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| updated on 9/2/19 3:48 PM


The emblematic monument “Mother Bulgaria” in the central part of Veliko Tarnovo is undergoing restoration and repair works. The monument is to be put in its best shape for the coming Unification Day.  Photo: BTA


The “Seaside Casino” cultural center in the Black Sea city of Burgas is the venue of an exhibition of over 200 model boats. The small-scale vessels are made by the participants in the European Championship for desktop ship modeling class C models from 16 countries.  Photo: BTA


Hundreds of citizens of Plovdiv gathered on the south bank of the Maritsa River in Plovdiv for the first “Day of the River”. The event is organized on the occasion of the fifth anniversary since Plovdiv was proclaimed European Capital of Culture. Throughout the day people enjoyed various sports events, a lot of music and dances.  Photo: BTA


“Chernomorets Burgas” Yacht Club played host, for the tenth year in a row, to a kite regatta. The attractive event brought together kite-boarders from all over the country. The competition took place at Burgas Beach. The BLACK SEA KITE CUP 2019 event is part of the sports calendar of the Bulgarian Yachting Federation.  Photo: BTA


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