Europe · Jewish travel

Bulgaria

Sofia has the strongest infrastructure.

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Places to explore

Central Sofia Synagogue — Active local synagogue and Jewish-history exhibition at Exarch Joseph Street 16.

Shalom Organization of the Jews in Bulgaria — National local-community organization with regional branches and cultural programs.

Jewish Museum at Sofia Synagogue — The Niche exhibition presents Bulgarian Jewish life and heritage inside the synagogue complex.

Rila Monastery — UNESCO-listed mountain monastery; a long day trip from Sofia.

Plovdiv Old Town — Roman theater, Revival-era houses and Kapana district; rail or bus from Sofia.

Nessebar — UNESCO-listed Black Sea old town; seasonal and far from Sofia, so plan as a separate block.

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