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Easter Traditions in Bulgaria: A Tapestry of Ancient Customs and Spiritual Significance

Easter, or the Resurrection of Christ, stands as the most significant and vibrant holiday in the Orthodox Christian calendar. Rooted in the celebration of Jesus Christ's return to life after crucifixion

Society » Culture | April 30, 2024, Tuesday // 15:08 | Viewed: 7051

Easter Feast Expenses Revealed: Insights into Bulgaria's Traditional Table

With Easter festivities fast approaching, Bulgarians are eagerly preparing to celebrate one of the most cherished holidays of the year

Society » Culture | April 30, 2024, Tuesday // 12:17 | Viewed: 4478

Divine Renewal: Holy Tuesday in Bulgaria

In the hallowed halls of Bulgarian tradition, Holy Tuesday emerges as a beacon of spiritual reflection and renewal

Society » Culture | April 30, 2024, Tuesday // 09:35 | Viewed: 4357

Holy Monday Marks Beginning of Solemn Holy Week in Bulgaria

Today marks the commencement of Holy Week in Bulgaria as Orthodox Christians observe Holy Monday, initiating a period of profound reflection on the final days of Jesus Christ's earthly life leading up to Easter

Society » Culture | April 29, 2024, Monday // 10:28 | Viewed: 3619

Bulgarian Palm Sunday: Faith, Tradition, and Celebration

The Feast of the Lord's Entry into Jerusalem, also known as Palm Sunday (Tsvetnitsa), recounts the historical events that preceded the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ

Society » Culture | April 28, 2024, Sunday // 09:02 | Viewed: 5792

Celebrating Lazarus Saturday: Bulgarian Customs and Spiritual Heritage

Lazarus Saturday is a Christian holiday dedicated to Lazarus of Bethany and his miraculous resurrection by Jesus Christ and celebrated on the Saturday before the feast of Palm Sunday and Holy Week

Society » Culture | April 27, 2024, Saturday // 07:41 | Viewed: 5698

Valley of the Thracian Kings Archaeological Complex Opens in Shipka

In a grand inauguration ceremony today, the city of Shipka proudly unveiled the archaeological complex "Valley of the Thracian Kings," marking a significant milestone in the preservation and presentation of Thracian culture and art

Society » Culture | April 9, 2024, Tuesday // 16:39 | Viewed: 8463

Catholics in Bulgaria Commemorate Easter

Today marks Easter Sunday for Catholics in Bulgaria and around the globe, a sacred occasion commemorating the Resurrection of Christ

Society » Culture | March 31, 2024, Sunday // 09:44 | Viewed: 5791

Peyo Yavorov: The Genius of Bulgarian Poetry

“The fate of Yavorov inevitably shakes the sensitive hearts!” - Katya Zografova “The Worlds of Yavorov”

Society » Culture | March 30, 2024, Saturday // 08:55 | Viewed: 27347

Bulgaria Embraces Tradition: Todorovden Celebrations Honor Saint and Horses

As the Saturday following Shrovetide arrives, Bulgarians across the nation come together to celebrate Todorovden, a cherished tradition deeply rooted in both Christian faith and folk customs

Society » Culture | March 23, 2024, Saturday // 10:03 | Viewed: 9664

Rayna Knyaginya: The Embodiment of Bulgarian Courage and Defiance

In the annals of Bulgarian history, few figures shine as brightly as Rayna Knyaginya, a name synonymous with unwavering courage, national pride, and the spirit of resistance against oppression

Society » Culture | March 10, 2024, Sunday // 08:07 | Viewed: 20164

Bulgarians Celebrated the National Liberation Day All Over the Country

Bulgaria commemorated its 146th anniversary of liberation from Ottoman rule with grand celebrations spanning across the nation

Society » Culture | March 4, 2024, Monday // 10:02 | Viewed: 9580

Shipka Peak: Thousands Gather to Honor March 3 Heroes

Today, on the revered national holiday of March 3, thousands of Bulgarians congregated at the historic Shipka peak and its surroundings to commemorate the sacrifices made for the country's freedom.

Society » Culture | March 3, 2024, Sunday // 12:39 | Viewed: 7308

Bulgarian Diaspora in Germany Unites to Celebrate National Day

As Bulgaria commemorates its National Day on March 3rd, nearly 400,000 Bulgarians residing in Germany join in the celebration, highlighting the vibrant and dynamic presence of the Bulgarian diaspora in the country

Society » Culture | March 3, 2024, Sunday // 10:26 | Viewed: 8101

March 3rd: Celebrating Bulgaria's National Holiday and Historical Resilience

Every year on March 3rd, Bulgarians come together to celebrate their National Holiday, marking a pivotal moment in their history – the Liberation of Bulgaria from Ottoman rule

Society » Culture | March 3, 2024, Sunday // 07:56 | Viewed: 7892

Bulgaria's National Liberation Day: Celebrations Across the Nation Await! (FULL LIST)

March 3 holds a special place in the hearts of all true Bulgarians

Society » Culture | March 1, 2024, Friday // 17:21 | Viewed: 7102

Bulgarian Writer Nominated for Prestigious EU Literary Prize!

Todor P. Todorov’s novel “Hagabula” has been nominated for the European Union Prize for Literature, reported BTA

Society » Culture | March 1, 2024, Friday // 15:47 | Viewed: 7730

Bulgaria's Colorful Tradition: Unraveling the Mysteries of Baba Marta and the Martenitsa

On March 1, Bulgarians celebrate Baba Marta - one of the most beloved Bulgarian traditions, preserved to this day

Society » Culture | March 1, 2024, Friday // 09:00 | Viewed: 13361

Shipka Monument: New Opening Hours And Free Entry on March 3rd

Starting today, the working hours of the Freedom Monument on St. Nicholas Peak will be changed, as announced on their official Facebook page by the National Park Museum “Shipka Buzludzha”

Society » Culture | February 28, 2024, Wednesday // 11:23 | Viewed: 4471

Celebrating Bulgarian Tradition: Sixth Annual Martenitsa-Tree in Chicago

Embracing the rich cultural heritage of Bulgaria, Bulgarians in Chicago marked the sixth consecutive year of the international "Martenitsa" project on February 25th

Society » Culture | February 26, 2024, Monday // 17:25 | Viewed: 6352

History in Paintings: 125 Years Since the Birth of Dechko Uzunov (GALLERY)

On this day in 1899, Dechko Uzunov was born in the Bulgarian town of Kazanlak

Society » Culture | February 22, 2024, Thursday // 11:04 | Viewed: 14864
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