Opera performances in Bulgaria
During your stay in Sofia you can experience an unforgettable evening in the National Opera Theatre. In the elegant hall of the Opera House you will dip in the magic of sound and fascinating stage effects, while enjoying the sophisticated performances of Bulgarian artists. The National Opera Theatre offers a rich repertory of both world opera classics and famous works by Bulgarian composers. The repertory of the Ballet troupe at the National Opera Theatre includes titles from the world classics as well as modern ballet performances. On the website of the National Opera Theatre you will find the programme of the opera and ballet performances along with curious facts about the history of the Opera House, photos and news: http://www.geobiz.com/sfopera/index_en.htmlDevelopment of Bulgaria's opera and ballet art
It was after the liberation of Ottoman rule that the classical opera and ballet art was established in Bulgaria. The Opera theatre was founded in 1890, at a time when Bulgaria lived through political and economic instability, but managed to survive and, moreover, to cultivate in the Bulgarian people a fine taste for opera music. Bulgarian opera composers and singers carefully studied the traditions of the Western European and the Russian Opera Theatre and developed the unique style of the Bulgarian opera music and ballet. Thanks to the zealous efforts and the boundless creative spirit of Bulgarian musicians, the National Opera Theatre gradually gained international prestige. Today Bulgarian performers participate in guest tours worldwide and foreign world-famous artists hold performances in the hall of the Opera House. The hard economic situation in Bulgaria has influenced all spheres of culture, including the opera art. In spite of the economic difficulties the National Opera Theatre continues its activities relying on sponsorship and trying to attract young audience. The Easter Festival and the performances for the Christmas holidays with participation of Bulgarian and foreign musicians are the most exciting and the most visited musical events in the Opera Theatre.Opera performances in Plovdiv, Varna and Bourgas
Besides the performances in the National Opera Theatre in Sofia, you can enjoy an exciting opera evening in other cities in Bulgaria. If have a free evening during your stay in Plovdiv, you can visit the Plovdiv Opera House and the Plovdiv Philharmony. The Varna Days of music and the International Ballet competition take place on the stage of the Open Air Theatre in Varna. The Opera Houses in city of Bourgas and in the towns of Rousse and Stara Zagora also stage amazing opera performances.(by:
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The Expo Hotel is one of the world's largest hotel Chain situated in Sofia, offering excellent service, comfort and elegant ambience.
Location:
view the mapBest Western Hotel Expo is located not far from the city center and step away from the International Exhibition Center
Address: 149 Tzarigradsko Shose blvd., Sofia 1000, Sofia
Distance to center:
6.4km
Distance to airport:
8km
Distance to bus station:
200 m
Distance to railway station:
11km
Distance to restaurants:
4km
Distance to shops:
4km
hotel facilities:
all facilitiesAll Day Room Service Extensive laundry and dry-cleaning services Rooms for guests with disabilities Rooms / Suites for non-smokers Air-conditioning, individually controlled Baby cot Mini Bar
Airconditioning in the hotel:
yes
Safe at the reception:
yes, free
Safe in the rooms:
yes, free
Wi-Fi internet in the hotel:
yes, free
Wi-Fi internet in the rooms:
yes, free
Reception:
24 hours
Elevator:
yes
Rooms and Accommodation:
rooms detailsBest Western Hotel Expo are tailored according your needs and expectations for comfort and creative atmosphere. All accommodations are spacious and feature well-appointed mini bar,in- room safe, ice in the fridge,direct dial telephone, wireless Internet access, TV set, individually controlled air-conditioning, telephone and hairdryer in the bathroom.
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Individually controlled air-conditioning
Comlimentary Wi-Fi internet
Safety deposit box
Tea/coffee making facilities
Spacious working desk
Direct dial telephone
Hairdryer and telephone in the bathroom
Bathtub equipped bathroom
Complimentary use of gym facilities and sauna
Room Service
Minibar
Access to business lounge
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Executive Rooms in Best Western Plus Hotel Expo - spacious, filled with daylight, elegantly arranged, cozy and comfortable, our executive rooms offer executive experience by the comfortable, up to standard, queen size bed, the spacious working desk and many more...
Individually controlled air-conditioning
Complimentary Wi-Fi internet
Safety deposit Box
Tea/coffee making facilities
Spacious working desk
Direct dial telephone
Hairdryer and telephone in the bathroom
Bathtub equipped bathroom
Complimantary use of gym facilities and sauna
Room service
Minibar
Access to business lounge
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The Executive Suites in Best Western Plus Hotel Expo are spacious, filled with light, elegantly arranged, and specially decorated for your comfort.Comfortable queen size beds and additional bathroom in Executive Suite are just some of the adding value features. For you, our Executive Suites residents, we kindly offer upgraded cosmetics, separate seating areas with sofa.
Individually controlled air-conditioning
Complimentary Wi-Fi internet
HD TV
Safety deposit box
Tea/coffee making facilities
Spacious working desk
Direct dial telephone
Hairdryer and telephone in the bathroom
Bathtub equipped bathroom
Complimentary use of gym facilities and sauna
Room service
Minibar
Access to business lounge
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The Executive Suites in Best Western Plus Hotel Expo are spacious, filled with light, elegantly arranged, and specially decorated for your comfort.Comfortable queen size beds and additional bathroom in Executive Suite are just some of the adding value features. For you, our Executive Suites residents, we kindly offer upgraded cosmetics, separate seating areas with sofa.
Individually controlled air-conditioning
Complimentary Wi-Fi internet
HD TV
Safety deposit box
Tea/coffee making facilities
Spacious working desk
Direct dial telephone
Hairdryer and telephone in the bathroom
Bathtub equipped bathroom
Complimentary use of gym facilities and sauna
Room service
Minibar
Access to business lounge
COMMUNITY REVIEWS
+ Review by Leone Pellegrina
28.04.2009 03:13
Type of traveller:
business traveller
The Stay Hotel Expo Center
Me and my partners stayd for 3 nights in Best Western Hotel Expo.
The room was nice and big although you could't open the window.
The worst part was the location... far from the city... really long way.
After all it was a medium hotel with good rooms ...
+ Review by Stan Streason
21.10.2006 01:29
Type of traveller:
friends/company on a holiday
The Stay Hotel Expo Center
My adult son and I stayed here for 2 nights. We were in Sofia to watch football and we have stayed in some poor hotels throughout Europe whilst doing this, yet this was a pleasant surprise.
Modern and functional with a perfectly acceptable bar area the ...
+ Review by Jeremiah
07.10.2006 04:38
The Stay Hotel Expo Center
This Hotel is awsome and recommended!
+ Review by MacKenzie
18.04.2006 11:55
The Stay Hotel Expo Center
The hotel was cold, bedroom,dinning room and halls. Jackets were needed in the dinning room. The staff were very attentive and friendly. We are Scottish and don't normally feel the cold but this spoilt our stay.
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