145 Bulgaria; An Ounce of Prevention

10/08/2008 53 min

        145 Bulgaria; An Ounce of Prevention

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Caught in the cultural crosshairs of Europe, Bulgaria is emerging as one of Eastern Europe's bargains. Travelers to Bulgaris can expect Ancient Byzantine and Ottoman influences and experience Mummers and midwives keeping traditions dating back to the ancient Thracians and Romans times alive. Rick also takes a house call from the travel doctor, who offers preventive advice for the long plane ride overseas and visiting the third world. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.