints Cyril and Methodius. They are the creators of the Glagolitic alphabet. The Cyrillic alphabet is named after Cyril.
The present building of the library is among the landmarks of Sofia. It was designed by the famous Bulgarian architectural team Vasilyov-Dimitur Tsolov and completed in the period 1940-1953
is the largest, multifunctional conference and exhibition centre in south-eastern Europe. It was opened in 1981 in celebration of Bulgaria's 1300th anniversary.
Internally, the building exhibits a unified style, employing an octagonal motif and heavy, dark colours. Large bright murals depicting historical figures and events cover the main wall of many of the smaller halls
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Park National Palace of Culture
Bulevard "Bulgaria" is the largest, multifunctional conference and exhibition centre in south-eastern Europe. It was opened in 1981 in celebration of Bulgaria's 1300th anniversary.
Internally, the building exhibits a unified style, employing an octagonal motif and heavy, dark colours. Large bright murals depicting historical figures and events cover the main wall of many of the smaller halls
Bulgarian Orthodox church in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. It was created between 1901 and 1902 through the conversion of an abandoned Ottoman mosque/1528/ and was inaugurated on 27 July 1903. The church is named after Cyril and Methodius and their five disciples, known in the Orthodox Church collectively as the SedmochislenitsiThe large candlesticks in front of the altar were cast in 1903 from obsolete police badges from Eastern Rumelia and the Principality of Bulgaria (i.e. before the Unification in 1885). An electric clock, still in use, was created by the noted watchmaker Georgi Hadzhinikolov and fit to the western façade in the 1930s.
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Sveti Sedmochislenitsi Church
25 ul. "Graf Ignatiev" Bulgarian Orthodox church in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. It was created between 1901 and 1902 through the conversion of an abandoned Ottoman mosque/1528/ and was inaugurated on 27 July 1903. The church is named after Cyril and Methodius and their five disciples, known in the Orthodox Church collectively as the SedmochislenitsiThe large candlesticks in front of the altar were cast in 1903 from obsolete police badges from Eastern Rumelia and the Principality of Bulgaria (i.e. before the Unification in 1885). An electric clock, still in use, was created by the noted watchmaker Georgi Hadzhinikolov and fit to the western façade in the 1930s.
Until August 1990 this was the seat of the Central Committee of the Communist Party. In the summer of 1990 it was set on fire by crowds protesting against communist rule.Based on the designs of P. Zlatev, it was built by a co-op of architects which included Tsolov and the Soviet architect Blochin. Completed in 1953, it marks the top end of an area known as the Largo, a major showpiece of postwar socialist Sofia. Look up and you will notice something distinctly missing. The red star! This was removed after the collapse of the communist party. Now it is exhibited at the recently opened Museum of Socialist Art.
Former Communist Party House
Until August 1990 this was the seat of the Central Committee of the Communist Party. In the summer of 1990 it was set on fire by crowds protesting against communist rule.Based on the designs of P. Zlatev, it was built by a co-op of architects which included Tsolov and the Soviet architect Blochin. Completed in 1953, it marks the top end of an area known as the Largo, a major showpiece of postwar socialist Sofia. Look up and you will notice something distinctly missing. The red star! This was removed after the collapse of the communist party. Now it is exhibited at the recently opened Museum of Socialist Art.
Museum of SOCIALIST ART . New museum showcasing art from the Socialist period (1944-1989). A large outdoor sculpture park has everything from the giant statue of Lenin that once stood in the centre of the city to the red star that topped the Socialist party headquarters. Smaller pieces reveal a gentler side to the Socialist ideals. The gallery inside has some excellent examples of 20th century modern art as well as the Socialist Realism genre we know from the period.
Somewhat off the beaten track, visitors will have to get the metro to Joliot Curie or G.M,Dimitrov stations and walk 300 or 400 metres down the hill.
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Museum for socialistisk kunst
7 ul. "Lachezar Stanchev"Museum of SOCIALIST ART . New museum showcasing art from the Socialist period (1944-1989). A large outdoor sculpture park has everything from the giant statue of Lenin that once stood in the centre of the city to the red star that topped the Socialist party headquarters. Smaller pieces reveal a gentler side to the Socialist ideals. The gallery inside has some excellent examples of 20th century modern art as well as the Socialist Realism genre we know from the period.
Somewhat off the beaten track, visitors will have to get the metro to Joliot Curie or G.M,Dimitrov stations and walk 300 or 400 metres down the hill.
SOFIA COMMUNIST TOUR !!!!!!! Great and unique expirience
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http://bulgaria-communismtours.com/sofia-communism-tour/
булевард „Княз Александър Дондуков"
Knyaz Alexander Dondukov BoulevardSOFIA COMMUNIST TOUR !!!!!!! Great and unique expirience
https://www.facebook.com/pg/CommunismToursInBulgaria/about/?ref=page_internal
http://bulgaria-communismtours.com/sofia-communism-tour/
The Boyana Church (Bulgarian: Боянска църква, Boyanska tsărkva) is a medieval Bulgarian Orthodox church situated on the outskirts of Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, in the Boyana quarter. In 1979, the building was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List.
The east wing of the two-storey church was originally constructed in the late 10th or early 11th century, then the central wing was added in the 13th century under the Second Bulgarian Empire, the whole building being finished with a further expansion to the west in the middle of the 19th century. A total of 89 scenes with 240 human images are depicted on the walls of the church.
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Boyana Kirke Museum
3 ul. "Boyansko ezero"The Boyana Church (Bulgarian: Боянска църква, Boyanska tsărkva) is a medieval Bulgarian Orthodox church situated on the outskirts of Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, in the Boyana quarter. In 1979, the building was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List.
