Dear community, The Rose Festival in Bulgaria is in full speed and the culmination and the main events will happen this weekend (more info here). If you are planning to attend the Rose Festival, why not experience something as unique as the rose festival itself – a glimpse of the Valley of the Thracian Kings….
Carpet Weaving in Bulgaria
Dear community, There is one thing in common between the British royal family, dukes, politicians, wealthy families, and museums – they all step on beautiful carpets that are handmade in Bulgaria (detailed information in here). In this issue of the Bulgarian Culture Corner, you will learn more about one of the oldest crafts in Bulgaria…
The Martenitsi Tradition
Dear community, March is almost here and so is spring. The tradition of wearing Martenitsi on the 1st of March in Bulgaria is a long and favorite one. If you wonder what a martenitsa is – please check this link or this one and this video. On March 3rd, Bulgaria also celebrates its liberation. In…
Surva Kukeri Festival Coming Up
Dear community, Happy New Year! May it be a healthy and prosperous one. After 3 years of interruption, the biggest Kukeri (mummers) festival in Bulgaria – Surva – is back. It will be held on January 27, 28, 29 in Pernik. For the programme, check the FB page and the official site. If you want…
Bulgarian Winter Holiday Dishes
Dear community, In our last issue for this year, we focus on the yummy side of winter holidays in Bulgaria. Like elsewhere in the world the main focus of the winter holidays is around Christmas and the New Year. In addition there is a rich assortment of traditional holidays in the months of December, January…
Bulgarian Capitals
Dear community, The beginning of November marks Enlighteners’ Day in Bulgaria; a holiday which is very dear to every Bulgarian because it honors those Bulgarians – poets, educators, revolutionaries – who devoted their lives to the the Bulgarian spirituality, language and culture. It is celebrated on November 1st. If you want to find out more,…
The Most Beautiful Bulgarian Dams
Dear community, October break is just around the corner. Fall in Bulgaria is particularly beautiful and we would like to offer you some scenic nature getaways to enjoy its beauty. In Bulgaria there are many lakes, dams, and reservoirs. They offer breathtaking views and recreation opportunities, water activities and good food. In this Issue of…
Trips Around Sofia & Upcoming Events
Dear community, Welcome (back) to AAS, Sofia, Bulgaria. We wish you a wonderful, healthy and peaceful year. In our first Culture spot for this year, you will find suggestions for day trips from Sofia (In the slides) and some upcoming events in Sofia and around. Sept 3, Antiquity Fest – Serdica is my Rome, Sofia…
Bulgaria – The Land of Roses and Lavender
Dear community, Bulgaria is one of the biggest rose-oil producers in the world and a country that has been closely related to the beautiful flower for centuries. The Rose Valley is the area where the biggest rose plantations and the main rose-oil facilities are located. But did you know that… Bulgaria is home to the…
Bulgarian Culture Week
During Bulgarian Culture Week the AAS campus became even more beautiful when a mural was painted on one of its walls. The mural is a recreation of the painting “Fruit” by the Bulgarian painter Vladimir Dimitrov – the Master, whose 140th birth anniversary is celebrated this year. If you are interested, you can visit two…
Natural Wonders in Bulgaria
See some beautiful places around Bulgaria that you can explore during the upcoming holidays….
