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As of today, a transformative policy takes effect at Istanbul's iconic Hagia Sophia, introducing a 25 euro entrance fee for foreign tourists, according to BGNES.
In a bid to distinguish between pilgrims and cultural tourists, a dedicated ticket booth is being established. The initiative also encompasses enhanced security measures, including the installation of cameras and advanced fire detection and emergency notification systems.
A strategic approach involves separate entrances for pilgrims and tourists, ensuring a seamless experience for both. Tourists will be equipped with a QR code application providing information in 23 languages through mobile phone headphones, minimizing disruptions to pilgrims.
This innovative visitor management plan aims to eliminate long queues at the historic temple, promising a more organized and enriching experience for all.
During the upcoming summer tourist season, police officers from Romania, Germany, and Poland will assist their Bulgarian colleagues in maintaining public order across resorts along the Black Sea
Minister of Tourism Miroslav Borshosh announced that work has begun on the creation of a tourist police in Bulgaria
For the fifth consecutive night, Istanbul has been gripped by violent protests following the arrest of Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu
Mass protests erupted in Istanbul on Thursday following the arrest of the city's mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu
Turkish police detained Ekrem Imamoglu, the Mayor of Istanbul and main political rival to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan
Travel agency GoVola reports a significant increase in travel bookings among Bulgarian tourists, with January emerging as the most cost-effective time to secure flights
The European Commission has highlighted the significant economic benefits of Bulgaria and Romania’s full integration into the Schengen Area
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov commented on the failure of the planned foreign minister-level peace talks on Ukraine, originally scheduled to be held in London
The European Commission has issued fines totaling €700 million to U.S. tech giants Apple and Meta
A Russian drone attack on Marhanets, located in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, resulted in at least nine deaths and over 30 injuries on April 23, 2025
US President Donald Trump has indicated a possible softening of his trade stance with China
Christo Grozev, a Bulgarian investigative journalist, testified before the European Parliament's special committee for the protection of European democracy
Google Street View Cars Return to Bulgaria for Major Mapping Update
Housing Prices Soar in Bulgaria’s Major Cities as Demand and Supply Strain Increase