The east wing of the two-storey church was originally constructed in the late 10th or early 11th century, then the central wing was added in the 13th century under the Second Bulgarian Empire, the whole building being finished with a further expansion to the west in the middle of the 19th century. A total of 89 scenes with 240 human images are depicted on the walls of the church.
Bulgaria's national theatre, as well as the oldest and most authoritative theatre in the country and one of the important landmarks of Sofia.
Founded in 1904 by the artists from the Salza i Smyah company, it was initially called simply the National Theatre, The theatre's Neoclassical building, designed by famous Viennese theatre architect Hermann It was finished in 1906 and opened on 3 January 1907. The building was extensively damaged by a fire in 1923 during an anniversary celebration, but was reconstructed in 1929 by German architect Martin Dülfer.
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Ivan Vazov Nationalteater
5 ul. "Dyakon Ignatiy" Bulgaria's national theatre, as well as the oldest and most authoritative theatre in the country and one of the important landmarks of Sofia.
Founded in 1904 by the artists from the Salza i Smyah company, it was initially called simply the National Theatre, The theatre's Neoclassical building, designed by famous Viennese theatre architect Hermann It was finished in 1906 and opened on 3 January 1907. The building was extensively damaged by a fire in 1923 during an anniversary celebration, but was reconstructed in 1929 by German architect Martin Dülfer.
Museum of Bulgarian Sport . Its a very interesting museum ,where not many people go ,but is worth it . The entrance is in the central building ,not where the metro is . You must walk down the street with buses and cars 3 min and you will see big pillars .There is the museum entrance .
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Vasil Levski National Stadium
38 бул. „Евлоги и Христо Георгиеви“Museum of Bulgarian Sport . Its a very interesting museum ,where not many people go ,but is worth it . The entrance is in the central building ,not where the metro is . You must walk down the street with buses and cars 3 min and you will see big pillars .There is the museum entrance .
The beautifully restored building of the Sofia Arsenal has recently become home to the city's Museum of Contemporary Art. As yet unfinished, only the ground floor is open for temporary exhibitions, as work continues on the restoration of the upper floor. Inside a lovely, light, high ceilinged exhibition space has been created.
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Museum of Contemporary Art
2 bulevard "Cherni vrah"The beautifully restored building of the Sofia Arsenal has recently become home to the city's Museum of Contemporary Art. As yet unfinished, only the ground floor is open for temporary exhibitions, as work continues on the restoration of the upper floor. Inside a lovely, light, high ceilinged exhibition space has been created.
One of the most beautiful old buildings The exterior decoration of multicolored tiles was done by G. Kislichev, and the interior murals were painted by a team of artists led by Vasily Perminov, who also painted those in Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. The five domes are coated with gold. The bells were donated by Emperor Nicholas II.
Construction began in 1907 and the church was consecrated in 1914. The church remained open after the Russian Revolution and during the Communist period in Bulgaria (1944–1989), though priests and church-goers were carefully watched by the State Security police.
The exterior was recently restored by the Russian Government.
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Russisk Kirke "Sveti Nikolay Mirlikiiski"
3 bul. "Tsar Osvoboditel"One of the most beautiful old buildings The exterior decoration of multicolored tiles was done by G. Kislichev, and the interior murals were painted by a team of artists led by Vasily Perminov, who also painted those in Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. The five domes are coated with gold. The bells were donated by Emperor Nicholas II.
Construction began in 1907 and the church was consecrated in 1914. The church remained open after the Russian Revolution and during the Communist period in Bulgaria (1944–1989), though priests and church-goers were carefully watched by the State Security police.
The exterior was recently restored by the Russian Government.
Next to the Alexander Nevski and Russian Church .Building with lots of history .The foundation stone of the edifice was laid in 1895. The Military Club was designed by Czech architect Antonín Kolář in the Neo-Renaissance style and finished by Bulgarian architect Nikola Lazarov in 1907. The lot and the funding was provided by the Sofia Officers' Assembly.The building has three stories and features a coffeehouse, an art gallery, a number of refined halls varying in size, as well as an imposing concert hall with 450 seats.
Central Military Club
7 bul. "Tsar Osvoboditel"Next to the Alexander Nevski and Russian Church .Building with lots of history .The foundation stone of the edifice was laid in 1895. The Military Club was designed by Czech architect Antonín Kolář in the Neo-Renaissance style and finished by Bulgarian architect Nikola Lazarov in 1907. The lot and the funding was provided by the Sofia Officers' Assembly.The building has three stories and features a coffeehouse, an art gallery, a number of refined halls varying in size, as well as an imposing concert hall with 450 seats.
Archaeological Complex Serdika attraction the remains of Roman Sofia are finally on display to the public, under a protective glazed roof. During the construction of the second phase of the underground, remains of the ancient Roman city Serdika were uncovered. Laboriously uncovered, partially restored (not always without criticism) over the last 5+ years, the complex consists of eight streets, an early Christian basilica, six large buildings, mineral springs, a medieval church all located at underground level and covering approximately 9000 square metres. Dating back to a period from 1st till 6th century AD,
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Serdika station
Archaeological Complex Serdika attraction the remains of Roman Sofia are finally on display to the public, under a protective glazed roof. During the construction of the second phase of the underground, remains of the ancient Roman city Serdika were uncovered. Laboriously uncovered, partially restored (not always without criticism) over the last 5+ years, the complex consists of eight streets, an early Christian basilica, six large buildings, mineral springs, a medieval church all located at underground level and covering approximately 9000 square metres. Dating back to a period from 1st till 6th century AD,
Built in 1891, across the Perlovska River, according to a project by Kolar & Proshek, the stone bridge flanked by four bronze eagles atop four granite columns was seen to mark the entrance to the city and the start of a new era. The chosen site marked the place where Sofianites welcomed back the revolutionaries in 1878, and the eagles were seen as a symbol of freedom.
