Bulgaria, Serbia & Romania

關於目的地: Sofia is a city with a sparkling future; it’s the energetically resilient Bulgarian capital that still revels in its own idiosyncrasies as it forges towards a more cultured and urbane existence. Dramatically ringed by the Balkan Mountains to the north and the Vitosha Mountains to the south, Sofia stands on an open plain 550m above sea level in western Bulgaria. It is this duality between urban sprawl and natural wonder that makes it a fascinating place to visit, with more to arrest the attention than many other Eastern European capitals. Development is rife and roads are mercifully being improved. It boasts boutique hotels galore and the spanking new Metro lines and stations are enough to make Western visitors look on with jealousy. Of course, the Communist influence still pervades in the streets; the country’s relatively short occupation from 1945 to 1989 is still visible in its neo-Stalinist architecture. Despite this, most of Sofia’s major tourist attractions pre-date this era. Buildings like the Aleksander Nevski Cathedral, the Central Sofia Synagogue and the Banya Bashi mosque are stark reminders of the country’s multicultural past, whilst the charming UNESCO-listed Boyana Church in the Vitosha Mountains is an absolute must-visit. Locals strike the balance between Russian insouciance and Mediterranean flare and continue to be proud up-keepers of the country’s hospitable heritage. The Bulgarian language and Cyrillic alphabet still prosper, resisting tourism’s penchant for English internationalism, which is not widely spoken outside of restaurants, shops and hotels.

關於目的地: Belgrade, a city of very tumultuous history, is one of the oldest cities in Europe. It was laid in ruins some sixty times, but it always rose back to its original glory. This city with a turbulent history is a vibrant party town that has charmed many visitors over time. The city lies on the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers and it where west meets east, socialist blocks are squeezed between art nouveau masterpieces, and remnants of the Habsburg legacy contrast with Ottoman relics. In the old part of town, Stari Grad, is where you find the largest part of the architectural, cultural and historical heritage of Belgrade. The National Museum of Serbia, the Ethnographic Museum and the city’s most important museum, the Residence of Princess Ljubica, are all located in the Old Town. Belgrade's top sight, Kalemegdan Fortress, is also situated in the old town above the confluence of the Danube and the Sava rivers. Kalemegdan is a huge park and fortress complex and offers a lot to see for people interested in old castle ruins or those who want to stroll and relax in a park. The grounds of the park are full of ruins, monuments, several museums and a couple of other places of interest. Don't forget to take a look at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers, and the statue of Pobednik, one of the symbols of Belgrade. Belgrade is a very vivid city, there are lots of bars, pubs, cafes and other places to hang out. The city has an exuberant cultural life, there are about 50 theatres, two major opera houses, heaps of museums, galleries, literary evenings, cultural centres and libraries. And to top it all off, Belgradians are so friendly, hospitable, chatty, warmhearted and with a great sense of humour, one can hardly feel a stranger here, somehow you blend in inevitably and you can easily find company, even if you don't seek for it.

關於目的地: "Timișoara is the capital city of Timiș County, in western Romania. One of the largest Romanian, with a population of 319,279 inhabitants. Timișoara is considered capital city of the historical region of Banat. It is the main social, economic and cultural centre in the western part of Romania. MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS • Piaţa Victoriei (Victory Square or Opera Square). It's the symbol of the Romanian revolution. Here you can find The Metropolitan Orthodox Cathedral, The Opera House, The City Hall, The Philharmonic, The Banat Museum and beautiful palaces built at the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century. • Piaţa Unirii (Union Square). With its beautiful palaces and all the coffee houses it is the old city's center. Here you find The Catholic Dome, The Baroque Palace (now a beautiful art gallery), The Serbian Church and other important buildings • Piaţa Libertăţii (Liberty Square). Located between Piata Unirii and Piata Victoriei is a small square with old buildings. Here you can find the old City Hall and the beautiful St. Nepomuk's Statue. • The Bastion. Part of Timisoara's old defensive walls. The Bastion is located near Piata Unirii, it has been recently renovated. • Parks. Timisoara is known in Romania as the City of Parks. Important parks you can visit are: Botanical Park, Rose Park, Central Park, Children's Park. • Piaţa Traian (Traian Square). This is also a part of the old city, but is more quite like a separated neighborhood, often called Fabric, due to his old factories around that used to run from old times. The buildings are beautiful, but be careful. Try not to visit the area at night. Nearby you can find Timisoreana brewery and the Setup Venue Club. • The Village Museum. Located near Padurea Verde (The Green Forest). Here you can discover the Romanian tradition. • The Zoo. Located in the same area as The Village Museum, it's a small zoo, but your children will love it. • The Museum of the Revolution."

關於目的地: Sibiu is a city in Transylvania, a historical region of Romania. Located some 275 km (171 mi) north-west of Bucharest, the city straddles the Cibin River, a tributary of the river Olt. Now the capital of the Sibiu County, between 1692 and 1791 and 1849–65 Sibiu was also the capital of the Principality of Transylvania. Nicknamed The City with Eyes, the city is a well-known tourist destination for both domestic and foreign visitors. Known for its culture, history, gastronomy and its diverse architecture, which includes its much iconic houses with eyes that gave Sibiu its nickname, the city has been getting much attention since the beginning of the 21st century. In 2004, its historical center has begun the process of becoming a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sibiu was designated the European Capital of Culture in 2007. One year later, it was ranked "Europe's 8th-most idyllic place to live" by Forbes. In 2019, Sibiu was named the European Region of Gastronomy, while in 2020 it was designated "Europe's sixth best tourist destination". Sibiu will host the European Wandering Capital event in 2021, the most important tourist wandering event in Europe. A European Union summit was hosted by the city in 2019.

關於目的地: 布加勒斯特是一个非常美丽的城市，不同建筑风格的混合是不可能的；人们可以看到哥特式和希腊东正教建筑与斯大林主义纪念碑相邻的后现代混凝土和玻璃公寓楼。与其他城市不同的是，街道结构不是平行的，而是星形的，街道就像圆形马戏团的星光，形成形状各异的街区。在 50 年代，由于法国对布加勒斯特的景观和生活方式的影响，布加勒斯特被称为小巴黎。这一时期的痕迹仍然存在于市中心的建筑、众多的户外咖啡馆中，甚至在凯旋门中，它是巴黎凯旋门的简朴复制品。布加勒斯特市中心由罗马尼亚政府所在地 Victoriei 广场和通往议会宫的大道起点 Unirii 广场之间的空间组成。在 Unirii 广场附近还有旧城中心、旧王室和标志性街道，如 Lipscani、Selari、Covaci、Gabroveni。如今，该地区拥有各种 19 世纪中叶建筑、瓦拉几亚王子中世纪宫廷遗址、教堂、银行总部、一些酒店、俱乐部、餐馆和商店。狭窄的鹅卵石街道保留着古老行会的名称。该地区大部分经过翻新，现在是城市年轻一代的聚集地。革命广场是一个双广场，里面有罗马尼亚雅典娜神庙、国家图书馆、参议院大楼和现在是艺术博物馆的旧皇宫。广场中央有一座高大的纪念碑，以纪念在革命中牺牲的烈士。布加勒斯特是一座公园之城。漫步穿过精心打理的 Cişmigiu 中央花园或巨大的 Herăstrău 公园。对于布加勒斯特人来说，他们不仅是避暑的避难所，而且是这座城市大部分社交生活的焦点。年长的养老金领取者、年轻的恋人、足球迷以及西洋双陆棋和国际象棋高手无处不在。快来凑热闹吧。