Your journey starts here.
Discover Bulgaria, where historic cities, mountain landscapes, and a vibrant cultural heritage meet.
- Capital
- Sofia
- Region
- Southeastern Europe
About Bulgaria & the lifestyle
Bulgaria sits in southeastern Europe and has been a member of the European Union since 2007. Its capital, Sofia, is a lively university city, while Plovdiv, Varna and the mountain towns each offer their own rhythm of daily life. Life here moves at a relaxed, people-first pace: long café conversations, seasonal food, and weekends spent in the mountains or by the Black Sea.
Warm, welcoming people
Bulgarians are known for their hospitality — expect neighbours to greet you and new acquaintances to invite you for coffee. Folk festivals, traditional costumes, dance and seasonal celebrations are still very much part of everyday life, so international students and workers quickly feel part of the community.
Café cities & student life
Cities like Sofia and Plovdiv blend history with a modern café and university culture. Colourful old-town houses, cobblestone streets and affordable daily living make them easy places to study, work and explore on foot.
Mountains, sea & four seasons
Nature is never far away: the Rila and Pirin mountains are ideal for hiking and winter sports, while the Black Sea coast draws people all summer. With four distinct seasons, weekends in Bulgaria often mean mountain air, thermal springs, or a seaside day trip.