Balkan Mountains Collection

Rachenitsa Dance, 1894 by Ivan Mrkvicka (1856-1938). National Gallery Kvadrat 500, Sofia. Bulgaria

Mici, the delicious traditional sausages of Brasov, very tasty and spicy. Romania

Bulgarian kukeri masks. They are used in winter solstice festivities by dancers that accompany musicians throughout the villages, dancing rhythmically to drive away evil and invite good

T-shirts with Vladimir Putin. Sofia, Bulgaria

Statue of Sveta Sofia (Statue of Saint Sophia) by the sculptor Georgi Chapkanov, with the symbols of power (crown), fame (wreath) and wisdom (owl). Sofia, Bulgaria

Statue of Nikola Piccolo (1792-1865), Bulgarian scientist and philosopher, he had an important role on the education and spiritual development in Tarnovo. Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria

The oldest street in Veliko Tarnovo, General Gurko street, with charming old houses. Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria

The golden domes of St. Nicholas Orthodox Church. Bucharest, Romania

Elegant buildings dating back to the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century, in the old town of Bucharest. Romania

The Viscri fortified church was built by the Transylvanian Saxon community in Viscri in the 13th century. It is a Unesco World Heritage Site. Brasov County, Transylvania, Romania

The Clock Tower, dating back to the 14th century, defends the main gate to the citadel of the medieval old town. With its 64 meters of height, the tower also served as the town hall until 1556

Bran Castle dating back to the 13th century. In the beginning of the 20th century it was the royal residence of Queen Marie of Romania

Samuil, Tsar of Bulgaria (997-1014). He was born around 945. For decades Samuil has been the leading figure of the bulgarian kingdom and after his death he was crowned Tsar of Bulgaria

Tsarevets fortress and the Ascension Cathedral on the top of the hill. Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria

Vitosha Boulevard, the main pedestrian and commercial street in the centre of Sofia, full of shops, bars and restaurants. Sofia, Bulgaria

Tsarevets fortress with the remains of medieval houses and the Ascension Cathedral on the top of the hill. Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria

Internal display window inside derelict church (built 1840), Balkan Mountains, Bulgaria

Tiles of the Biserica Sfantul Spiridon Vechi (St. Spiridon Old Orthodox Church), Bucharest. Romania

Restaurant in the medieval old town inside the citadel. A Unesco World Heritage Site. Sighisoara, Transylvania. Romania

A horse and cart with a family in the Saxon village of Viscri, a Unesco World Heritage Site. Brasov county, Transylvania. Romania

Piata Mare and the Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church at dusk. Sibiu, Transylvania. Romania

Windows of a traditional house of Campanii de Sus, dating back to the 19th century. The National Village Museum (Muzeul Satului), an open-air ethnographic museum at Herastrau Park, Bucharest. Romania

Houses of Maramures. ASTRA Museum of Traditional Folk Civilization, an open-air museum outside Sibiu, Transylvania. Romania

Traditional houses in Sighisoara, Transylvania. Romania

Stavropoleos Monastery Church, an Eastern Orthodox monastery for nuns in the old town of Bucharest. Romania

Piata Sfatului (Council Square) at dusk, with the former Council House, built in 1420, in the middle. Brasov, Transylvania. Romania

Traditional house of Prahova county dating back to the 19th century. The National Village Museum (Muzeul Satului), an open-air ethnographic museum at Herastrau Park, Bucharest. Romania

Traditional house from the Carpathian region. The National Village Museum (Muzeul Satului), an open-air ethnographic museum at Herastrau Park, Bucharest. Romania

Farmhouse of Romania. ASTRA Museum of Traditional Folk Civilization, an open-air museum outside Sibiu, Transylvania. Romania

Houses and restaurants in Piata Sfatului (Council Square). Brasov, Romania

Traditional well from Maramures region. The National Village Museum (Muzeul Satului), an open-air ethnographic museum at Herastrau Park, Bucharest. Romania

Homestead of a gold ore miner. Corna, Alba county. ASTRA Museum of Traditional Folk Civilization, an open-air museum outside Sibiu, Transylvania. Romania

Traditional house in the forest. Bran, Brasov county. ASTRA Museum of Traditional Folk Civilization, an open-air museum outside Sibiu, Transylvania. Romania

Traditional russian house of Tulcea county dating back to the 19th century. The National Village Museum (Muzeul Satului), an open-air ethnographic museum at Herastrau Park, Bucharest. Romania

Traditional farmhouse of Romania. ASTRA Museum of Traditional Folk Civilization, an open-air museum outside Sibiu, Transylvania. Romania

Traditional farmhouse. Museum of Viticulture and Tree Growing, Golesti. Arges County, Romania

Detail of a house in Smardan street (Strada Smardan), the main pedestrian street in central Bucharest. Romania

Traditional farmhouse of Sebesu de Jos, Sibiu county. ASTRA Museum of Traditional Folk Civilization, an open-air museum outside Sibiu, Transylvania. Romania

Peasant homestead from Mierta-Dragu, Salaj County. ASTRA Museum of Traditional Folk Civilization, an open-air museum outside Sibiu, Transylvania. Romania

The cloisters of the Stavropoleos Monastery, an Eastern Orthodox monastery for nuns in the old town of Bucharest. Romania

Cross from Maramures. The National Village Museum (Muzeul Satului), an open-air ethnographic museum at Herastrau Park, Bucharest. Romania

Holy Trinity Church (Biserica Sfanta Treime). Sighisoara, Transylvania. Romania

Maramures wooden church. The National Village Museum (Muzeul Satului), an open-air ethnographic museum at Herastrau Park, Bucharest. Romania

Various flavours of ice cream. Sibiu, Transylvania. Romania

House in the medieval old town inside the citadel. A Unesco World Heritage Site. Sighisoara, Transylvania. Romania

Museum of Viticulture and Tree Growing, Golesti. Arges County, Romania

Cross in a crossroad. The National Village Museum (Muzeul Satului), an open-air ethnographic museum at Herastrau Park, Bucharest. Romania

Turea wooden church, Cluj County, dating back to the 18th century. The National Village Museum (Muzeul Satului), an open-air ethnographic museum at Herastrau Park, Bucharest. Romania

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Discover the enchanting beauty of the Balkan Mountains, a region rich in history and culture. Immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions as you witness the energetic Rachenitsa Dance, brought to life by Ivan Mrkvicka's masterpiece at the National Gallery Kvadrat 500 in Sofia. Indulge your taste buds with Mici, the delectable traditional sausages of Brasov, known for their tantalizing spiciness. Experience the mystical allure of Bulgarian kukeri masks, worn by dancers during winter solstice festivities. Explore Sofia's streets adorned with T-shirts featuring Vladimir Putin, reflecting both modern pop culture and political influences. Marvel at Georgi Chapkanov's Statue of Sveta Sofia and Nikola Piccolo's tribute to a renowned Bulgarian scientist and philosopher. Step back in time on General Gurko street in Veliko Tarnovo, where charming old houses line its path - a testament to its status as the oldest street in town. Witness history within an abandoned church along these mountains; its internal display window offers glimpses into forgotten times. Be captivated by Bucharest's St. Nicholas Orthodox Church with its golden domes gleaming under sunlight. Admire elegant buildings dating back centuries that stand proudly as reminders of past eras' architectural grandeur. Journey through time at Viscri fortified church, built by Transylvanian Saxons who left their mark on this picturesque village. Finally, explore Bran Castle - an iconic fortress steeped in legends from its origins dating back to the 13th century. The Balkan Mountains beckon you with their diverse wonders - from artistry and culinary delights to historical landmarks that whisper tales of ancient civilizations.