Nowadays, Eagles' Bridge marks the entrance to Borissova Gradina park and is one of the points at which one can enter the Sofia University metro station.
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Ørnebroen
33 bul. "Tsar Osvoboditel"Built in 1891, across the Perlovska River, according to a project by Kolar & Proshek, the stone bridge flanked by four bronze eagles atop four granite columns was seen to mark the entrance to the city and the start of a new era. The chosen site marked the place where Sofianites welcomed back the revolutionaries in 1878, and the eagles were seen as a symbol of freedom.
Nowadays, Eagles' Bridge marks the entrance to Borissova Gradina park and is one of the points at which one can enter the Sofia University metro station.
Situated just behind the Hilton hotel at the beginning of the Yuzhen Park, this museum has a fascinating, if somewhat poorly displayed, collection of giant crystals and gemstones from around the world. In recent years attention has been turned to attracting more children to the museum and there are special exhibitions aimed at children, such as the life-sized dinosaur replicas.
The venue is also used for temporary art exhibits as well as musical recitals, the resonance from the crystals adding to the quality of the musical performance.
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Jord og Folk Nationalmuseum
4 bulevard "Cherni vrah"Situated just behind the Hilton hotel at the beginning of the Yuzhen Park, this museum has a fascinating, if somewhat poorly displayed, collection of giant crystals and gemstones from around the world. In recent years attention has been turned to attracting more children to the museum and there are special exhibitions aimed at children, such as the life-sized dinosaur replicas.
The venue is also used for temporary art exhibits as well as musical recitals, the resonance from the crystals adding to the quality of the musical performance.
Well worth a visit to see how a once delapidated building can once again become a thriving centre of trade. The former food market, built in 1909, was one of the earliest of this type in the country. Fully renovated in the late 1990s, the main focus of the shops inside is once again food, with stalls selling fresh fish and special dietary foods, as well as a variety of other shops and cafes.The ornate facade - which incorporates Byzantine and medieval Bulgarian architectural elements - has alternating layers of stone and brick, large window niches and a high central arch above that is the city coat of arms topped by a small clock tower.
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Sofias Centrale Markedshal
25 булевард „кн. Мария Луиза“Well worth a visit to see how a once delapidated building can once again become a thriving centre of trade. The former food market, built in 1909, was one of the earliest of this type in the country. Fully renovated in the late 1990s, the main focus of the shops inside is once again food, with stalls selling fresh fish and special dietary foods, as well as a variety of other shops and cafes.The ornate facade - which incorporates Byzantine and medieval Bulgarian architectural elements - has alternating layers of stone and brick, large window niches and a high central arch above that is the city coat of arms topped by a small clock tower.
The Holy Synod is a ruling body of the Bulgarian Orthodox Church. The beautiful ornate building of the Holy Synod was built in 1908 by Petko Momchilov and J Milanov. Red and gold Majolica tiled friezes wrap the building, the central mosaic portrait depicts three members of the Holy Synod. Sadly much of original sculptural elements were destroyed during the Second World War. This building is the residence of the Bulgarian Patriarch and is not open to the public.
Holy Synod of the Bulgarian Orthodox Church
4 ul. "Oborishte"The Holy Synod is a ruling body of the Bulgarian Orthodox Church. The beautiful ornate building of the Holy Synod was built in 1908 by Petko Momchilov and J Milanov. Red and gold Majolica tiled friezes wrap the building, the central mosaic portrait depicts three members of the Holy Synod. Sadly much of original sculptural elements were destroyed during the Second World War. This building is the residence of the Bulgarian Patriarch and is not open to the public.
The slogan on the facade above the entrance "Obedinenieto Pravi Silata", loosely translated means 'United we are strong', which seems wishful for any parliament. This is the scene of regular public protests and back in 1997 the building was actually stormed and damaged, leading to the eventual downfall of the ruling (Socialist) party.Built in three stages between 1884 - 1928, it was built by Bulgarian Architect, Konstantin Ivanovich who had been living and working in Vienna.
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National Assembly of the Republic of Bulgaria
The slogan on the facade above the entrance "Obedinenieto Pravi Silata", loosely translated means 'United we are strong', which seems wishful for any parliament. This is the scene of regular public protests and back in 1997 the building was actually stormed and damaged, leading to the eventual downfall of the ruling (Socialist) party.Built in three stages between 1884 - 1928, it was built by Bulgarian Architect, Konstantin Ivanovich who had been living and working in Vienna.
The Presidency was built in the mid 1950s as part of the ‘Largo’ complex according to designs by architect Tsolov. Today the Bulgarian president has his official chambers here facing the archaeological museum and his rather smart guard of honour has been photographed by many a tourist.
The guards change every hour on the hour but if you want the full pomp and ceremony be here on the first Wednesday of the month at 12:00 when you can see the official changing of the guards complete with music, shouting and weapon brandishing.
Presidency and Silhouette Apartments
7А bul. Kniaz Aleksandar DondukovThe Presidency was built in the mid 1950s as part of the ‘Largo’ complex according to designs by architect Tsolov. Today the Bulgarian president has his official chambers here facing the archaeological museum and his rather smart guard of honour has been photographed by many a tourist.
The guards change every hour on the hour but if you want the full pomp and ceremony be here on the first Wednesday of the month at 12:00 when you can see the official changing of the guards complete with music, shouting and weapon brandishing.
