An Honest Review of Top Rated Restaurants in Sofia: Part 1

What’s the fuss all about and are they worth a visit?

It’s still summer, it’s hot and, if you are stuck in the city, just like me, it’s definitely time to go out. But there are so many options to choose from, especially post quarantine, that sometimes it is just hard to decide where to go. Usually, I frequent places that I think look interesting and, of course, have good reviews online. So I chose 3 top rated restaurants that caught my attention and went to see why are they so popular and if a visit there is worth the time and money.

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Chernobyl: A Trip into the Exclusion Zone Part 2

Human existence is made of moments connected with places and people. Some of those turn into memories, and a fraction of those memories we remember all our lives. Years passed since I’ve visited Chernobyl, but this eerie Ukrainian town is engraved in my brain. Maybe places like this – that are connected with immense human tragedy – are hard to erase. But one thing is sure – for me, Chernobyl will always be the most memorable city I’ve ever visited.

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A Guide to Bulgarian Traditions

What is it to be a Bulgarian? Well, I guess there is no simple answer to that question. What makes a person to be a part of a nation is an inner feeling of pride and understanding of different traditions and behaviors embedded in the national psychology. And we might not be a rich country, but of traditions we have a lot!

The Bulgarian state was established in 681. During its many centuries of existence, the country managed to keep some of its pagan traditions, mix them with Christian rituals, and create a folklore, fit for the high-spirited, feisty and brave inhabitants of its lands. As a true Bulgarian, I am happy to present to you some of our unique traditions that cannot be found anywhere else in the world.

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