Sofia, Bulgaria from 85 €

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Sofia is a city with a sparkling future; it’s the energetically resilient Bulgarian capital that still revels in its own idiosyncrasies as it forges towards a more cultured and urbane existence. Dramatically ringed by the Balkan Mountains to the north and the Vitosha Mountains to the south, Sofia stands on an open plain 550m above sea level in western Bulgaria. It is this duality between urban sprawl and natural wonder that makes it a fascinating place to visit, with more to arrest the attention than many other Eastern European capitals. Development is rife and roads are mercifully being improved. It boasts boutique hotels galore and the spanking new Metro lines and stations are enough to make Western visitors look on with jealousy. Of course, the Communist influence still pervades in the streets; the country’s relatively short occupation from 1945 to 1989 is still visible in its neo-Stalinist architecture. Despite this, most of Sofia’s major tourist attractions pre-date this era. Buildings like the Aleksander Nevski Cathedral, the Central Sofia Synagogue and the Banya Bashi mosque are stark reminders of the country’s multicultural past, whilst the charming UNESCO-listed Boyana Church in the Vitosha Mountains is an absolute must-visit. Locals strike the balance between Russian insouciance and Mediterranean flare and continue to be proud up-keepers of the country’s hospitable heritage. The Bulgarian language and Cyrillic alphabet still prosper, resisting tourism’s penchant for English internationalism, which is not widely spoken outside of restaurants, shops and hotels.

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Hotel Diter 8.2 Very good

Sofia - At 1.0 km from the centreROOM ONLYul Han Asparuh 65, Sofia 1000 Standard Twin Room

A stay at Hotel Diter places you in the heart of Sofia, steps from Peyo Yavorov House-Museum and 5 minutes by foot from Sveti Sedmochislenitsi Church. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Vitoshka Boulevard and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Slaveykov Square.Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This hotel also features concierge services and a television in a common area.Make yourself at home in one of the 21 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and espresso makers. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.At Hotel Diter, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).

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