Northern Bulgaria

12. Visit the only left desert in Bulgaria – Pobiti Kamani rock phenomenon

Just outside of Varna – the sea capital of Bulgaria, you can visit another impressive natural site – the Stone Desert phenomenon /Pobiti Kamani/. The desert consists of sand dunes and several groups of natural rock columns that are between 5 and 7 meters high. A place to remember…

13. Overlook Provadia from the Ovech Fortress

Ovech Fortress is located near Provadia, a few hours away from Varna, Northern Bulgaria.

The fortress is overlooking the whole town and its green surroundings which makes the view from above just spectacular.

14. The unique Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo

The Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo is a complex, composed of churches, chapels and monk cells, cut into the rock during the 13-14 centuries.

The most preserved and famous church in the complex, and the only one open for visits, is “Saint Merry”.

The complex is part of UNESCO’s world heritage list. Other interesting sites nearby are Cherven Fortress and Besarbovski Monastery. The town of Rousse is also close and worthwhile.

15. Baba Vida – the only fully preserved medieval fortress in Bulgaria

Baba Vida Fortress is the symbol of Vidin – a frequently overlooked town in Northern Bulgaria. The current fortifications are built on top of a Roman fortress during the 10th century.

It has never been conquered by an enemy army. Baba Vida rises proudly next to Danube river and is often is often the first thing that impresses visitors of the town…

16. Tryavna

Tryavna is a small town, situated in Central Bulgaria. I highly recommend it, if you plan to visit the country and want to see a traditional village that has managed to preserve the typical Revival architecture and spirit.

It’s impossible not to fall in love with this lovely and picturesque town…

17. Watch through the Eyes of God in Prohodna Cave

Prohodna Cave is one of my favourite natural phenomenons in Bulgaria. It is famous with the two big eye-shaped holes in the ceiling and, hence, it is also known as The Eyes of God.

Prohodna is located just 2 hours away from Bulgaria’s capital, near Karlukovo, so it is a perfect choice for a day trip from Sofia. Unfortunately, it is only reachable by car.