A team of archeologists headed by Maya Martinova started new excavations and research on the Eastern Gate of Philipopolis in Plovdiv. In August the site was handed over for management to Plovdiv Municipality. The goal of the excavations is to fully unearth and restore the gate at its best, and prepare it for display for tourists. Photo: BTA
The National Military University in Veliko Tarnovo launched a ceremony for the 180 fist-year cadets, who took their military oath. Photo: BTA
Some 135 000 citizens and guests in Varna have visited the local zoo from the start of the year through end-September. The number of visitors is by 6 000 more on the same period of last year. Photo: BGNES
The Haskovo Multiprofile Hospital for Active Treatment received, under a project of the Healthcare Ministry, a set of life-saving equipment for the childbirth ward for premature babies. The most important apparatus is a transport incubator with integrated respirator and a monitor for intensive therapy of newborn babies. The hospital ahs also received cuffeys for special care for newborns, infusion pumps; monitors for observation of vital functions and lamps for photo-therapy. Photo: BTA
The dry and hot weather does not favor farmers, but it helps salt farmers - the people who mine salt near the Black Sea coast. Salt production is one of the oldest activities in Pomorie. The Pomorie salt pans has been existing since the 5th century BC...
Rila is among the most attractive Bulgarian mountains, both for Bulgarians and for guests from abroad. The highest peak not only in Bulgaria, but also on the Balkan Peninsula - Musala (2925 m) is located here, as the name means "close to God"...
Summer is the perfect time for relaxation and fun, and Bulgaria's Black Sea coast offers both. Visitors can indulge in charming seaside towns and luxurious resorts, while enjoying a wide range of sports and entertainment activities that will leave them..
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