Travel Documentary, Bulgaria 2024. 🇧🇬 Bulgaria is a country that’s often MISUNDERSTOOD, OVERSHADOWED by stereotypes that don’t capture its true essence. Located in Southeast Europe, bordered by Romania, Serbia, North Macedonia, Greece, Turkey, and the Black Sea, Bulgaria is home to over 6 million people. While it faces challenges, including being the poorest nation in the European Union, it’s a place rich in history, culture, and hospitality.
Join us as we journey through Sofia, Bulgaria's vibrant capital. The city is a fascinating mix of Ottoman, Soviet, and European influences, and we begin our exploration with a surprising ride on the efficient metro system. We stroll through Zhenski Pazar, one of Sofia’s oldest markets, and witness the multicultural society that gives the city its unique character. The Roma community, often marginalized, plays a vital role in Sofia’s culture, adding color and life to the city’s streets.
Beyond Sofia’s landmarks, like the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the Bulgarian Parliament, the National Palace of Culture or Vitosha Boulevard, we venture into neighborhoods where Soviet-era apartment blocks ("panelki") still house the majority of Bulgarians, giving us a real insight into everyday life.
No trip to Bulgaria would be complete without tasting its delicious food. We visit local cafés and restaurants in search of Bulgarian cuisine (shopska, kachamak, sarma kaltsanitsa, palačinke, etc.).
Yes, the challenges Bulgaria faces are undeniable. With an average monthly salary around 600 euros, emigration is a growing issue as many young Bulgarians seek better opportunities abroad. The country is shrinking rapidly, with its population decreasing. But Bulgarians continue to fight for a brighter future! Although Bulgaria’s past as a communist state still affects its present, it is slowly finding its place in the European Union.
For those willing to dig a little deeper, Bulgaria offers heart-warming experiences and encounters that redefine what it means to travel in Europe.
00:00 - Intro
00:18 - Sofia’s Metro
01:05 - Street Musicians (Roma & Sinti)
01:54 - Mosque & Public Bathhouse
02:22 - Bulgarian Traditions (Drinking Habits, Souvenirs)
04:12 - Zhenski Pazar (Interesting Encounter!)
06:20 - Lions' Bridge
06:51 - Bulgaria’s Roma Community
08:02 - Bulgarian Parliament
08:46 - Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
09:49 - Alexander II Monument (Russian Tsar)
11:03 - Meeting Sofia's Youth
12:16 - National Palace of Culture
13:29 - Vitosha Boulevard
14:22 - Traditional Bulgarian Food
15:25 - Residential Neighborhoods
18:08 - Communist-Era Apartment Blocks (Normal Life)
18:43 - Drone Flights Over Sofia & Life
19:47 - Sweet Break (Palačinke)
20:45 - Roma Settlement
21:52 - Traditional Bulgarian Restaurant & Food
23:00 - Conclusion
24:22 - Extra Outtakes
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With love and gratitude,
Nicole & Roberto
Travel vlog documentary 33 | Filmed May 2024
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