A unique icon of St. Nikolai was donated to the Troyan Monastery. It is made at Dimchovski art studio with the size of 150 x 100 centimeters. The casting of the icon is made through an old Georgian technique of metal working. The icon is gold and silver plated with pearls and semi-precious stones. Photo: BTA
Maps of the Old Continent from the 13th through the 19th century are presented in the exposition “Europe in old maps”. The collection is on display at National Library St. St. Cyril and Methodius in Sofia. The geography maps are worked out in art studios in Amsterdam, Antwerp, Augsburg, Rome and Stuttgart. Photo: BTA
The movie “Aga” of director Milko Lazarov found a place in the contest programme of the 68th International Film Festival in Berlin. In this way for the first time in the last 29 years a Bulgarian fiction movie is to take part in Berlinale. Back in 1989 the prestigious contest selection distinguished the film of Ivan Nichev “Ivan and Alexandra”. Photo: Sofia Film Fest
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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