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Sofia's city centre is an eclectic mix of architectural styles, largely rebuilt after WWII bombings and complete with a yellow brick boulevard. The city is compact and diverse; a great place to get your bearings before heading off to discover the real Bulgaria.
The city has certainly been smartened up over recent years, and Sofians hope EU membership will bring more lasting benefits.
Sofia's continental climate is generally favourable. Sofia can empty in summer and winter as Bulgarians migrate between the Black Sea and the ski resorts, with average daytime highs of around 28°C (82°F) in July and August and 3°C (37°F) from December to February.
Places to see in sofia
Aleksander Nevski Memorial Church
This massive, awe-inspiring church is a symbol not just of Sofia but of Bulgaria itself.
Archaeological Museum
The Buyuk Djami (Great Mosque), with its nine lead-covered domes, was built in 1496, and now houses ...
Sveta Nedelya Cathedral
This magnificent domed church is one of the city's major landmarks. Built between 1856 and 1863 ... |
