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Museums Educational Institutions and Public Buildings in Sofia
Museums of Historical and Cultural Significance
Museum of Bulgarian-Russian Friendship
Located at 23 Skobelev Boulevard, the Museum of Bulgarian-Russian Friendship presents the shared history of Bulgaria...
Monuments Fortress Ruins and Museums in Sofia
Vassil Levski Monument
The Vassil Levski Monument is a modest but significant landmark in Sofia, located at the intersection of Volgograd and General Zaimov Boulevards....
Sights and Monuments Around Sofia
Boyana Church
The Boyana Church is located about 6 km south of Sofia in Boyana village. It is considered one of the most valuable architectural...
Saint Veit Saal and the Ancient Roman Lands
Saint Veit and His Influence in the Region
Saint Veit, from whom this place takes its name, was known as a devoted Christian who worked...
Journey through the Mountain Towns and Rivers
Entering the Walled Town and Its Rivers
After being admitted into the town under the great wall, I was much struck by the design of...
Journey through Upper Hungary
Towns, Gates, and Mountains
During my travels through Upper Hungary, I passed through many remarkable towns and landscapes. One town in particular is notable for...
Avoiding Offense While Traveling
I asked my companion where I might relieve myself without giving offense. At first, he answered me in a rough and grumbling manner, as...
The Use of Tobacco among the Turks
In all the countries through which I traveled, I observed that the Turks made great use of tobacco. Many of them carried small bags...
Conversations with the Chiauses
I took great pleasure in speaking with the Chiauses, especially those who were older men. They were usually well educated by experience, spoke several...
The Fortress and the Road into Kosovo
From this place we continued our journey to Catschamch, a strong fortress that commands the narrow passage between the surrounding hills. Its position makes...
