Here Are Five Reasons Why You Must Visit Bulgaria At The Very Once In Your Lifetime

Bulgaria is tiny, not known and yet it has many amazing places to explore.
This makes it an interesting country that lets you be an adventurer. Here are
ten reasons why Bulgaria is a must-visit list.
Enjoy horo dancing
Horo, a traditional folk dance originated from Bulgaria is typically
performed in circles , using hands. There are a variety of horo that have
different steps. Horo is regaining its popularity among young people after an
extended period of decline and now classes in horo are popping up everywhere. It
is also possible to join a class and learn some basics.
Pick roses in the Rose Valley
If you'd like to be a part in the Rose Valley's annual Rose Festival, which
is located near Kazanlak from May to June is the best period places to visit in
Bulgaria. Bulgaria is one the largest exporters of rose oil around the world and
the Rosa Damascena flower is the national flower of Bulgaria. But beware - if
you want to be a part of the picking of roses you must be early to get in since
the ceremony begins before dawn.
View dancing kukeri monsters
Instead of end-of-winter carnivals, Bulgaria has the many Kukeri festivals
that are held throughout the country in celebration of the change in seasons.
Participants are covered in animal skins, horns, teeth, and massive bells that
make a sound to chase the evil spirits away. The biggest Kukeri event is the
Surva Festival and takes place in Pernik, the town. Pernik, a 30-minute drive
from Sofia.
Tuck in to tarator and other local delights
In summer, everyone eats tarator in Bulgaria. The cucumber, dill and yogurt
soup is a magical solution to the summer heat, served at every bistro and
restaurant in the country. Don't stop there. Bulgarian cuisine has plenty more
to provide, be it grilled meat, fresh vegetable salads or desserts.
Marvel at medieval fortresses
Baba Vida is the best preserved medieval fortress among all the relics of the
Bulgarian empires. The fortress was constructed on the banks of the Danube River
with an impressive view that reaches far beyond the distance. It is possible to
stroll along the walls and take a peek from the top, or even go inside the
former prison.
Relive the past at the Etar Open-Air Museum
Bulgaria has many museums but a few stand out for instance, the Etar Open-Air
Museum, a restored street from an earlier Bulgarian village that includes houses
as well as workshops and river laundry. It is not just a place to look at the
past but also take part in the crafts workshops and taste freshly baked
bread.
Range hill heights
The Bulgarian mountains are varied. Some are rocky and alpine (Pirin and
Rila) as well as others are more forest-rich, and have more soft forms (the
Rhodopes). The highest mountain is Mussala in the Rila mountains. It can be
climbed in just a day's journey from Sofia.
In a city listed as UNESCO World Heritage, observe the sun rising
Nessebar which is home to the Old Town is on the UNESCO heritage list, offers
numerous photo-friendly locations for the perfect photo-friendly spots for your
Instagram profile. The gorgeous Old Town windmill is a popular location for
sunrise pictures. It can be found in the Old Town's entry point and is a
beautiful backdrop for your photos.
Explore mysterious rock formations
Stories of young couples prevented getting married by their parents, of
brides who jumped off cliffs, of giants who threw rocks - these and many other
stories have captured the imagination of people when they tried to find reasons
for why the stunning rock formations found all over driving in Bulgaria
were formed. The Stone Wedding and the Stone Mushrooms are situated near the
town of Kardzhali, the Belogradchik Rocks are a two-hour drive north of Sofia
and the Stob Pyramids are an hour drive south of Sofia.
Witness fire dancing after dark
Every year it is the time when the Nestinari is a celebration of a traditional event. It occurs just after sunset on June 3. Following a string of customs that are observed throughout the day the Nestinari dancers fall into a trance and dance barefoot on the embers in the main square of the village of Balgari.