Bulgarians Show Less Interest in Libraries, Museums, Theaters
The number of visits of museum, theaters, and libraries in Bulgaria declined in 2009, according to data of the National Statistical Institute.
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Israeli Overwhelms Bulgarian in Artes Mundi 4 Contest
An artist from Israel is the winner of the fourth Artes Mundi 4 prize, one of the UK's biggest arts prizes, whose shortlist included a Bulgarian contester as well.
Bulgaria Sees 5th "Night of the Museums"
The fifth "Night of the Museums" took place in Sofia and other Bulgarian cities on May 15, part of the international festivities for the International Day of the Museums, May 18.
Monument of Bulgarian Writer Ivan Vazov on Its Way to Rome
The bronze monument of the most prominent Bulgarian writer Ivan Vazov is on its way to be inaugurated in the Italian capital Rome May 21, 2010.
Bulgarian Orthodox Christians Mark Ascension Day
The Orthodox church in Bulgaria marks Thursday Ascension Day, or the so called Spasovden, which relates to the ascension of Jesus into heaven following his crucifixion and resurrection.
Bulgaria Celebrates 5th 'Night of the Museums'
The fifth "Night of the Museums" will take place in Sofia and other Bulgarian cities on May 15, the Ministry of Culture announced.
Bulgarian Orthodox Church Celebrates Sts Cyril and Methodius
Bulgaria's Orthodox Church celebrates Tuesday, May 11, the feast day of Sts. Cyril and Methodius, two of the fathers of the Slavic literary culture.
Bulgarian High School Student Launches Feature Film
A 17-year old student at the French Language School in Sofia is the first Bulgarian teenager to have made a feature film.
Bulgarian Soprano Grabs Top Opera Prize
Sonya Yoncheva, a 28-year-old Bulgarian soprano, has taken the top prize in the prestigious Operalia competition founded and conducted by the Spanish tenor Placido Domingo.
Bulgaria's Orthodox Church Marks Day of Tsar Boris I
Bulgaria marks Sunday the Day of Tsar Boris I known as The Baptist with solemn masses in churches around the country.
US Foundation Brings Famous Artist Hunt Slonem to Bulgaria
Famous American painter and world-renowned master of pop art, Hunt Slonem, personally opened two exhibits in Bulgaria's capital Sofia Thursday and Friday.
'Mission London' Breaks Bulgaria's Box Office Record
Bulgaria's latest motion picture "Mission London" brought BGN 355 120 in just 3 days, with 50 000 people going to the movie theaters between April 16 and 18.
Bulgaria Blockbuster 'Mission London' Hits Box Offices
The most anticipated Bulgarian movie for 2010 "Mission London" will begin showing Friday in movie theaters across the country.
Bulgaria Ensures Safe July Morning
Solar lamps will be installed out of safety concerns along the Kamen Bryag village on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast, a traditional location for the hippy-style celebration of hailing the sunrise on July 1, known as July Morning.
Sofia to Rival Florence with Construction of Bulgarian 'Louvre'
Bulgarian state leaders initiated Tuesday the construction of a brand new top museum also known as the "Bulgarian Louvre".
Boyz II Men Cancel Bulgaria Concert
Legendary rhythm and blues group Boyz II Men have canceled their concert in the Balkan countries, including Bulgaria, as part of what was initially announced as a farewell European tour.
Spanish Singer Buika Comes to “Feel Sofia“
Spanish prominent singer Concha Buika, a contemporary world music star who brings flamenco and jazz together with her smoky voice, will stage a concert in Bulgaria's capital Sofia on April 17.
Orthodox Bulgaria Marks Sunday of St. Thomas
Bulgaria marks on April 11, the Sunday after Easter or Sunday of St. Thomas, also known as Second Sunday or Antipascha.
Hoards Set to Celebrate 'Bulgarian Easter' in Istanbul
Around 2000 Bulgarians are set to celebrate Saturday in Istanbul to mark the 150th anniversary of "Bulgarian Easter" which led to the restoration of an independent Bulgarian Orthodox Church.
Bulgarian Church Delegation Collects Holy Fire from Jerusalem
A Bulgarian Orthodox Church delegation has traveled to Jerusalem to light a night-light with Holy Fire to be used in the "Alexander Nevski" cathedral in Sofia for the Saturday midnight service.
Orthodox Bulgaria Marks Good Friday
Bulgarian Christians mark Good Friday, the day that commemorates the death of Jesus Christ by crucifixion.
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