Located in the Sofia Valley, Sofia (София) is the capital of Bulgaria and the biggest city in the country with around 1.4 million citizens. As the centre of the country's political, cultural and business scenes, Sofia is a bustling and dynamic city, but it has a surprisingly relaxed feeling.
From the Sofia Travel Guide
Average cheapest prices by month for budget accommodation in Sofia
I stayed in Hostel Mostel for 7 nights. I was never told that private rooms are located in less centrally located and VERY noisy Boulevard Hristo Botev. Room service even basic is non-existant. ... more
We arrived at this hostel after a late night flight. After being buzzed in we were confronted by a badly lit staircase, building materials, holes in the wall with layers of exposed wiring. ... more
On arrival at Avel my room was very clean and comfortable with a clean shower room with a toilet and sink. Sampoo and soap was provided. In the main room was a comfortable double bed with extra pillow and duvet in the wardrobe. Next to the wardrobe was a bedside table with a table lamp and a radi/alram clock. ... more
Tuesday 28th July
Today was spent around Sofia. The optional excursion was a trip to the Rila Monastery in the Rila Mountains about 45 mins drive from Sofia, and at a height of about 1150 metres. So we took the drive up ...
Posted in Europe 2009 by bryceb
1st August 2011
an eerie feel, but it was really cool at the same time. From here we drove to the capital Sofia ...
Posted in Kim and Danny 2011 by kimdanny
2nd August 2011
So today we explored Sofia, although there really wasn't much to explore. They have one main street, paved with yellow bricks, which contains most of the sights (the “nice” buildings), and one other ...
Posted in Kim and Danny 2011 by kimdanny































