Cultural Tour of Sofia

The Genome Architecture and Function Workshop agenda includes unformal discussions during a half-day cultural tour of Sofia. On Thursday afternoon, June 8th the attendees can join a curated tour of a selection of culturally interesting local sites. The tour is optional and there is a participation fee.

The tour will explore some of the most significant historical landmarks in the city, including St. Nedelya Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the Eastern gate of the fortress of Serdica, the Presidency, the Council of Ministers, and the National Theatre. Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to enter the crypts of the St. Sofia and St. Alexander Nevski churches. 

Schedule

13.50 – 14:00 Gathering in the lobby of Sofia Hotel Balkan

14.00 – 17.30 Walking tour along the central part of Sofia incl. visit of crypts of St. Sofia and St. Alexander Nevski

17.30 – 18.00 End of the tour – back to Sofia Hotel Balkan 

Participation Fee

The participation fee is: 30 USD/ 28 EUR / 53 BGN

Payment is in cash.

We would appreciate it if you would pay the exact amount of cash!

Payment and Registration for the tour

We would kindly like to ask you to reserve your spot by paying the participation fee on Monday 05th June from 17:30 – 18:00 (after the poster session) at the Registration desk of the meeting, 2nd floor .