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About Sofia
Bulgaria's capital is a fusion of old and new, with historic churches and Soviet remnants alongside modern amenities, parks, and galleries.
Sofia is the capital and largest city of Bulgaria and is the 15th largest city in the European Union. The city is located at the foot of Vitosha Mountain in the western part of the country, within less than 50km drive from the Serbian border. Its location in the center of the Balkan peninsula means that it is the midway between the Black Sea and the Adriatic Sea, whereas the Aegean Sea is the closest to it. Sofia has been an area of human habitation since at least 7000BCE and is Europe's second-oldest city. Among its many attractions you may find the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, National Art Gallery, Natural History Museum, palaces, churches, and much more.
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Novotel Sofia
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The stylishly and contemporary designed Novotel Sofia is adjacent to The Mall on Tsarigradsko Shose Boulevard, 10 metres from the European Trade Centre and 15 minutes walking distance from Sofia Tech Park and Arena Armeec. It showcases a fitness center, a steam bath, and a restaurant with summer terrace serving international cuisine. Free high-speed WiFi connection is available. Sofia Airport and the center of the city are a 10-minute drive away, with a shuttle service to the airport available for an additional fee.
The spacious, air-conditioned rooms at the Novotel Sofia Hotel feature a flat-screen LED TV with satellite channels, free coffee and mineral water and a modern-style bathroom. Most rooms offer panoramic views of the city or Vitosha Mountain.
The Novotel Sofia features a 24-hour reception, a business centre, and a children’s playground. Massages are available on request.
Free private parking is provided for guests. The Inter Expo Centre is 3.2 km away and can be easily reached by car or taxi. Read more...
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Attractions in Sofia
- National Archaeological Museum, Sofia
- Church of St. Petka of the Saddlers, Sofia
- National Art Gallery, Sofia
- Historic Center, Sofia
- National History Museum, Sofia
- Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Sofia
- St. George's Rotunda, Sofia
- Kambanite (The Bells) Park, Sofia
- Sofia Zoo
- Russian Church, Sofia
- Earth and Man National Museum, Sofia
- Sofia Synagogue
- National Palace of Culture, Sofia
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