Rose Oil – The Bulgarian Miracle For The Skin
Many centuries ago, rose water has been used in natural skin and hair care products, perfumes and cleansers. Rose water is obtained by direct distillation of fresh, hand-picked flowers of Rose Damascena. Known for its exceptional beneficial properties, the Bulgarian Damascene Rose is considered one of the most valuable...
Motifs In Bulgarian Embroidery: What Do The Symbols Mean?
Traditional embroidery is varied in different areas, where varieties can be seen in the costumes of men and women. The motifs in the embroideries are chosen according to the purpose of the social status and gender. There was a tradition, in different places in Bulgaria, to use color and...
Brewing RAKIYA
As proud Bulgarians, we would tell you a little more about our valuable and deeply respected customs and traditions! When autumn comes, we start not only making wine, but also to brewing RAKIYA! How does this phenomenon happen, you gonna ask?#TEAMMOMA will reveal the truth for you! In the...
Our Mineral Springs About an Hour From Sofia!
The Wealth of Nature Welcome to the Tourist Blog SofiaSpots, which presents the secret places and local recommendations on what to see and visit when you are based in Sofia. We have prepared interesting topics, breathtaking places and tips that will help you during your stay in Bulgaria! You...
Grape Harvest. The Process Or Period Of Picking Grapes
In September it’s time to grape harvest in Bulgaria. With each passing day, the autumn vines become more and more ready to pick the ripe grapes. The masters who make homemade wine are preparing to make the real drink! The grape harvest is one of the most exciting moments...
Why We Thank You With MERCI?
Where Does The French MERCI Come From Along With Our BLAGODARIA? And more interesting ‘’borrowings’’ in our grammar… You will probably hear words that are borrowed from other nations. Yes that is right. And we do. Who borrows from whom? Many borrowings entered the young Bulgarian literary language during...
The Habits of the Bulgarian and What Makes Us Who We Are!
There are some oddities that we’ve accepted, but every foreigner who finds out about them is totally stunned. Let’s talk more about it. 🙂 We say a number when someone sneezes Bulgarians will definitely not avoid the opportunity to say a number afterwards. In this way ‘’we should understand...
Why Bulgarians Nod The Other Way Around?
/more interesting facts about our gestures that will surprise you…/ A short guide for foreigners In most countries, nodding means confirmation. Many studies show that people born blind and deaf also nod for agreement, which speaks to the innate nature of this gesture. BUT for US.. Bulgarian people, things...
Quadrangle of Religious Tolerance
Sofia is a city of many religions. One of the biggest proofs of this is the so-called “Quadrangle of Religious Tolerance”, which brings together in one place in the center four religious churches. What’s interesting nearby? Orthodox Christian Church (“St. Nedelya Church”) The holy place is a religious and...
Golf Courses Near Sofia
Bulgaria is increasingly among the most mentioned destinations for golf tourism in Europe. Today #SofiaSpotsByMoma will present you some of our most famous golf courses in Bulgaria at Sofia region, where you can combine golf with the coolness&freshness of mountain nature. St. Sofia Golf Club – an 18-hole golf...