Bulgaria, its soul-stirring mountains rival golden beaches, while cities hum with nightlife and art. Within Bulgaria’s beguiling blend of nature and history, unforgettable adventures are guaranteed. - LonelyPlanet Bulgaria
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Language, Books, and Movies - Bulgaria
Bulgarian is the official language of Bulgaria and is spoken by the majority of the country's population. In addition, the following languages are spoken by minority populations in Bulgaria:
Bulgarian Language
Bulgarian, the official language of Bulgaria, is an Indo-European and Slavic language written using the Cyrillic alphabet, and is spoken by the majority of the country's population. English is a widely spoken second language in Bulgaria.
Turkish Language
The Turkish language is spoken by the largest minority group in Bulgaria. The Turks arrived in the region from Anatolia during the 14th and early 15th century when the Ottomans conquered the Balkans. Turkish is also spoken by the native Bulgarians whose ancestors converted to Islam during the Ottoman rule in the region.
Romani Language
The Romani language is spoken by the second largest minority group, the Romani people, descendants of the Romani nomadic migrants who arrived in Bulgaria from Northern India towards the end of the 13th century and continued to arrive during five centuries of Ottoman occupation of the region.
Bulgarian Language Guides
Books and movies About or Set in Bulgaria
Books By Peace Corps Bulgaria Volunteers
7 Hours to Sofia: Challenges and Discoveries of a Peace Corps Volunteer (2017), by Louise Mae Hoffmann (BG - PCV - 2009-10),
A Breeze in Bulgaria (2012), by Bruce McDonald (BG -2002–04)
Cold Snap: Bulgaria Stories (2020), by Cynthia Morrison Phoel (BG PCV -1994-96)
Letters from Bulgaria (2006), by Rel Davis (BG PCV - 2001-03)
A Breeze in Bulgaria (2012), by Bruce McDonald (BG -2002–04)
Cold Snap: Bulgaria Stories (2020), by Cynthia Morrison Phoel (BG PCV -1994-96)
Letters from Bulgaria (2006), by Rel Davis (BG PCV - 2001-03)
Flight Information
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Bulgaria has good air links with numerous European cities, as well as some cities in the Middle East. There are currently no direct flights to Bulgaria from further afield, so visitors from, for example, North America or Australia will need to pick up a connecting flight elsewhere in Europe.
Sofia Airport (www.sofia-airport.bg) is the main point of entry to the country. Varna Airport (www.varna-airport.bg) and Burgas Airport (www.burgas-airport.bg) serve the coast, and are particularly busy during the summer when they are used by charter flights. For central Bulgaria, direct flights from a couple of European cities, including London, reach Plovdiv Airport (www.plovdivairport.com). |
Visas and STEP
A valid U.S. passport is required for U.S. citizens. Your U.S. passport must be valid for at least three (3) months from the expected date of departure to Bulgaria. U.S. citizens traveling on regular tourist passports may stay in Bulgaria for a total of 90 days within 6 months without a Bulgarian visa. Other citizens should check with Isla and the Bulgarian embassy in your country.
The U.S. Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) U.S. Embassy strongly recommends that U.S. citizens traveling to or residing in Kosovo enroll in the STEP program. STEP sends security email updates and makes it easier for the U.S. embassy or nearest U.S. consulate to contact you in an emergency.
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