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| updated on 8/8/19 3:56 PM


A special edition of the traditional Japanese doll Daruma arrived to Varna and expects the winner in the Olympic qualifications in volleyball for men. The Black Sea city plays host to the qualification matches due August 9 through 11. Daruma, which Japanese believe to bring good luck, is the award for the teams that will win in the six groups of the qualifications for Tokyo 2020. It will become their talisman for the Olympic Games in Japan next year.  Photo: volleyball.bg


In hot days like today, Boyana Waterfall in Vitosha Mountain rising above Sofia, is among the preferred places for the citizens of the capital.  Photo: BTA


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