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Overview of Sofia

A September 2007 trip to Sofia by amayzng

Quote: First impressions from a first visit to this interesting and proud city.
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Overview of Sofia Best of IgoUgo

Overview

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Sofia is a city of paradoxes. There are many beautiful and ancient churches throughout the city, and yet, the peoples of Sofia appear to be urbane and trendy. Additionally, it is clear that there have been some growing pains in the transition from 40 years of Soviet domination to the recent joining of the European Union. Shells of buildings stand next to glimmering glass shops and apartments. The Soviet monument in the Utzen Plaza is slowly crumbling to the ground, and just in front of it are amazing fountains and the Sky Plaza. For the most part, the people of Sofia are some of the nicest and most honest citizens I have ever met. So, in a nutshell, the city boasts history, culture, shopping, ex...Read More

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