As the name suggests this is Europe’s one of the oldest and romantic cities.
The key attractions are many, starting from the neo-classical Stalinist architecture to the open air cafes and mineral baths the list in non ending.
The biggest attraction of Sofia is Church of St Sofia dating back to the 4the century. This church is one of the few living example of the ancient Christian architecture in this region. Other important churches include The Boyana Church, the Russian church, and the Sofia Synagogue known as the largest Synagogue in south Eastern Europe.
Among the museums of Sofia, The National Archaeological Museum, The National Historical Museum, & the National Art Gallery are particularly important. Each one of them built on some historical site, houses millions of artifacts dating back several centuries.
Other important attractions include the Ivan Vazov National Theater, Eagles’ Bridge, National Opera and Ballet building, Borisova Garden and the Chervilo Club.
Shopping in Sofia includes folk-art ceramics pottery, painted wooden toys, and dolls, feather goods like pillows or duvet.