Towering above the intersection of Maria Louisa Blvd and Todor Alexandrov Blvd. in the commercial heart of the city, Sophia was erected in 2001 - not without some controversy - replacing Lenin’s monument, which was removed from the same spot at the time of the democratic changes.
Sophia was considered too erotic and pagan to be referred to as St. Sophia. Eight metres in height, the copper and bronze statue by the sculptor Georgi Chapkanov, stands on a 16 metre high pedestal. Adorned with the symbols of power (crown), fame (wreath) and wisdom (owl), the crown is also a reference to the Goddess of Fate – Tjuhe, inspired by the old emblem of Sofia dating back to 1900.
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Saint Sofia Monument
Towering above the intersection of Maria Louisa Blvd and Todor Alexandrov Blvd. in the commercial heart of the city, Sophia was erected in 2001 - not without some controversy - replacing Lenin’s monument, which was removed from the same spot at the time of the democratic changes.
Sophia was considered too erotic and pagan to be referred to as St. Sophia. Eight metres in height, the copper and bronze statue by the sculptor Georgi Chapkanov, stands on a 16 metre high pedestal. Adorned with the symbols of power (crown), fame (wreath) and wisdom (owl), the crown is also a reference to the Goddess of Fate – Tjuhe, inspired by the old emblem of Sofia dating back to 1900.
From time to time talk turns to the fate of this tall monument, crowned with an 8-metre high sculpture and bronze figurative compositions around the base dedicated to the Soviet troops who entered Bulgaria at the end of WWII. Usually someone calling themselves a defender of democracy calls for it to be pulled down or proposes a referendum on its fate and then it is all forgotten as the Russian Embassy responds that Bulgaria is not at liberty to do so.
For a while it was covered in graffiti but it seems that it has found its niche in the city landscape and will stay overlooking the skateboard and cycling area in the park.
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Monument of the Soviet Army
From time to time talk turns to the fate of this tall monument, crowned with an 8-metre high sculpture and bronze figurative compositions around the base dedicated to the Soviet troops who entered Bulgaria at the end of WWII. Usually someone calling themselves a defender of democracy calls for it to be pulled down or proposes a referendum on its fate and then it is all forgotten as the Russian Embassy responds that Bulgaria is not at liberty to do so.
For a while it was covered in graffiti but it seems that it has found its niche in the city landscape and will stay overlooking the skateboard and cycling area in the park.
This charming round red brick church dates back to the 4th century, although it did not become a church till the 6th century. It is Sofia's oldest preserved building. Having undergone major restoration work, it was reopened to the public in 1998 for the first time in 70 years. Three layers of frescoes can still be seen, the oldest dating back to the 10th century illustrating the development of monumental painting through to the 14th century. Nowadays it often hosts small art exhibitions.
Services are held daily at 8.00; 17.00 and 21.00. The excellent website has a section called 'chants' where you can listen to recordings of Old Church Slavonic chants.
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Rotundakirken St. George
2 bul. Kniaz Aleksandar DondukovThis charming round red brick church dates back to the 4th century, although it did not become a church till the 6th century. It is Sofia's oldest preserved building. Having undergone major restoration work, it was reopened to the public in 1998 for the first time in 70 years. Three layers of frescoes can still be seen, the oldest dating back to the 10th century illustrating the development of monumental painting through to the 14th century. Nowadays it often hosts small art exhibitions.
Services are held daily at 8.00; 17.00 and 21.00. The excellent website has a section called 'chants' where you can listen to recordings of Old Church Slavonic chants.
Built at the end of the 19th century, this church is the direct successor of several smaller churches from medieval times and is said to lie directly above the crossroads of ancient Serdica. In 1925 it was largely destroyed in a bomb blast assassination attempt on Tsar Boris III in which over 200 people were killed, although the intended victim was spared. The beautifully preserved wood carved iconostasis dates back to 1865; the murals were added as late as 1976.
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St. Kyriaki Katedral Kirke
20 pl. "Sveta Nedelya"Built at the end of the 19th century, this church is the direct successor of several smaller churches from medieval times and is said to lie directly above the crossroads of ancient Serdica. In 1925 it was largely destroyed in a bomb blast assassination attempt on Tsar Boris III in which over 200 people were killed, although the intended victim was spared. The beautifully preserved wood carved iconostasis dates back to 1865; the murals were added as late as 1976.
The name of Lions' Bridge comes from the four bronze sculptures of lions, its most recognizable feature. All metal elements of the bridge were produced by the Austrian company of Rudolph Philipp Waagner, and electric lights were installed in the early 1900s. The entire construction of the bridge cost 260,000 golden lev.
The Prošek family also designed and built the similar but eagle-themed Eagles' Bridge marking the city centre's eastern border in 1891.
One of the bronze lions is depicted on the reverse of the Bulgarian 20 lev banknote, issued in 1999 and 2007.[2]
Since 2012 the area around Lions' Bridge is served by the Lavov most station of Sofia Metro line 2.[3]
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Lion's Bridge Station
The name of Lions' Bridge comes from the four bronze sculptures of lions, its most recognizable feature. All metal elements of the bridge were produced by the Austrian company of Rudolph Philipp Waagner, and electric lights were installed in the early 1900s. The entire construction of the bridge cost 260,000 golden lev.
The Prošek family also designed and built the similar but eagle-themed Eagles' Bridge marking the city centre's eastern border in 1891.
One of the bronze lions is depicted on the reverse of the Bulgarian 20 lev banknote, issued in 1999 and 2007.[2]
Since 2012 the area around Lions' Bridge is served by the Lavov most station of Sofia Metro line 2.[3]
The Man Symbol of the Country .Everybody knows who it is .Great Man Died to liberate the country
An obelisk by the Czech Architect Molar marks the spot where the revolutionary Vassil Levski was hanged in 1873. This was the first monument to be erected after liberation.
