Places to visit in Dimitrovgrad for offbeat travelers

Among all the things other things to do, a road trip to Bulgaria is highly recommended for offbeat travelers. While the capital city Sofia is well-known for its beautiful landmarks and old-school cafes, the other hand Dimitrovgrad is well-known for its buildings with traditional Roman architecture.

One of the best ways to explore Bulgaria is traveling through the country via road. Most tourists planning on going on a road trip through the country usually rent a car from Sofia airport. Several car rental outlets offer cars for rent to interested tourists.  

In this write-up, we will focus on exploring the beauty of the Dimitrovgrad and work as an unofficial guide to the city landmarks. 

Landmarks of Dimitrovgrad

Dimitrovgrad is one of the modern cities of Bulgaria, founded in 1947, representing the communist regime, which slowly gave way to socialist tones. The city has played an outstanding role in the life and political structure of the country and helped in giving Bulgaria its present form. The urban architecture of the city is truly eye-catching. 

Here is a list of popular landmarks of the city: 

1. Historical Museum of Dimitrovgrad

Address: Dimitrovgrad, Sv.KlimentOhridski St 7, Bulgaria

Opening time: 9.30 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. (Monday to Friday), 10.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. (Sunday and Saturday)

Entry fee: BGN 2 (US$1.21) for adults, BGN 1(US$ 0.61) for a child, free entry for differently-abled guests

One of the biggest attractions of Dimitrovgrad, the Historical Museum is home to some most fascinating relics of the country. The multistoried building is divided into different sections based on a specific theme. While the Youth Brigade Movement in Bulgaria 1946-1988 exhibition contains maps, rare photographs, and letters retelling the events that led to the movement, the Archeology Hall contains relics dating back to as far as the Neolithic period. Overall, the museum is recommended for history buffs. 

2. Park PenyoPenev

Address: 6404 Dimitrovgrad, Bulgaria 

Opening time: Open 24 hours 

Entry fee: Free 

The small but tidy PenyoPenev Park is a beautiful landmark and a sigh of relief to the sore eyes. Being a green space, the park is visited by the locals’ post sundown. It is a part of the community gathering and a popular hangout zone for the millennials. The park is recommended for tourists who want to explore the local culture. 

3. Monument of the Holy Mother of God

Address: 6302 Yamacha, Haskovo, Bulgaria

Opening time: 8.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m.

Entry fee: BGN 3 (US$2.21)

Around 30 km (18.6 miles) from the Dimitrovgrad city center, the venue is a popular landmark in the region. The monument houses one of the largest statues of the Virgin Mary holding Jesus. Being 14m (46ft) in height, the statue is a popular landmark of the city. It is interesting to note that the Virgin Mary is the patron saint of the region. 

Conclusion, 

Offbeat tourists planning on exploring the city and countryside of Bulgaria via road, then renting a car from trusted tourist agencies could an option. Val & Kar offers to rent a car Sofia airport to explore the country. To know more, visit http://www.val-kar.com/en/ or call 3598-786-66944.

Driving safety in Bulgaria – A Guide for Overseas Tourists

Bulgaria, located on the Mediterranean tip of Europe, is a beautiful country away from the maddening touristy crowd. Tourists can hire a vehicle from the car rentals in Sofia (the Bulgarian capital) and explore this stunning nation with ease. There are several car rental agencies available including Val & Kar, Europcar, Sixt, etc. that offer quality vehicles on rent.

Since, Bulgaria is a right-hand drive country (a point we will cover in the later part of the write-up) most motorists might find it a slight adjustment issue.  Also, drivers as well as co-passengers (even the ones sitting in the backseat) should wear seat belts throughout the journey. There are such smaller pointers

1. Rules of the road

As mentioned earlier, Bulgaria is right-hand drive nation. In short, you drive on the right side of the road and overtake from the left.

Also, drinking and driving is a serious offence in the country. The acceptable blood alcohol content (BAC) is 50MG in Bulgaria, and driver with higher BAC are either heavily fined or can be awarded jail time.

Remember to wear the seat belts all the time while on the road, even when you are sitting on the back seat.

For driving on the Bulgarian roads, you will need valid credentials including – driving license and international driving permit (for international tourists).

For intercity trips, the vignette sticker is a must. Most rental cars come fitted with these stickers, but cross checking them before getting into the car is always recommended.

2. Parking fee and signs

Usually, in the metropolis paid parking is available. The parking zones are divided into different sections – blue and green. Each section has a separate parking time limit and fee. Failure to pay the parking fee on time can get the driver fined or the car can get towed away.

3. Getting petrol from known petrol chains

While driving through the various cities of Bulgaria, you will come across different petrol stations of the road. Most travelers recommend stopping at well-known chains for petrol. Also, most petrol pumps accept payments in Euros. But remember to verify how much you are paying at the cash register. Tally with the daily rates and make the payments accordingly.

These safety measures keep you safe from road hazards while you explore the beautiful countryside of Bulgaria. You can go for car rentals Sofia agency, Val & Kar, for the job. To know more, visit http://www.val-kar.com/en/ or call 3598-786-66944.