Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski“
Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski“ is the oldest and largest academic school establishment in Bulgaria
You can start your tour from the Sofia University or the nearby National Library. Than cross Vasil Levski Blvd. and go through the small park. On your right side you will see the statute of St. Kliment Ochridski - the founder of the Cyrilic alphabeth. Walking straight you will pass between the National Assembly (right) and the monument of Tzar Alexander II (Liberator). From here you can see the golden roof of Alexander Nevski Cathedral - the largest church in Bulgaria. Next to it is St. Sofia church - ancient and with with rich history. Right in front of the "brick church" some archeological sites have been recently discovered.
Coming back to the main route (Tsar Alexander I Blvd. - the golden pavement) you will see the small Cristal park, the Military club and the Russian Church. Along the Boulevard there are many historical and administrative buildings like the National Galery (previously Kings` Palais), the National Bank, the Presidency, Ministry Council and the Ex-Communist Party Central.
Other way to choose is through the City Park , where the National Theatre Ivan Vazov is located. The second largest church "St. Nedelya".
Don`t miss the ancient church St. George located in the middle of a yard surrounded with administrative buildings, incl. Presidency, as well as the St. Petka Church - in the subway of Sv. Nedely Metro Station.
Facing the Vitosha mountain you can take a walk on the main pedastrian boulevard - Vitosha. In a walking distance is the National Palace of Culture.
Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski“ is the oldest and largest academic school establishment in Bulgaria
The National Assembly Building
The Emperor of Russia Alexander II is mostly known as Tsar Liberator in Bulgaria.
The resplendence of the striking gold-plated domes catches the eye as well as the sun.
Църквата „Св. София“ е изключителна архитектурна ценност от ранните години на християнството.
The splendid Renaissance Revival Style building of the Central Military Club has been among the jewels of downtown Sofia for over a hundred years.
The Russian Orthodox Church "St. Nikolay" is one of the most remarkable architectural structures in Sofia.
The “Ivan Vazov” National Theatre is one of the most exquisite and aristocratic buildings in the capital.
"Knyaz Alexander I" Square is a prominent landmark regularly used for various major events – large-scale live events.
The Bulgarian National Bank was established in 1879.
The fountain in front of the Presidential Office was designed and built in the 1950s.
The Executive Office of the President of the Republic of Bulgaria is in the Presidency building at 2 Dondukov Blvd.
Тhe "St. George" Rotunda Church is situated in the courtyard of the Presidential Office Building, amid remains of the ancient town of Serdica.
St. Petka of the Saddlers Church
The city center of Sofia is in fact among the best sources of knowledge of the ancient and medieval way of life in these places.
The St. Nedelya’s Cathedral has a rich historical background. However its deepest roots are shrouded in obscurity.
The remarkable 1930s building accommodates several city courts.
"Vitosha" Boulevard is the most famous shopping street in the capital, and a favorite place for walking, shopping and entertainment.
the National Palace of Culture has been emblematic for the city of Sofia.
The National Institute of Archaeology at the Bulgarian Academy of Science covers the complete study of the material and spiritual culture in the Bulgarian territories from the remote past to the 18th century.
The only active mosque in the city of Sofia is considered an architectural masterpiece.