Rozhen Monastery is the biggest one in the region of Pirin Macedonia and one of the several Bulgarian medieval monasteries that have reached our days in relatively good condition. It has given the name to the village above which it was built. The monastery church, rebuilt in the period 1912-1914, is the burial place of Chieftain Yane Sandanski. Photo: BGNES
Fashion designer Violeta Ilyeva and her brand Bellora for hats and accessories is known not only in Bulgaria but abroad as well. Her hats are worn by royalties, business and art ladies and movie celebrities. Each one of them is unique and made with love. Photo: BGNES
The village of Djinot, Straldja Municipality gave the start to the Masquerade Days and the Kukeri (mummers) games. The Kukeri group of the village counts 54 performers. Photo: BTA
Spring is beautiful in Sofia. The Bulgarian capital is filled with the scent of linden trees, lilacs and tulips, and birds in the parks create real spring concerts. A delight to the senses! The central city area is adorned with..
Lent begins today. Traditionally, in the days before this period of austerity and spiritual reflection begins, Kukeri carnivals are held in many parts of the country . The village of Dedevo in the Rhodopes celebrated Zadushnitsa, or All..
March Day in Bulgaria is one of the most popular holidays for young and old. Martenitsas or Rhodope baynitsas – a symbol of hope for the good things to come By donning the red and white martenitsas, we, the Bulgarians, symbolically..
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