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About Bulgaria A picturesque small country called Bulgaria has existed for more than 13 centuries in Europe, linking East and West.

Bulgaria remembers great people… …who wrote its turbulent history.

Situated in Southeastern Europe, Bulgaria occupies the northeastern part of the Balkan Peninsula.

The period following Bulgaria’s Liberation (1878) was characterized by sweeping construction. Urban development plans were made en masse, the town and city centers were shaped, solid buildings of a new, European look were put up, decoration of the urban houses was modernized.

National Parks Pirin, Rila and Central Balkan are among the largest and most valuable protected areas in Europe. They contain some of Europe’s remaining, extant, wild regions.

Identified as Category II protected areas by the World Conservation Union, the Parks are managed in accordance with the latest conservation principles and approaches.

Worldwide, national parks are generally designated to preserve representative natural features, wildlife and habitats of the country.

The Bulgarian National Parks offer excellent opportunities for tourism, scientific research and education.

The National Parks also include rivers, lakes, natural landmarks, waterfalls, and exceptional landscapes.