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The “cheapest” country in Europe has been named where rent costs less than \u00a3200 per month and meals out cost just \u00a35.<\/p>\n
Bulgaria is a top pick for budget-friendly European holidays, and it’s easy to see why.<\/p>\n
It may not be as well-known as Greece, but it offers beautiful beaches, historic towns, ancient ruins, and vibrant cities – all at a much lower cost.<\/p>\n
Despite being mostly undiscovered by travelers, Bulgaria is a popular choice for an affordable summer holiday by the Black Sea.<\/p>\n
The beach break here costs much less than in countries like Italy, Spain, or Greece.<\/p>\n
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Plus, the Varna region, which borders the Black Sea, boasts many relaxed beach resorts and charming towns.<\/p>\n
Visiting Bulgaria out of season can be even cheaper, and there’s still plenty to do.<\/p>\n
The Central Balkan National Park is perfect for hiking and enjoying panoramic views, while the mountains are great for winter skiing.<\/p>\n
Don’t miss… <\/strong> There are also many cultural and historical rural towns to explore.<\/p>\n Sofia is the capital of Bulgaria which is popular for city breaks year round.<\/p>\n Bulgaria is also known for its inexpensive ski resort in wintertime.<\/p>\n Borovets is a ski resort in southwest Bulgaria, offering 52km of pistes and set among the mountains in Rila National Park at an altitude of 1,390m.<\/p>\n Follow our social media accounts here on facebook.com\/ExpressUSNews\u00a0
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