Located at the foot of Mount Vitosha in the western part of the country, Sofia occupies a strategic position at the centre of the Balkan Peninsula. Sofia's history spans 2,400 years. Sofia has been ranked by the Globalization and World Cities Research Network as a Beta? city.
Its ancient name Serdica derives from the local Celtic tribe of the Serdi who established the town in the 5th century BC. Discover a guided sightseeing tour visit of St. George Rotunda, St. Sofia Church, Alexander Nevski Cathedral. Walking sightseeing tour in the center of the city