The Museum of Christian Art in the crypt of the Patriarchal Cathedral "St. Alexander Nevsky" in Sofia was established in 1965 and presents Christian visual art from the Bulgarian lands. The collection of icons it stores is among the richest in the world.
Photos: BGNES
In western Bulgaria, about a hundred kilometres south-west of Sofia, lies the town of Zemen and its environs on the banks of the Struma River. Although not one of the country's best-known tourist destinations, interest in the region has grown..
Spring is beautiful in Sofia. The Bulgarian capital is filled with the scent of linden trees, lilacs and tulips, and birds in the parks create real spring concerts. A delight to the senses! The central city area is adorned with..
Lent begins today. Traditionally, in the days before this period of austerity and spiritual reflection begins, Kukeri carnivals are held in many parts of the country . The village of Dedevo in the Rhodopes celebrated Zadushnitsa, or All..
Clear
Partly Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
Partly cloudy, chance of rain