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Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria
Read my posts about things to do in Blagoevgrad.


Restaurant of LARGO Mall
For telling the truth, the food is not the strong side of the place. But it is a must-visit restaurant because of the view. So you can...

Boaz Albert
Jun 2, 20171 min read


Todor Alexandrov Street
Todor Alexandrov Street is the main shopping street in Blagoevgrad. You can find here all kinds of shops - like fashion, shoes,...

Boaz Albert
Jun 2, 20171 min read


Getting to Blagoevgrad
We traveled to Blagoevgrad by bus from Thessaloniki, Greece. The drive took 4 hours, including 15 minutes stop at the Tax-Free Shops in...

Boaz Albert
Jun 1, 20171 min read


Sweet Blaze
A charming cafe & restaurant. We stayed in an apartment in the same building, so it was an excellent choice for our breakfast.

Boaz Albert
Jun 1, 20171 min read


Raffy Bar & Gelato
Raffy Bar got the best location in town - just in the middle of the city center, in front of LARGO Mall. The food is varied and tasty at...

Boaz Albert
Jun 1, 20171 min read


The Mall of Blagoevgrad
A small old mall, that has few fashion stores, restaurants and offices.

Boaz Albert
Jun 1, 20171 min read


Largo Mall Blagoevgrad
LARGO Blagoevgrad is the largest shopping center in Southwest Bulgaria located in the heart of Blagoevgrad. In the Mall, you will find...

Boaz Albert
Jun 1, 20171 min read


Blagoevgrad Green Market
Fruit and vegetable market, located on the bank of Bistritza River. Open on Wednesday and Saturday.

Boaz Albert
Jun 1, 20171 min read


Rila Monastery
Founded in the 10th century, the Rila Monastery is the most famous Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria and regarded as one of...

Boaz Albert
Jun 1, 20171 min read


Bachinovo Park
I took the 45-min walk from the city center to Bachinovo Park afternoon. The road to the park is adjacent to the river on both sides, and...

Boaz Albert
Jun 1, 20171 min read


Varosha District & the Presentation of the Mother of God Church
Blagoevgrad's oldest district characterized by unique architecture, cobblestone streets, small traditional houses, craft shops, and...

Boaz Albert
Jun 1, 20171 min read


Blagoevgrad Cross & Park "Loven Dom"
In 2007 the municipality of Blagoevgrad decided to build a giant cross to protect the residence from evil and trouble. The cross located...

Boaz Albert
Jun 1, 20171 min read


Blagoevgrad City Center
The city center of Blagoevgrad, built of four big squares, is full of restaurants, pubs, and shops. You can buy a sim card in one of the...

Boaz Albert
Jun 1, 20171 min read


Blagoevgrad History Museum
The history museum of Blagoevgrad is located in the Varosha district. The museum has few sections, telling the story of the region:...

Boaz Albert
Jun 1, 20171 min read
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