National traditions of Bulgaria. Habits, mentality and the way of living

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♥ Катедрала Свети Лудвик, Plovdiv. On the map
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♥ Катедрала Успение Богородично, Sofia. On the map
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♥ Конкатедрала Свети Йосиф, Sofia. On the map
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♥ Катедрала Свети Лудвик, Plovdiv. On the map


♥ Катедрала Успение Богородично, Sofia. On the map


♥ Конкатедрала Свети Йосиф, Sofia. On the map


♥ Катедрала Свети Павел от Кръста, Ruse. On the map


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On the feast young people go for a walk along the streets in colorful costumes of animals; according to the tradition New Year outfits are decorated with survakari bells. It is believed that ringing bells attached to a belt helps to fight evil and bring good luck, so survakari are among the most popular New Year gifts. The celebration of 1st of March, the Feast of the arrival of spring, is beautiful and symbolic. This festival also has its own symbols - small ornaments of red and white … Read more

Local people are very communicative. They can easily talk on different subjects and like talking in general. They are also distinguished by a somewhat relaxed temper that people from northern countries may mistake for lack of commitment. That said, locals are definitely not irresponsible. If they promise something, they will surely do that. Besides that, locals try not to make promises if they are not sure they can accomplish them. Friendliness and openness are also typical features of local … Read more

It's better to take into account some features when communicating with the locals. Everybody knows that the nod means denial while shaking the head from side to side is a gesture of consent here. But you will quickly get used for this, and after coming home you'll even find it confusing about why people agree with each other by the node. The natives are known for their superstition. Thus, they never allow a black cat (bad luck) to cross their path, and on Tuesday it is not customary to … Read more

There is the forestry, game and fish farming trade fair for those who like to learn something new about hunting and fishing. Of course, part of the exhibition events is devoted to recreation in Bulgaria. However, presentations of novelties in hunting equipment and fair of hunting weapons and devices are also held here. If you are more interested in beauty novelties, it is worth visiting the International Exhibition of Hairdressing, Beauty, Make-Up, Perfumery, and Fashion. Do you love animals … Read more

All ethnic festivals and holidays are accompanied with music and dance concerts and performances. Traditionally all the participants of the bands and music folk groups are clad in bright ethnic costumes. The style of the festival costumes is considered to be inherited from the casual wear which the local wore for several centuries ago. Folk women suit is considered to be a woolen dress named “sukman” meanwhile men during fests and holidays wear tunic like white shirts and woolen trousers. … Read more

When exploring the city on foot, it is often possible to see small papers with photographs and names of dead people. This is an old tradition in this region – local people tread their deceased relatives with great respect and keep them in their memory. It is prohibited to remove photographs of deceased relatives from house facades. Tourists should also keep in mind that they shouldn’t take pictures of these photographs. Politeness and frugality are among the most obvious traits of the … Read more
