Vitosha Boulevard

According to the latest report from Cushman & Wakefield, Vitosha Boulevard in Sofia, also known as Vitoshka, ranks 51st among the world's most prestigious shopping streets in its Main Streets Across the World 2024 report.

"Book Alley" will return to Sofia from September 9 to 15, taking place along Vitosha Boulevard and in the park in front of the National Palace of Culture (NDK).

Vitosha Boulevard in Sofia ranks 51st among Europe's most expensive shopping streets, according to a study by an international consulting firm. Rents on this main shopping street have increased by 4% year-on-year, reaching an average of 54 euros per square meter. Interest in Vitosha Boulevard primarily comes from restaurants and bars, a trend observed for several years.

bTV reported that following recent measures to widen bicycle lanes and increase parking spaces by narrowing "Vitosha" Blvd. and "Patriarch Evtimiy" Blvd., authorities in Sofia are now planning to convert a section of another prominent boulevard into a pedestrian zone. The targeted area is the final segment of "Al Stamboliyski" Blvd. in front of "Sveta Nedelya" square.

As Sofia marks 145 years since its declaration as the capital of Bulgaria, the capital municipality is abuzz with celebrations commemorating this historic milestone.

A post circulating on social media platforms accompanied by a video has stirred controversy, alleging an attack on young boys and a girl in the heart of Sofia. According to the information shared, a group of 11 individuals of Arab origin reportedly assaulted the youths on Vitosha Boulevard in Sofia, hours before International Women's Day on March 8.

In a show of support for the Palestinian people and a plea for peace, Sofia witnessed a march that initially intended to commence from the National Palace of Culture. However, due to heightened police presence, participants gathered at the start of the pedestrian section of Vitosha Boulevard.

Those joining the peace march shared their sentiments:

In my opinion, Bulgaria is one of Europe's most overlooked nations. Vacationers who select Bulgaria often overlook the country's other natural wonders in favor of its Black Sea shoreline. However, there is a wide variety of sights to see in Bulgaria, and the list of top tourist destinations is lengthy.

A record number of publishing houses - 122, are participating in the "Book Alley" opening today in Sofia. The tents are located in the pedestrian area of ​​Vitosha Boulevard and the park in front of the National Palace of Culture (NDK).

Vitosha Boulevard, known as "Vitoshka" among the capital's residents, has climbed the ranking of the most expensive streets in Europe, according to a list of a US real estate company.

With a monthly rent of 56 euros per square meter, Sofia's shopping street reached 46th place in the survey, moving one place higher than last year's ranking.