Bulgaria is an emerging tourist destination in the Balkan region on the Black Sea and bordered by the countries of Romania, Serbia, Macedonia, Greece and Turkey. Bulgaria offers sandy beaches, picturesque churches, inexpensive winter sports and is a beautiful place to visit. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Introducing Bulgaria - Culture - Orientation and Location - Climate and When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Black Sea Beaches - Vitosha Mountain - Skiing in Bulgaria - Old Plovdiv - Plovdiv Roman Amphitheatre - Sofia - St. Nedelya Church, Sofia - National Palace of Culture (NDK), Sofia - Sofia Public Mineral Baths - National Opera House and Ballet, Sofia - Recommendations for the Budget Traveler - Places to Stay - Where to Eat - Where to Shop