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Boyana Church: A Guide to Sofia's UNESCO-Listed Medieval Treasure
Tucked at the foot of Vitosha Mountain, Boyana Church holds some of the most remarkable medieval frescoes in Europe, earning it a place on the UNESCO World Heritage list.
The Beloved Boiled Bagels of Ekzarh Yosif Street
Steam rises from a small workshop on Ekzarh Yosif Street as Sofia wakes up. These boiled bagels have become a cherished part of the city's morning routine.
Vitosha Mountain: A Guide to Sofia's Backyard Wilderness
Just a short trip from the capital, Vitosha offers year-round outdoor adventures from gentle forest walks to challenging summit climbs and winter ski runs.
Sofia International Money Expo 2026 Opens Today with Focus on Regional Finance Hub
The seventh Sofia International Money Expo kicks off today at Sofia Balkan Palace, bringing together institutions, investors and SMEs to boost financial literacy and strengthen Sofia’s position as a regional financial centre.
Sofia–Pernik Road via Vladaya Closed for 20 Days from 4 November
A 5 km stretch of the busy Sofia–Pernik road through Vladaya is closed from 4 to 22 November for repairs. Cars are diverted through Vladaya village; lorries over 12 tonnes must use the Struma motorway.
Sofia's Roman Ruins: A Walking Guide to Ancient Serdica
Beneath Sofia's modern streets lie the remains of Serdica, a Roman city with impressive ruins. Here's how to explore them on foot.
Judges Gather in Sofia for General Assembly Today
More than 2,000 judges are expected to attend the general assembly at Paradise Center, with proceedings set to begin at 10 a.m.
Choosing a Business Location in Bulgaria: City or Countryside?
Bulgaria offers a range of locations for businesses, from bustling cities like Sofia to quieter rural towns. This guide explores the key factors to consider when deciding where to set up.
Vitosha Mountain: Sofia's backyard wilderness
Just a short ride from the capital, Vitosha Mountain offers year-round outdoor adventures, from gentle forest walks to challenging summit climbs and winter ski runs.
Sofia Central Heating to Switch On Gradually from 29 October
Toplofikatsiya Sofia will begin phased activation of the city's central heating from Thursday, 29 October, starting with schools and kindergartens.
Boyana Church: Sofia's medieval fresco treasure
Tucked at the foot of Vitosha Mountain, Boyana Church is a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its remarkably lifelike 13th-century frescoes. It makes an easy half-day trip from central Sofia.
Bulgaria Approves EUR 100 Million High-Tech Industrial Park in Dobroslavtsi
The Council of Ministers has approved a memorandum for a EUR 100 million investment to transform a former military base near Sofia into a space and defence development centre.
Sofia Firms Shift from Renting to Owning Offices as Investment Jumps
Office investment in the first nine months of 2026 matched the whole of 2025, while leasing activity in Sofia eased and total space taken up fell 13% year on year.
French Film Festival returns to Kinomania with 'Cinema of Our Time'
The 16th French Film Festival opens on 16 November at the National Palace of Culture in Sofia, showing the latest French releases as part of Kinomania.