Visiting Bulgaria
Welcome to the beautiful country of Bulgaria! Located on the southeastern part of Europe, Bulgaria is now becoming a premiere tourist destination in the continent. Bulgaria is situated along the Balkan Peninsula. It is bordered by Romania to the north, the Black Sea to the east, Serbia and Macedonia to the west, and Greece and Turkey on the south. Travelers visiting this beautiful country are captivated with its picturesque landscapes, pristine beaches, historical buildings and a rich cultural heritage that is uniquely their own.
While there are a number of different packaged tours offered to Bulgaria, it is a totally different experience to discover the country on your own and at your own pace. Here are some tips to help you explore and discover the country away from the standard tourist trail.
The country of Bulgaria has a temperate climate. This is partly due to the various mountain ranges that could be found all over the country as well as its close proximity to the Black Sea. This being said, travelers heading to the country of Bulgaria should come prepared.
All travelers to Bulgaria are required to present a valid passport with its expiration date at least six months from the time that you leave Bulgaria and return to your home country. If your passport is going to expire within the same year that you would be making a trip to Bulgaria, it is a good idea to get your passport renewed first before making your travel arrangements to avoid any potential problems the moment you get there to Bulgaria.
Bulgaria takes pride in its rich cultural and historical heritage. In fact, Bulgaria is home to nine different UNESCO World Heritage Sites, all of which are top tourist destinations in the country. Each of these heritage sites offers travelers a unique glimpse of a particular aspect of the rich culture of the country. One of the most visited UNESCO World Heritage Sites visited in Bulgaria is the Madara Rider located on the Madara Plateau.
It is important to make sure that before you travel to Bulgaria, you bring along a copy of your itinerary which not only show how long you would be staying in Bulgaria but also your accommodations in Bulgaria as well. Immigration officers would require you to submit this to the local police as soon as you arrive in your country to prevent any possibility of overstaying in the country.
Shopping malls, hotels, and other businesses in Bulgaria accept major credit cards such as Mastercard, Visa and American Express. If you do not have a credit card, and would need some extra cash during your stay here in Bulgaria, not to worry.
You can use your ATM or debit card in the ATM machines in the major cities of the country which would dispense the amount you need in the local currency. It is important to remember, though, that international ATM cards used are subject to additional fees and a limit in the number of transactions that could be done in a day.
