There are different traditions and styles in the interior of Bulgarian houses depending on the region where they are located. For example, in mountainous areas such as the Rhodopes and Pirin, wooden elements such as curved columns and beams, decorative carvings and artificial cobwebs are often used. In the northern parts of the country, where …
Panel residential buildings are one of the most numerous buildings in Bulgaria. But what exactly is this construction and what are its advantages and disadvantages? After the end of the Second World War, Bulgaria entered a period of accelerated industrialization. This inevitably leads to a huge influx of population into the cities, which in turn …
Among the Muslims in Bulgaria, St. George’s Day is celebrated under the name Hadarellez. It is a spring holiday and is considered the beginning of summer. It is dedicated to two Muslim saints – Hadr and Iliyaz – patrons of people, animals and fertility. According to Islamic legends, Saint Hadr is revered as a supernatural …
Babinden is one of the great national women’s holidays, dedicated to the “grandmothers” – the women who helped give birth to the young brides. The rites on this day are mainly subordinated to the desire to show honor and respect to the elderly women who helped the women in labor. This holiday is pagan and …
