Tag: wanderlust
Church of St. George, Sofia
The oldest building in Sofia is considered to be this red brick rotunda that host the church of St George. It has been built by the Romans in the 4th century and now is a fully functional orthodox christian church very popular for weddings
Sofia, Bulgaria
The statue of Sveta Sofia built in 2000 and replaced the statue of Lenin in the city center of Sofia. There were many controversial opinions among the locals about this statue. For many, the erotic appearance of the statue doesn't look appropriate to a Christian Saint. Others support that it is very likely the sculptor was aiming to show the attractiveness of wisdom (sophia in Greek) and that would justify the erotic appearance. What do you think?
Saint Sofia Church, Sofia
Around 14th century the city previously known as Serdica took its new name from Saint Sofia, the bell-less church. Sofia (or better sophia) is the Greek word for wisdom and the church named after the Holy Spirit (or God's wisdom) similar to Constantinople's Hagia Sophia
Palace of Justice, Sofia
At the beginning of Vitoshka street, you can't avoid noticing a monumental building that hosts Sofia's court houses. The Palace of Justice is decorated with two giant lions at the entrance.
Ivan Vazov National Theatre, Sofia, Bulagria
One of the most beautiful buildings in Sofia is the Ivan Vazov National Theater. Located in the city garden of Sofia, is an excellent place for travelers to rest and enjoy the great view. Don't forget to have your camera with you
Sofia, Bulgaria
The first tram in Sofia started operating in 1901. Today most parts of the city are covered by an extensive tram network with 150 kilometers tracks and more than 160 stops. Sofia tram is a great way to discover the city
Sofia Central Mineral Baths
Sofia has 48 mineral springs flowing from underground with warm water from 30 up to 90 Celsius. Every second these springs are providing 500 liters of water safe to drink. At city center's mineral springs, many people bring their empty bottles and fill them up to used them at home.
St Nedelya Church
In the heart of the Sofia city the square of Saint Nedelya is located. The meeting place for many locals, the square is at the beginning of the busy Vitoshka pedestrian street. The name of the square comes from the majestic church located there. Sveta Nedelya or Holy Sunday is an Orthodox Christian church which has been reconstructed many times through the ages as it has suffered several damages from wars and earthquakes in the past
