Rural tourism
By far the best way to acquaint yourself with Bulgaria is by exploring the countless small villages between bigger cities.
Rural living reveals the true traditions, customs and daily habits of quaint Bulgarian life.If you love slow, natural living, you’ll fall in love with the picturesque villages and local hospitality.
This type of travels open you up to endless cultural exchanges with locals, delicious, homegrown food and a genuine connection to Bulgaria’s past.

Villages in the mountains of RHODOPE
The Rhodope Mountains have a mystical allure to them, hiding many idyllic villages. It’s here that you’ll be enamored by both traditional Bulgarian archicture and the breathtaking views of the mountain side.
Kosovo village
Small Rhodope village actively working to preserve traditional Bulgarian Revivalist architecture.
Leshten village
An intriguing mixture of authentic homes and architecture and a modern take on Bulgarian village life.
Gela village
Winding mountain roads lead to this magical village of scattered neighborhoods and open meadows.

Shiroka Laka village
A true guardian of tradition, this village has raised Bulgaria’s most notable folk singers and musicians.

Kovachevitsa village
Fruitful land, clear spring water and warm hospitality make Kovachevitsa a village beloved by Bulgarians.

Dolen village
Take a historic walk through time and absorb the atmosphere of nostalgia and Bulgarian rural living.
More villages around BULGARIA
Villages with typical Bulgarian architecture can be found in the central region of the country, close to the old Bulgarian capital. There are a couple of exceptions which are located in other areas of the country. Check them out!
Pirin village
Celebrate the village rituals of Babinden and Duhovden with the locals of this charming village.
Arbanasi village
Discover medieval forts and castles with ancient frescoes in lively Arbanasi, close to Veliko Tarnovo.
Bozhentsi village
Declared an open-air museum, this village is filled with fascinating houses, customary to the region.

Zheravna village
The patriotic spirit is still strong in Zheravna, home to many Bulgarian writers and revolutionaries.

Ichera village
Old-fashioned cobbled streets and wooden Revivalist houses line the streets of gorgeous Ichera.

Oreshak village
One of the villages where the infamous Bulgarian clay craft and patterning originates from.
Selected EXPERIENCES
By far, one of the best ways to discover Bulgarian village life is through experiencing it first-hand. We’ve selected a handful of local rituals and regional traditions to fully immerse you in the history and magic of Bulgarian rural tourism.

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