In Sofia, Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borissov has had talks with Princess Dana Firas of Jordan, who is UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador and chair of the Petra National Trust - Jordan's oldest non-governmental organization for the protection and preservation of cultural and historical heritage.
Special attention has been paid to the development of cultural and historical tourism and of educational programs in the spirit of preserving cultural heritage from an early age. The Bulgarian Prime Minister said his government supported the idea of a firm link between culture and tourism that forms nearly 12% of GDP and together with accompanying activities provides 11 percent of total employment in this country.
The 32nd National Festival of Karakachans is taking place in the "Karandila" area near the city of Sliven on August 23. The event is organized by the Federation of Cultural and Educational Societies of the Karakachans in Bulgaria. The..
At night, in places in the central and eastern part of the country there will be short-term showers with thunderstorms. By morning the precipitation will stop. Cloudiness will decrease from the west. On Saturday it will be..
In the last days of the hottest month - from August 27 to 30, the performance "Samodiva" will be premiered in London. This is an innovative, immersive dance production inspired by Bulgarian folklore myths. It is the work of..
More than 260,000 people across the country are affected by water supply disruptions. The water shortage has affected 16 towns and 283 villages, with the..
"Nearly a quarter of Bulgaria's economy is in the grey sector – around 23-24%. On the other hand, there is not enough money for..
At night, in places in the central and eastern part of the country there will be short-term showers with thunderstorms. By morning the..
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