What if we split the population of Bulgaria into two equal parts
The separation of the two parts of Bulgaria should be easy and simple task – for north – south we have Balkan Mountains, for east – the west – Ya (Yatovata) border. Is it the same with the country’s population? If we divide the population – 7,364,570 people, according to
Names of settlements in Bulgaria at the beginning of the 20th century
As part of the historical series of maps in my portfolio, after the GIS file of the old Bulgarian borders, a geojson file is prepared with the names of 1600 settlements, as they were called in the period from 1912 to early 30’s. Since liberation until now, there have been
Distribution of Pomak culture in Bulgaria
The topic of spreading the Bulgarian ethnicity and diaspora is on the agenda again . Bulgarian-Mohammedans (Pomaks) are unknown and confused matter for the regular citizen of the country, regardless of his ethnicity. Although they are often defined by themselves and others as a separate ethnic group, these are the
Vitosha. The Green Hat of Sofia.
Vitosha mountain is the greatest benefit that city of Sofia have. Four highest mountain in Bulgaria with area of almost 300 km2. A perfect direction to escape the city to enjoy nature and practice some outdoor activities. And because that, for me is mandatory spot for all visitors of the city. Unfortunately,
Dambala’s Magical Water
We Bulgarians love St. George’s Day. Not because of the lamb and not because of the parade. Surely the last years have been because of the Greek coast. And it was always because of the dragon, though it is the feast of its victor. Krasi Andonov, in his travels and
10 hiking routes for the whole family on Vitosha mountain
Vitosha is the fourth highest mountain in Bulgaria, and the difference of over 1700 meters between the Sofia valley and the champion of the mountain – Cherni Vrah gives her an impressive appearance, viewed from the capital. In 1934, 6410 ha of the mountain (23% of the area), including the
Beautiful caves in Bulgaria
Because of the increased inquiries in Sofia Green Tour and along with our new project with luminescence with Alex and Krassy by Light and cult, I decided to describe some beautiful caves that are easy enough that almost anyone can visit them. These are not cultivated and illuminated caves but ordinary
Bicycle infrastructure and its development in Sofia
Use this map, as cycling route planer, to choose your route through city Whether the Sofia municipality or organizations like Veloevolution , maps depicting cycling routes in Sofia show “established” routes as bike lanes regardless of how and where they are built. But as an active cyclist, I read and
The Silk Road… in modern borders and conflicts
To create maps is such a pleasure. When hand drawing, mind travel. And I’m pretty sure that thereby appeared labels and graphics like – “Here live dragons” and “World ends here”… So, let return on topic. Interested by Silk road and following some cyclist travelers I try to research how
Mountain Rescue Service in Bulgaria now with App
Very useful small app has made for all tourists, skiers and hikers in Bulgaria. With this app you may connect with Mountain Rescue Service in Bulgaria sending SMS message with GPS coordinates and your condition. Or call directly. The mountains here are not very high, but in seasons late autumn,
European hiking trails in Bulgaria
Over the past few days I have been researching European hiking trails in Bulgaria. At present, the EHTs cover five of the high mountains here, but the creation and marking of paths proved to be incomplete. All of them must start from the border where they have completed the stage
Tim Moss grant for adventure
A 3 weeks ago, in Twitter I find Tim Moss idea to donate his £200 from advertising in site and with other £200 collect in founding site to make grant for adventures and adventurers. As “small” adventurer I like this grant for my idea for bicycle pilgrimage and apply. And