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Vasil Levski Monumentet
bulevard "Vasil Levski"The Man Symbol of the Country .Everybody knows who it is .Great Man Died to liberate the country
An obelisk by the Czech Architect Molar marks the spot where the revolutionary Vassil Levski was hanged in 1873. This was the first monument to be erected after liberation.
This dream-place is hidden right in the city center. The botanic garden stays out of view as it is surrounded by the Foreign Art Gallery, the Journalist Faculty of Sofia University, the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and the main boulevard Vasil Levski and the entrance is trough a small flower shop.
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Botanical Garden
№ 22 ul. "Reka Yagulya"This dream-place is hidden right in the city center. The botanic garden stays out of view as it is surrounded by the Foreign Art Gallery, the Journalist Faculty of Sofia University, the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and the main boulevard Vasil Levski and the entrance is trough a small flower shop.
Lovers Bridge -NDK .Great Views and Temporary Photo exhibitions .Very Lovely place to Visit and down stairs there is Mc Donalds
Lovers Bridge
Mosta na vliubeniteLovers Bridge -NDK .Great Views and Temporary Photo exhibitions .Very Lovely place to Visit and down stairs there is Mc Donalds
Main pedestrian street .First was full with shops ,but now only with coffee places and restaurants .Summertime its full with performing artists and after 6PM you can watch many shows there .
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bulevard "Vitosha"
bulevard "Vitosha"Main pedestrian street .First was full with shops ,but now only with coffee places and restaurants .Summertime its full with performing artists and after 6PM you can watch many shows there .
The locals know this place as Popa which means The Priest. It’s a small square locked between the central streets of Vassil Levski Blvd, Graf Ignatiev Str. and Patriarch Evtimii Blvd. And that is the most popular meeting place in Sofia
The square carries the name of the last patriarch of the Second Bulgarian Kingdom – Patriarch Evtimii. There is also a statue of Patriarch Evtimii which often remains unnoticed among the so many people that crowd it in the evenings.
Patriarch Evtimiy
ulitsa "Graf Ignatiev"The locals know this place as Popa which means The Priest. It’s a small square locked between the central streets of Vassil Levski Blvd, Graf Ignatiev Str. and Patriarch Evtimii Blvd. And that is the most popular meeting place in Sofia
The square carries the name of the last patriarch of the Second Bulgarian Kingdom – Patriarch Evtimii. There is also a statue of Patriarch Evtimii which often remains unnoticed among the so many people that crowd it in the evenings.
Parks & Nature
Borisova gradina or Knyaz-Borisova gradina translated as Boris' Garden is the oldest and best known park in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. Its construction and arrangement began in 1884 and it is named after Bulgarian Tsar Boris III.
Its a good and full with people park during the day .
Lots of coffee shops and small snack places .
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Borisova Gradina
Borisova gradina or Knyaz-Borisova gradina translated as Boris' Garden is the oldest and best known park in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. Its construction and arrangement began in 1884 and it is named after Bulgarian Tsar Boris III.
Its a good and full with people park during the day .
Lots of coffee shops and small snack places .
a small park in the yard of the The Orthodox spiritual seminary - University .Very old and quiet place nice and not very much people know about it .its free to enter and have a small chapel
Seminariyata
a small park in the yard of the The Orthodox spiritual seminary - University .Very old and quiet place nice and not very much people know about it .its free to enter and have a small chapel
Small Garden with Old Water Tower from early 30s .Nice place with small restaurant near .You can go with tram number 10
Garden "Water Tower"
1А ul. "Plachkovitsa"Small Garden with Old Water Tower from early 30s .Nice place with small restaurant near .You can go with tram number 10
The idea for the construction of this true contemporary castle comes from the former Bulgarian first-lady Lyudmila Zhivkova. She was a daughter of the communist politician and leader of the former People’s Republic of Bulgaria Todor Zhivkov. The project was worked out by a team of Bulgarian and foreign architects, led by Alexander Barov. The landscaping of Bulgaria Square in front of the National Palace of Culture was made by another team of architects and landscape engineers, led by Atanas Agura.
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The idea for the construction of this true contemporary castle comes from the former Bulgarian first-lady Lyudmila Zhivkova. She was a daughter of the communist politician and leader of the former People’s Republic of Bulgaria Todor Zhivkov. The project was worked out by a team of Bulgarian and foreign architects, led by Alexander Barov. The landscaping of Bulgaria Square in front of the National Palace of Culture was made by another team of architects and landscape engineers, led by Atanas Agura.
Since 1872 Originally arranged in the last years of the Ottoman rule it was radically transformed immediately after the Liberation in 1878 . The alley network was reorganised, new plants were added, as well as a low wooden fence, a coffeehouse and a kiosk for musicians. The garden was initially named the Alexander II Garden in honour of Russian tsar who initiated the Russo-Turkish War of 1877-78, which led to the Liberation of Bulgaria.Today the City Garden is not only a popular retreat for the residents of the capital, but also a favoured place for amateur chess players, who can be regularly seen in the small garden in front of the National Theatre.
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Byhave
Since 1872 Originally arranged in the last years of the Ottoman rule it was radically transformed immediately after the Liberation in 1878 . The alley network was reorganised, new plants were added, as well as a low wooden fence, a coffeehouse and a kiosk for musicians. The garden was initially named the Alexander II Garden in honour of Russian tsar who initiated the Russo-Turkish War of 1877-78, which led to the Liberation of Bulgaria.Today the City Garden is not only a popular retreat for the residents of the capital, but also a favoured place for amateur chess players, who can be regularly seen in the small garden in front of the National Theatre.
