Organized by:
The European Forum of the International Bar Association
The Legal Development Foundation
With the Kind Support of:
Supreme Bar Council of Republic of Bulgaria
Sofia Sightseeing Tour
November 5, 2008
14.00 - 17.00 h(with visit of Boyana Church and the National Museum of History)
Sofia is located in the Sofia valley at the foot of Vitosha Mountain (2280 m). The town came into being in the 8th - 7th century B.C. around a mineral spring, which is now in the centre of the city. "Ever Growing, Never Ageing" is its motto and since 1879 Sofia has been the capital of Bulgaria.Over 250 archaeological, historical and cultural monuments that the Thracians, Romans, Byzantines, Slavs, Proto-Bulgarians and Turks created are part of the cityscape. Some of the main attractions today are the Alexander Nevski Cathedral, the Ivan Vazov National Theatre, the Churches St. Sofia and St. George, the St.Nikolai Russian Church, the Sofia University, and the Parliament building.
Situated at the foot of Vitosha mountain, Boyana Church is one of the Bulgarian monuments included in the World Heritage List of UNESCO. Its frescoes dating back to 1259 are among the most valuable works of medieval European painting for their vivid use of Renaissance techniques and motifs.
Buses will depart from Sheraton Sofia Hotel Balkan.
Price: 40 EUR
(transport, guide, museum fees and VAT included)
The price is calculated for a group of min. 7 persons and is subject to change for a smaller group. Individual requests for a different date can be accommodated.
