Sofia is the national capital city of Bulgaria. A walk through the city provides glimpses into its colourful past. You can see Eastern-influenced Turkish architecture, Western-style baroque buildings and communist blocks all enmeshed in a dynamic European capital city. Sofia is a delight not only for history and culture aficionados, but it also provides many interesting activities for outdoor enthusiasts as well. Apart from big parks and forest areas intertwined in the city, it boasts of a ski resort atop the mighty Mount Vitosha, which is a short ride away.

Sofia has a modern and efficient public transport system consisting of trams, subway, busses and trolleys. Driving a car here, much like most capital cities around the world, is not a pleasant experience due to heavy traffic. However, riding a bicycle is a great way to explore the centre of the city. Bicycles can be rented in many places across the city for a nominal price.

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