Great Renovated park with the two iconic places near by .Raketa bar and Sputnik .
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Park Zaimov
Great Renovated park with the two iconic places near by .Raketa bar and Sputnik .
Arts & Culture
SOFIA HISTORY MUSEUM opened its permanent exhibition on 17th September 2015 officially. It is located in 1 Banski Sq (the former building of the Central Mineral Baths).
The permanent exhibition can be seen in 8 different rooms which covered the period between 6th millennium BC up to 1940s. The rooms are as follows: Antiquity, The Strength of the Spirit, Links with European Dynasties, A Sofia Street, State and Municipal Institutions, Sofia Home and Clothing, Culture and Leisure. Additionally, there can be seen two more rooms for temporary exhibitions.
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Regionalt Historisk Museum - Sofia
1 Platno.„Banski"SOFIA HISTORY MUSEUM opened its permanent exhibition on 17th September 2015 officially. It is located in 1 Banski Sq (the former building of the Central Mineral Baths).
The permanent exhibition can be seen in 8 different rooms which covered the period between 6th millennium BC up to 1940s. The rooms are as follows: Antiquity, The Strength of the Spirit, Links with European Dynasties, A Sofia Street, State and Municipal Institutions, Sofia Home and Clothing, Culture and Leisure. Additionally, there can be seen two more rooms for temporary exhibitions.
Artur Gallery is situated on “Journalist” square on the ground floor of an old renovated building. The main focus of the gallery is to present contemporary Bulgarian art. It works with both well-known artists and young authors who are looking for a chance to show their talent. The goal of “Artur” in a long term perspective is to become a small art center combining different fields: literature, music and acting. Yet the main function would still be presenting painters from different generations with different styles. The gallery is designed to show and make the valuable contemporary art more popular.
Artur
36 ul. "Tsanko Tserkovski" Artur Gallery is situated on “Journalist” square on the ground floor of an old renovated building. The main focus of the gallery is to present contemporary Bulgarian art. It works with both well-known artists and young authors who are looking for a chance to show their talent. The goal of “Artur” in a long term perspective is to become a small art center combining different fields: literature, music and acting. Yet the main function would still be presenting painters from different generations with different styles. The gallery is designed to show and make the valuable contemporary art more popular.
Space for exhibitions, lectures and discussions related to visual arts, dance and theater, book presentations, educational courses, screenings, performances and any other interesting events.
Working hours Thursday-Saturday 3PM-7PM
Gallery Etude
34 ul. "Tsanko Tserkovski"Space for exhibitions, lectures and discussions related to visual arts, dance and theater, book presentations, educational courses, screenings, performances and any other interesting events.
Working hours Thursday-Saturday 3PM-7PM
The National Historical Museum in Sofia is Bulgaria's largest museum.
The museum was moved in 2000 to the Former primary residence of the dictator and last communist leader Todor Zhivkov at Boyana, and currently contains over 650,000 objects connected to archaeology, fine arts, history and ethnography, although only 10% of them are permanently exhibited.
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National Museum of History
16 ul. "Vitoshko lale"The National Historical Museum in Sofia is Bulgaria's largest museum.
The museum was moved in 2000 to the Former primary residence of the dictator and last communist leader Todor Zhivkov at Boyana, and currently contains over 650,000 objects connected to archaeology, fine arts, history and ethnography, although only 10% of them are permanently exhibited.
Amazing very educational historic military museum. Outside you can see planes, tanks and rockets, inside there are beautiful uniforms and medals
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National Museum of Military History
92 ul. "Cherkovna"Amazing very educational historic military museum. Outside you can see planes, tanks and rockets, inside there are beautiful uniforms and medals
The University of Sofia "St. Kliment Ohridski" is the oldest higher education institution in Bulgaria.
Founded on 1 October 1888, the edifice of the university was constructed between 1924 and 1934 with the financial support of the brothers Evlogi and Hristo Georgiev (whose sculptures are now featured on its façade) and has an area of 18,624 m² and a total of 324 premises. The university has 16 faculties and three departments, where over 21,000 students receive their education.
It has been consistently ranked as the top university in Bulgaria according to national and international rankings—it is constantly among the best four percent of world universities
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Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski
15 bul. "Tsar Osvoboditel"The University of Sofia "St. Kliment Ohridski" is the oldest higher education institution in Bulgaria.
Founded on 1 October 1888, the edifice of the university was constructed between 1924 and 1934 with the financial support of the brothers Evlogi and Hristo Georgiev (whose sculptures are now featured on its façade) and has an area of 18,624 m² and a total of 324 premises. The university has 16 faculties and three departments, where over 21,000 students receive their education.
It has been consistently ranked as the top university in Bulgaria according to national and international rankings—it is constantly among the best four percent of world universities
A treasure trove for anyone interested in the history of technology, this low-key museum displays an intriguing (though not always well-labelled) collection covering subjects such as photography, radio and time measurement. Exhibits include atomic clocks, early movie cameras, mechanical pianos and a gleaming 1928 Ford Model A.
Det Nationale Polytekniske Museum
66 ul. "Opalchenska"A treasure trove for anyone interested in the history of technology, this low-key museum displays an intriguing (though not always well-labelled) collection covering subjects such as photography, radio and time measurement. Exhibits include atomic clocks, early movie cameras, mechanical pianos and a gleaming 1928 Ford Model A.
The Museum is housed in the building of the Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski ". Located in the roof space of the University's northern wing.The central location, directly opposite the entrance, is dedicated to the pride of the paleontologists - the restored skeleton of the genus Deeonterium. The impressive skeleton (7 m long and 4.20 m tall), built of authentic bones (more than 90%) attracts the interest of visitors. The skeleton was found in 1965 in the Pliocene sands near the village of Ezerovo, Plovdiv.
