Twenty two photographs showing the beauty and charm of wild nature are arranged by the entrance lane of the Seaside Garden in the city of Varna. The photos are works of wildlife and travel photographer Marco Urso. They are taken across four continents in the course of the last few years. Photo: BTA

One of the first Bulgarian stray animal shelters in Bulgaria – the Farm, built near Sofia with donations from thousands of people, now offers a novelty. It has a “Happy zone” made for free playing of the pets. It allows visitors or people intending to adopt a pet to communicate with the dogs in a friendly environment. On the other hand, the animals are more relaxed and learning how to communicate with people becomes easier, making adoption more probable. Photo: BGNES

Some of the best carving masters in Bulgaria joined the Festival of Watermelon. The event opened in the seaside park of the city of Varna. In this year’s edition there is no special theme set for the participants, in order to allow them set free all their imagination. Photo: BTA

The artistic quarters of the city of Plovdiv, popularly known as KAPANA (the trap) attracts citizens of the place and many guests with its cozy little cafes and diners and the picturesque narrow streets. Photo: BTA