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The Notre-Dame Cathedral Can be Seen for the First Time Since Last Year

Paris officials on Sunday removed the tall metal barriers surrounding the square in front of Notre-Dame cathedral, offering visitors a close-up look at the gothic monument for the first time since the devastating fire that struck last year.

Society » Culture | June 2, 2020, Tuesday // 03:50 | Viewed: 5028

There Will be No Events for the Day of Hristo Botev on June 2

For the first time in the more than 140-year long history of the celebrations of Botev, the events in Vratsa and the vicinity have been cancelled over the coronavirus.

Society » Culture | June 2, 2020, Tuesday // 03:15 | Viewed: 5797

Conferences and Seminars are Allowed in Bulgaria

Bulgaria’s Minister of Health Kiril Ananiev has issued today a regulation allowing congress and conference events, seminars, exhibitions, including events of the exhibition industry.

Society » Culture | May 30, 2020, Saturday // 16:11 | Viewed: 4631

Bulgaria's National Library is Now Opened

The largest public library in the country resumed its work with readers on site in accordance with the established rules in the period of the emergency epidemic situation in strict compliance with the mandatory anti-epidemic measures.

Society » Culture | May 22, 2020, Friday // 15:43 | Viewed: 4252

Officially! Bulgaria Opens Museums, Cinemas, Libraries and Allows Concerts

Minister of Health Kiril Ananiev has issued an order allowing the holding of cultural events, and visits to museums, galleries, libraries and indoor and outdoor cinemas.

Society » Culture | May 11, 2020, Monday // 15:47 | Viewed: 6897

Bulgaria Will Participate in Chicago Exhibition

Bulgaria is one of the eleven countries from Southeastern Europe that will take part in an exhibition at the The Field Museum in Chicago.

Society » Culture | May 10, 2020, Sunday // 20:14 | Viewed: 4032

Summer Work and Travel Programs for Students were not Canceled but Postponed until May 12, Minister of Foreign Affairs Ekaterina Zaharieva Said

I have spoken with US Ambassador to Sofia Herro Mustafa and she informed me that the summer work and travel programs for students were not canceled but postponed until May 12, Minister of Foreign Affairs Ekaterina Zaharieva said.

Society » Culture | May 3, 2020, Sunday // 11:42 | Viewed: 7086

Almost Empty Temples on Holy Saturday in Bulgaria

The Saint Alexander Nevsky cathedral in Sofia remained almost empty during the service on Holy Saturday headed by the Right Reverend Bishop Gerasim of Melnik.

Society » Culture | April 18, 2020, Saturday // 20:55 | Viewed: 5336

Film industry - among most affected sectors by Covid-19 pandemic

The cinema projects in Bulgaria were suspended due to the Covid-19 epidemic.

Society » Culture | April 18, 2020, Saturday // 20:48 | Viewed: 5274

Today is the World Theatre Day

Today is the World Theatre Day.

Society » Culture | March 27, 2020, Friday // 12:22 | Viewed: 7515

The 24th Sofia International Film Festival and the 17th Sofia Meetings Postponed

The decision follows the measures taken by the government of the Republic of Bulgaria to prevent the dissemination of the COVID-19 coronavirus in the country 

Society » Culture | March 11, 2020, Wednesday // 10:39 | Viewed: 5793

The National Gallery Limits Attendance at its Affiliates

The National Gallery limits attendance at its affiliates.

Society » Culture | March 10, 2020, Tuesday // 07:17 | Viewed: 5180

The 24rd Edition of Sofia International Film Festival Begins in March

Sofia International Film Festival is the biggest film festival in Bulgaria.

Society » Culture | March 6, 2020, Friday // 11:17 | Viewed: 6161

The New James Bond Movie Premiere will be Delayed because of the Coronavirus

Due to the spread of the coronavirus, the premiere of the new James Bond movie is delayed by 7 months.

Society » Culture | March 6, 2020, Friday // 10:14 | Viewed: 6348

Al Bano and Romina Power's Concert in Bulgaria is Postponed

The concert of the duo Al Bano and Romina Power had to be postponed due to complications and restrictions on the travel and stay of Italian citizens in Bulgaria, the organizers announced.

Society » Culture | March 6, 2020, Friday // 09:10 | Viewed: 7365

Bulgarian among the Winners of an International Photo Competition (PHOTO)

Atanas Chulev is among the winners of the Sony Photo Contest.

Society » Culture | March 5, 2020, Thursday // 11:48 | Viewed: 5494

Record Visitors to Louvre Exhibition

It is dedicated to the great Leonardo da Vinci.

Society » Culture | February 27, 2020, Thursday // 07:19 | Viewed: 5974

New Movie of Bulgarian Animation Artist Theodore Ushev, The Physics of Sorrow, has been Shortlisted for the Oscar Awards

The new movie of Bulgarian animation artist Theodore Ushev, The Physics of Sorrow, has been shortlisted for the Oscar Award of the American Film Academy in the category of animated shorts.

Society » Culture | December 22, 2019, Sunday // 10:57 | Viewed: 7033

UNESCO Added the Turkmen Rugs to its Intangible Cultural Heritage List

Turkmenistan's leader on Tuesday hailed as "historic" the announcement that its traditional hand-woven carpets have been recognised as global cultural heritage by the United Nations.

Society » Culture | December 17, 2019, Tuesday // 16:11 | Viewed: 7904

Bulgarians Have Received an European Award for Development in the Film Industry

Yanaki and Hristo Dermendzhievi received a recognition from the European Cinema Awards, organized by Europa Cinemas in the Entrepreneur of the Year category, at a ceremony held recently at UCI Cinemas, Lisbon.

Society » Culture | November 29, 2019, Friday // 13:14 | Viewed: 8902

Bulgarian Movie Won the Best Picture Award at the Cottbus Film Festival in Germany

The Bulgarian film Sister won the grand prize at the Cottbus Film Festival in Germany.

Society » Culture | November 11, 2019, Monday // 13:02 | Viewed: 60549
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