Working hours Mon-Fri 09-17.00
+35929308 432
Muzey po Paleontologia i Istorichna Geologia
15 bul. "Tsar Osvoboditel"The Museum is housed in the building of the Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski ". Located in the roof space of the University's northern wing.The central location, directly opposite the entrance, is dedicated to the pride of the paleontologists - the restored skeleton of the genus Deeonterium. The impressive skeleton (7 m long and 4.20 m tall), built of authentic bones (more than 90%) attracts the interest of visitors. The skeleton was found in 1965 in the Pliocene sands near the village of Ezerovo, Plovdiv.
Working hours Mon-Fri 09-17.00
+35929308 432
The Gallery occupying most of the historic and imposing edifice of the former royal palace of Bulgaria, having been established in 1934 and moved to the palace in 1946, after the abolition of the monarchy. National Art Gallery is situated at an altitude of 556 m After the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a Communist government in Bulgaria following World War II, most of the palace was given to the National Art Gallery since its building was destroyed by the bombing raids in 1943 and 1944. Fortunately, all of the paintings it had housed were preserved, and together with the royal art collection already exhibited in the palace formed the stock of the National Art Gallery.
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National Art Gallery
1 пл. „Княз Александър I“ The Gallery occupying most of the historic and imposing edifice of the former royal palace of Bulgaria, having been established in 1934 and moved to the palace in 1946, after the abolition of the monarchy. National Art Gallery is situated at an altitude of 556 m After the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of a Communist government in Bulgaria following World War II, most of the palace was given to the National Art Gallery since its building was destroyed by the bombing raids in 1943 and 1944. Fortunately, all of the paintings it had housed were preserved, and together with the royal art collection already exhibited in the palace formed the stock of the National Art Gallery.
The Church of St Petka of the Saddlers a.k.a. “St. Petka Samardzhiyska” Church is a medieval Bulgarian Orthodox church in Sofia. It is a small one-naved building partially dug into the ground located in the very centre of the city.The church is located in the underpass between The Central Department Store (TZUM) and the Sheraton hotel, almost at the entrance of the Serdika metro station.
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Sveta Petka
The Church of St Petka of the Saddlers a.k.a. “St. Petka Samardzhiyska” Church is a medieval Bulgarian Orthodox church in Sofia. It is a small one-naved building partially dug into the ground located in the very centre of the city.The church is located in the underpass between The Central Department Store (TZUM) and the Sheraton hotel, almost at the entrance of the Serdika metro station.
This modernist concrete block, originally a casino till 1944, became the home of the City Gallery in the 1970s, although the gallery itself was founded in1928 and was first known as The City Museum.
The permanent collection consists of predominantly 20th century paintings and sculptures by Bulgarian artists, many of which have been donated to the gallery, but there are frequent visiting exhibitions. The gallery often hosts musical recitals and avant-garde events.
A small area at the entrance sells postcards, posters and books about Bulgarian art.
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Sofia City Art Gallery
This modernist concrete block, originally a casino till 1944, became the home of the City Gallery in the 1970s, although the gallery itself was founded in1928 and was first known as The City Museum.
The permanent collection consists of predominantly 20th century paintings and sculptures by Bulgarian artists, many of which have been donated to the gallery, but there are frequent visiting exhibitions. The gallery often hosts musical recitals and avant-garde events.
A small area at the entrance sells postcards, posters and books about Bulgarian art.
Shopping
Direct Metro line from Vitosha Boulevard to Paradise mall -10 min .Full with shops and restaurants .
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Paradise Center
100 bulevard "Cherni vrah"Direct Metro line from Vitosha Boulevard to Paradise mall -10 min .Full with shops and restaurants .
Nice shopping mall in the center of the city .You can go directly with tram number 10
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Sofia Shoppingcenter
101 A bul. "Aleksandar Stamboliyski"Nice shopping mall in the center of the city .You can go directly with tram number 10
Park Center Sofia, formerly City Center Sofia, is a shopping mall located in Sofia, Bulgaria, opened in the spring of 2006. It is situated to the south of the National Palace of Culture in the municipality of next to European Union Metro Station and diagonally opposed to the Hemus Hotel.
The mall has six stories (23,000 m² for the commercial area). There are more than 100 stores, several cafés, a pharmacy, beauty, bank offices and parking lots. There are also two hypermarkets presented in the mall: Technomarket and BILLA. The cinema has 6 halls with 1340 seats
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Park Center Sofia
2 bul. "Arsenalski"Park Center Sofia, formerly City Center Sofia, is a shopping mall located in Sofia, Bulgaria, opened in the spring of 2006. It is situated to the south of the National Palace of Culture in the municipality of next to European Union Metro Station and diagonally opposed to the Hemus Hotel.
