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Located between Greece and Romania, Bulgaria is an often overlooked travel destination. This is a pity, though, since there is a wealth of beautiful and interesting Bulgaria attractions.

Valley of the Thracian Kings - The valley of Kazanluk, also known as the Rose Valley, is the site of impressive tombs and burial mounds, the most famous of which is the Kazanluk Tomb. Along with the lavishly decorated Sveshtari Tomb near the town of Isperih, the Kazanluk Tomb has been included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites and is one of the most popular Bulgaria attractions.

Rila Monastery - Built in the 10th century, the Rila Monastery is the largest and most famous monastery in Bulgaria, which is why it is one of the best Bulgaria attractions. It has also been listed as a World Heritage Site, particularly for its impressive library, beautiful frescoes, old wood carvings and its gold-plated iconostasis.

The Assumption Bochkava Monastery and the Rozhen Monastery are also Bulgaria attractions worth visiting. Both have spectacular iconostases, too, as well as other stunning artwork. In fact, the Assumption Bochkava Monastery has one of the oldest wood-carved iconostases in Bulgaria.

Church of Saint Sophia - Aside from its monasteries, Bulgaria has many remarkable old churches, which include the famous Church of Saint Sophia. Located in the Bulgarian capital, the three-nave domed basilica is both a religious centre and a national monument. Although not as popular, the Saint Trinity village church made entirely out of stone is also an imposing sight.

Roman Ampitheatre - Plovdiv is the third largest city in Bulgaria, as well as an ancient city known for its magnificent architectural feats, particularly the Roman Ampitheatre. Dating back to the 2nd century, the Roman Ampitheatre is currently the stage for many of the country’s large-scale musical performances. It is also located near other Bulgaria attractions in Plovdiv, such as the Balabanov House and the Museum of Icons.

Pirin National Park - When it comes to natural attractions, Bulgaria has a lot to offer, too, such as the Pirin National Park, which is another World Heritage Site in Bulgaria. This park is the site of two nature reserves which are homes to over 3,000 species of plants and animals, many of which are endangered. Other natural attractions in Bulgaria include the Belogradchik rock formations and the Strandzha Nature park, the largest national park in Bulgaria.

Black Sea Coast - If you want to soak up the sun and the sand on the beach, you can do so at one of the seaside resorts in Bulgaria. In fact, these resorts, particularly Sunny Beach, are what most tourists come to Bulgaria for. It is just one reason to visit Bulgaria, though, since, as you just learned, there are many other awesome Bulgaria attractions you should definitely see at least once in a lifetime.

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