Sofia Collection (#13)

Leo tolstoy with his wife sofia tolstoya, yasnaya polyana, 1907

Leo tolstoy with his wife sofia andreyevna in the garden at yasnaya polyana in 1910

Bulgaria, Relief Map With Border and Mask
Relief map of Bulgaria (with border and mask). This image was compiled from data acquired by landsat 5 & 7 satellites combined with elevation data

Bronze deer from Sevlievo
Prehistory: Bulgaria - Iron Age. Bronze deer coming from Sevlievo

SOFIA telescope model C016 / 6359
SOFIA telescope model. SOFIA is the Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy. It is a 2.5-metre infrared telescope that is flown in its 747SP aircraft to the stratosphere

Aleksander Nevski Memorial Church, Sofia, Bulgaria, Europe

Ivan Vazov National Theatre, Sofia, Bulgaria, Europe

Sofia Monument, Sofia, Bulgaria, Europe

Former Communist Party House, Sofia, Bulgaria, Europe

CALATRAVA, Santiago (1951). Reina Sofia Palace

ROSALES, Eduardo (1836-1873). The Presentation of de Don Juan de Austria to Charles V in Yuste. 1869. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. Madrid. Reina Sofia Art Centre National Museum

SPAIN. Madrid. Reina Sofia Art Centre National Museum. Enlargement of the Centro de Arte Reina Sof� work by Jean Nouvel. Architecture

Night view of Alexander Nevski Cathedral, Sofia, Bulgaria

Old City Baths, Sofia, Bulgaria

Europe, Bulgaria
Embassy of Austria in Sofia, Bulgaria

Russian Church (St. Nikolai), Sofia, Bulgaria

Sofia, Bulgaria - Boulevard Dondoukoff Date: 1910

Jupiter, first SOFIA image
Focussing Jupiter. A SOFIA infrared image with FORCAST instrument (19.7, 31.5 and 37.1 micrometer wavelength). SOFIA - the flying 2, 7m mirrors observatory onboard an Boeing 7747 SP

SOFIA airborne observatory installed in its 747SP aircraft. The mounting structure (blue) is at upper left. SOFIA is the Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy

SOFIA airborne observatory aircraft. SOFIA is the Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy. It is a 2.5-metre infrared telescope that is flown in its 747SP aircraft to the stratosphere

SOFIA airborne observatory in flight
SOFIA - the flying 2, 7m mirror observatory onboard an Boeing 7747 SP. The first light pictures were taken on May 26, 2010 of planet Jupiter and M82 galaxy

Gilded domes, Church of St. Nicholas the Miracle Maker (The Russian Church), Sofia, Bulgaria, Europe

Aleksandur Nevski Memorial Church, Ploshtad Aleksandur Nevski Place, Boulevard Moskovska Oborishte, Sofia, Bulgaria, Europe

Floodlit National Assembly Building, Ploshtad National Assembly Square, Sofia, Bulgaria, Europe

Flower bed in gardens with Church of St. Nicholas the Miracle Maker (The Russian Church), behind, Boulevard Tsar Osvoboditel, Sofia, Bulgaria, Europe

Gagarin post-flight tour, Bulgaria, 1961
Gagarin post-flight tour, Bulgaria. Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin (1934-1968) holding in his hands a dove presented to him by Bulgarian Young Pioneers. The dove is an international symbol of peace

Promotional card for Aegean Sea Cruise line
A promotional postcard for an Italian Aegean Sea Cruise Line. The liner is the Albano, under the command of Captain Persich

St Sophia Cathedral, Tobolsk, Russia
View of the Russian Orthodox Cathedral of St Sophia, with a belfry on the right, in Tobolsk, Siberia, Russia. The building was completed in 1686

The five crown princes of the Danube and Balkans
The crown princes of the Danube and Balkans kingdoms convening in Sofia- from left to right: Prince Alexandre of Serbia, Prince Boris of Bulgaria, Prince Constantin of Greece

Queen Astrid of Belgium with Leopold III
Astrid of Sweden (Astrid Sofia Lovisa Thyra of Sweden) (1905 - 1935) was the Queen consort of Leopold III of Belgium. Pictured departing Genoa for Indo-China (via Suez), 11th January 1932

Bulgarian Army Parade 1939
Tanks of the Bulgarian Army parade before King Boris III on the Bulgarian National Holiday on 9th May 1939 in the square in front of the Bulgarian Parliament Building in Sofia, Bulgaria

Hiking on the Vitosha, Bulgaria
Vitosha - a mountain massif, on the outskirts of Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. The Vitosha is one of the tourist landmarks of Sofia and provides a fantastic site for hiking

Peasant Costume near Sofia, Bulgaria
Traditional Peasant Costume worn by a woman near Sofia, Bulgaria

Kitchen scene, Sofia, Bulgaria
A Bulgarian woman baking a cake in a kitchen in Sofia, Bulgaria

The Parliament Square, Sofia, Bulgaria

Milkman with his Donkey - Sofia, Bulgaria

Alexander Deposed I
Russian agents storm the palace at Sofia and abduct prince Alaxander, of German Battenberg family. He will abdicate, then be reinstated, then abdicate again

Alexander Deposed 5
Prince Alexander is rescued from his abductors and returns to Sofia where is welcomed home by his subjects : but he will soon abdicate again, voluntarily this time

Ferdinand at Sofia
Ferdinand of Saxe-Coburg, appointed prince, opens parliament at Sofia and is hailed by the delegates : he will rule until 1918 when he will abdicate

Suburbs of Sofia, Bulgaria, Europe

Aleksander Nevski church market, Sofia, Bulgaria, Europe

National Assembly and Tsar Osvoboditel statue, Sofia, Bulgaria, Europe

Icons at Aleksander Nevski church market, Sofia, Bulgaria, Europe

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"Sofia: A City of Rich Cultural Heritage and Iconic Figures" Discover the vibrant city of Sofia, where history and art intertwine seamlessly. Immerse yourself in the captivating Rachenitsa Dance, a traditional Bulgarian folk dance that showcases the country's lively spirit. Admire Ivan Mrkvicka's masterpiece, "Rachenitsa Dance, 1894, " displayed at the National Gallery Kvadrat 500 in Sofia. Step into Bulgaria's Jewish heritage by visiting the magnificent Sofia Synagogue, built in 1909 and considered Europe's second-largest Sephardic Synagogue. Marvel at its architectural grandeur while delving into centuries-old traditions. Experience Easter like never before with Sofia's painted eggs, a cherished Bulgarian tradition that adds color to this enchanting European city. Stroll along Tsar Osvoboditel Street and immerse yourself in its bustling atmosphere as you explore shops, cafes, and historical landmarks. Even international icons find solace in Sofia. The legendary Sophia Loren graces London with her presence to promote her latest book from her elegant hotel suite. Her timeless beauty mirrors the allure of this remarkable city. Witness love unite nations through Princess Sophia of Greece's marriage to Don Juan Carlos of Spain—a testament to diplomacy and cultural exchange. Celebrate their union amidst Sofia's rich tapestry of history. Find solace within spirituality at the revered Saint Sophia Church—the oldest church in Sofia—where ancient walls whisper stories of faith throughout time. Pay homage to those lost during one of humanity’s darkest chapters at the Holocaust Monument nearby. Sofia extends beyond borders as South Nicosia gazes towards North Nicosia on Greek Cyprus—an emblematic connection between two cultures united by geography yet divided politically. Immerse yourself further into Sofia’s artistic realm by attending performances at Ivan Vasov National Theatre or taking a leisurely stroll through City Garden Park—a haven for nature lovers.