The mall has six stories (23,000 m² for the commercial area). There are more than 100 stores, several cafés, a pharmacy, beauty, bank offices and parking lots. There are also two hypermarkets presented in the mall: Technomarket and BILLA. The cinema has 6 halls with 1340 seats
Serdika Center
48 bul. "Sitnyakovo"Essentials
PharmaStore - Luxury Pharmacy Journalist Square
working hours
MON-FRI 8.00-20.00
SAT/SUN-9.00-20.00
bul. "Hristo Smirnenski" 40
40 Bulevard "Hristo Smirnenski"PharmaStore - Luxury Pharmacy Journalist Square
working hours
MON-FRI 8.00-20.00
SAT/SUN-9.00-20.00
24H- Open Supermarket / Grocery Store Alimar bul.Hristo Smirnenski 7/on the Journalist square
on the station of the trams /the building with a glass facade /
Open 24 hours a day /7 days a week
The prices are normal and all the locals go there
Alimar
7 bul. "Hristo Smirnenski"24H- Open Supermarket / Grocery Store Alimar bul.Hristo Smirnenski 7/on the Journalist square
on the station of the trams /the building with a glass facade /
Open 24 hours a day /7 days a week
The prices are normal and all the locals go there
24H Open Alcohol and Tobacco shop AISBERG
bul.Hristo Smirnenski 7/on the Journalist square
on the station of the trams /the building with a glass facade /
Open 24 hours a day /7 days a week
bul. "Hristo Smirnenski" 7
7 Bulevard "Hristo Smirnenski"24H Open Alcohol and Tobacco shop AISBERG
bul.Hristo Smirnenski 7/on the Journalist square
on the station of the trams /the building with a glass facade /
Open 24 hours a day /7 days a week
First Investment Bank
44А bul. "Hristo Smirnenski"ATM AND BANK JOURNALIST SQUARE
TOKUDA HOSPITAL - 5 STAR HOSPITAL - 6 MIN WITH TAXI FROM JOURNALIST SQUARE
Main Working time
for a specialist
Mon-Fri 10.00 - 18.00
of-course there are doctors 24/7
address: bul .Nikola Vaptsarov 51B entrance is from "At. Dukov" str
you need first to call and ask for appointment
Reception Desk : +3592 403 4000
Emergency /Ambulance only/ +3592 403 4112
Important !!!
Check for the prices and ask if your insurance cover your expenses .
Specialist examination cost around 20/25 Euro without a tests and other exams .
Ask all the questions on the reception phone number .
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Acibadem City Clinic Tokuda Hospital
51Б bul. "Nikola Y. Vaptsarov"TOKUDA HOSPITAL - 5 STAR HOSPITAL - 6 MIN WITH TAXI FROM JOURNALIST SQUARE
Main Working time
for a specialist
Mon-Fri 10.00 - 18.00
of-course there are doctors 24/7
address: bul .Nikola Vaptsarov 51B entrance is from "At. Dukov" str
you need first to call and ask for appointment
Reception Desk : +3592 403 4000
Emergency /Ambulance only/ +3592 403 4112
Important !!!
Check for the prices and ask if your insurance cover your expenses .
Specialist examination cost around 20/25 Euro without a tests and other exams .
Ask all the questions on the reception phone number .
SKY DENTAL CLINIC - LUXURY DENTAL CARE -UPPER LOZENETS
Lozenets -its the luxury city district of Sofia
So if you need Dental care and Help only 6 min with taxi from Journalist square
is the best luxury dental clinic Sky Clinic address: ul. Zlaten Rog 16A floor 6 office 8
09.00-18.30 mon-sat
+359 2 437 3683
Sky Dental Clinic
16А ul. "Zlaten rog"SKY DENTAL CLINIC - LUXURY DENTAL CARE -UPPER LOZENETS
Lozenets -its the luxury city district of Sofia
So if you need Dental care and Help only 6 min with taxi from Journalist square
is the best luxury dental clinic Sky Clinic address: ul. Zlaten Rog 16A floor 6 office 8
09.00-18.30 mon-sat
+359 2 437 3683
Post office 1164 SOFIA Lozenets
Its a real attraction because of the timeless look of the past Working hours :
Monday-Friday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Post office 1164
33 ul. "Tsanko Tserkovski"Post office 1164 SOFIA Lozenets
Its a real attraction because of the timeless look of the past Working hours :
Monday-Friday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
BILLA
116 ulitsa „Georgi S. Rakovski“Very Nice and full .
Зоя БГ - Смесен Магазин
22 ul. AksakovVery Nice bio Store
Getting Around
One of the biggest metro stations with direct line to Airport , Central Railway and Bus stations . Also from there for a 5 min trip you can go to the main sightseeings -The Largo ,Ancient Serdica, Sofia History Museum ,Sofia Sinagogue, Banya Bashi Mosque , Lions' Bridge Sveta Nedelya Church and many others
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Vasil Levski Stadium station
One of the biggest metro stations with direct line to Airport , Central Railway and Bus stations . Also from there for a 5 min trip you can go to the main sightseeings -The Largo ,Ancient Serdica, Sofia History Museum ,Sofia Sinagogue, Banya Bashi Mosque , Lions' Bridge Sveta Nedelya Church and many others
Journalist square is the main stop to all 3 Main tram lines in the center of Sofia . Numbers : 10 - Paradise mall - Garibaldi /Near Vitosha Boulevard/ - Zapaden park , 12 - Journalist square - Central Bus and Railway Stations - Ilientsi
18-Journalist Square - Garibaldi /5 min to Vitosha boulevard - Saint Nedelya square - Centralni Hali station - Ancient Serdica , The Largo ,Sofia History Museum ,Sofia Sinagogue,Banya Bashi Mosque
ploshtad "Zhurnalist"
ploshtad "Zhurnalist"Journalist square is the main stop to all 3 Main tram lines in the center of Sofia . Numbers : 10 - Paradise mall - Garibaldi /Near Vitosha Boulevard/ - Zapaden park , 12 - Journalist square - Central Bus and Railway Stations - Ilientsi
18-Journalist Square - Garibaldi /5 min to Vitosha boulevard - Saint Nedelya square - Centralni Hali station - Ancient Serdica , The Largo ,Sofia History Museum ,Sofia Sinagogue,Banya Bashi Mosque
Also called the book market .Its situated in the top center for the locals .Full with small shops and books .Great meeting place .
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Slaveykov Sq. tram Stop station
Also called the book market .Its situated in the top center for the locals .Full with small shops and books .Great meeting place .