Sofia - Post Report Question and Answers
Is this a "shopping post"? Are there interesting handicrafts, artwork, antiques, or other items that people typically buy there?
No, not really. - Jun 2023
I wouldn’t consider this a “shopping post,” but Bulgarian embroidery is well known and their Rose oil is ranked as one of, if not, best in the world. There are plenty of wood carvings and paintings sold around the city, but don’t get scammed with a knock off import. - Mar 2019
Travel! Pottery and rose oil and other rose products, food at restaurants. Artwork and framing are popular items as well. - May 2016
Not much. - Nov 2014
Famous with rose oil, which I hate it.. - Aug 2014
There are nice rugs, ceramic pots and pans, and some woodcarvings. Christian Orthodox icons are also nice. - Jun 2011
Pottery, rose oil is the most widely produced in Bulgaria out of any other country in the world. - Oct 2009
There are lovely wooden handricafts and clay pots in the countryside. The wine is of very good quality. - Feb 2008
