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How Much Should I Budget for a Trip to Bulgaria?

Are you planning a trip to Bulgaria and wondering how much you should budget? Bulgaria is known for being an affordable destination, offering travelers a wide range of experiences without breaking the bank.

2026 Bank Holidays in Bulgaria

Planning a trip to Bulgaria in 2026? Use this travel calendar guide with official public holidays, school breaks, and practical tips to avoid peak traffic on roads and at Sofia, Varna, and Burgas airports.

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Don't Miss Destinations

The King Beneath the Hill: Inside the Thracian Tomb of Seuthes III

Uncover the mystery of Seuthes III’s tomb at Golyama Kosmatka—an ancient Thracian royal burial site filled with gold, myth, and archaeological wonder. A must-visit for history lovers in Bulgaria.

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Moments from Bulgarian History

The Achaemenid Persian Rule

The Achaemenid Persian Empire, founded by Cyrus the Great in the 6th century BC, was one of the ancient world’s largest and most powerful...

Yamna (Pit Grave) Culture

Learn the Yamnaya (Yamna) Culture: kurgan burials, pit graves, pastoral mobility, and steppe-linked changes in the Balkans during the late 4th–3rd millennium BCE.

Karanovo Culture

The Karanovo Culture was a prominent Neolithic and Chalcolithic civilization in southeastern Bulgaria, spanning approximately 6200-4250 BC. It played a significant role in shaping the region’s early history and interacted with neighboring cultures.

The Vinca Culture

The Vinca Culture was a prominent prehistoric civilization that flourished during the Neolithic period, from 5700 to 4200 BC. Centered primarily in what is now Serbia, Romania, and Northwestern Bulgaria, the Vinca Culture extended its influence into Hungary, Macedonia, and Greece.

Scoring Archaeological Profiles

Discover the Archaeological Profile method: a structured 0–5 diagnostic scoring system using V/C/D criteria to evaluate cultures, complexes, and periods.
A clear, student-friendly guide to blood typing that explains ABO and Rh groups, forward and reverse typing, blood typing trays and kits, and why accurate testing is essential before blood transfusions.
Grade 8 IB MYP Ancient Rome test (45 min): MCQ, source analysis, short writing, and group task—plus differentiated answer key and ATL skills.

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