People from all over the country took to the streets to demand stopping the war on the roads and stricter penalties for those who cause accidents. The cause of their anger was the death of 12-year-old Siyana, who died after a collision between a truck and a car on the Pleven-Lukovit road near the village of Telish. Thousands of citizens gathered in the center of Telish, holding up posters reading “Siyana died - corruption survived”, “Enough death on the.. See more

In April and May the visitors of the Strelcha Historical Museum will have the opportunity to get acquainted with the traditions connected with the Easter holiday cycle through the exhibition A Fine Easter, a Finer St. George’s Day .  Easter legends and beliefs As visitors move through the exhibition, they will learn when the Easter cycle starts and which holidays mark its beginning. The exhibition introduces the customs observed on Lazarovden (Lazarus.. See more

With a scent of spring and anticipation of the great Resurrection of Christ, Palm Sunday is among the most beloved holidays in Bulgaria. From early morning, people fill the churches and share their joy through prayer at the festive service. In addition to churchgoers who regularly attend services, the holiday captivates many with its atmosphere and everyone rushes to take a piece of it home with the blessed willow branches that the priests.. See more