PhotoSynthesis Sofia
A place for ideas... and coffee
Yana from Sofia
PhotoSynthesis has grown into one of the biggest photography hubs in Sofia. It started as a shop for equipment and accessories but in recent years has expanded into much more than that.
In addition to selling new and used gear, they offer high-quality printing services, photography courses and advice. A gallery which regularly hosts contemporary photography exhibitions is situated in a building just next door. A glass-roof bar right between the shop and the gallery offers a nice place to mingle with the many amateur and professional photographers who come here to work or simply have a drink.
The cafe right above the shop is the best place to write, read or just relax. You can spend a long afternoon going through the many photo albums in the small library just opposite the coffee bar. If you happen to be in Sofia in November/December, you might be lucky enough to catch the photography bazaar at the bar, where you can buy the works of some of the best contemporary Bulgarian photographers.
PhotoSynthesis is a great place if you are a photography lover, or even if, just like me, you simply enjoy people-watching - the strategic location and huge windows of the 2nd floor cafe make it perfect for this purpose.
Working hours:
Shop: Mon - Fri 09:30 - 20:30; Sat 10:00 - 19:30
Gallery: Mon - Fri 10:00 - 18:00
Bar & Cafe: Mon - Sat 09:00 - 22:00
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