About  .  Contact  .  Donation The head dates from the late 1st to the mid-3rd century CE and features exquisite Hellenistic craftsmanship symbolizing Tyche’s role as the protector of Philippopolis Merdzhanov noted that the statue’s heart-shaped irises and the use of high-quality marble reflect the artistry of the era The artifact is believed to have been part of a statue approximately 2.5 meters tall The discovery is significant not only for its artistic value but also for the insight it provides into the religious and cultural history of ancient Philippopolis Archaeologists suspect the statue may be linked to a sanctuary predating the Christian basilica Early Christian communities often built churches over former pagan temples suggesting that the site may hold additional relics of historical importance The marble head was found near the basilica’s pulpit leading experts to speculate that it might have been recycled as building material or placed there symbolically “The position of the artifact could carry deeper meaning possibly indicating the coexistence of pagan and Christian traditions,” Merdzhanov explained The discovery was made in the presence of representatives from Bulgaria’s National Institute of Immovable Cultural Heritage (NIICH) and local law enforcement and restore the artifact before displaying it in the Plovdiv Museum of Archaeology the path to uncovering the statue’s full history is fraught with challenges The team hopes to obtain permission to lift the basilica’s mosaics to explore the older sanctuary below where they believe the rest of the statue may lie The excavation process has faced some setbacks the marble head had previously been uncovered but reburied following a supervisory commission’s recommendation the ancient Greek goddess of fortune and chance was revered as a powerful deity influencing the lives of mortals and gods alike Often depicted with symbols of urban protection Tyche embodied the city’s fortune and prosperity a name that endures in the modern English term “fortune.” Her significance in ancient mythology is underscored by her association with major events and her reputed power to rival that of Zeus himself and website in this browser for the next time I comment Δdocument.getElementById("ak_js_1").setAttribute("value",(new Date()).getTime()) Learn how to describe the purpose of the image (opens in a new tab) Leave empty if the image is purely decorative 1050 Studio, a creator of media-based attractions for theme parks and public spaces around the world, has announced a further project for the Museum of Natural History in Plovdiv The studio is set to launch additional digital media that explores the world of dinosaurs This will draw on its expertise in combining education with cutting-edge design “This immersive exhibition will bring prehistoric creatures to life offering visitors a captivating educational journey through the world of dinosaurs complete with interactive displays and state-of-the-art visual storytelling,” says a representative from the studio This project follows 1050 Studio’s highly successful exhibition which opened at Plovdiv’s Museum of Natural History in 2023 This project showcased the studio’s creative approach to science-based exhibitions and attracted thousands of visitors The new experience will build on this success and combine the most recent technology with artistic talent to create a fun and informative experience It will feature multimedia walls that respond to visitors’ touch and is set to appeal to both local residents and tourists “By combining their expertise in design and education 1050 Studio is helping museums transform into dynamic immersive spaces that appeal to a wide range of audiences,” says a spokesperson from the studio 1050 Studio has delivered numerous projects for Bulgaria’s leading museums Its portfolio includes an award-winning project for Muzeiko Eastern Europe’s largest children’s museum for children aged 2 to 12 the studio developed approximately 15 digital interactives centred on STEAM subjects that exemplify its expertise in building innovative spaces that combine learning and creativity Skolnick Architecture + architecture Partnership and its activities are intended to spark curiosity and discovery has more than 130 interactive exhibits spread across three floors each representing a distinct time period: the past and sustainability through hands-on activities 1050 Studio also made a significant contribution to the Bishop’s Basilica of Philippopolis project in Plovdiv The Basilica is a UNESCO World Heritage Site candidate and houses one of the biggest collections of ancient mosaics in the Balkans The unique site has been transformed into a major heritage destination which features early Christian mosaics and explores the city’s rich Roman and Byzantine heritage 1050 Studio’s work on this project highlighted its ability to integrate historical preservation with contemporary exhibition approaches Meanwhile in the UK, 1050 Studio recently provided interactive media content for the new Cadbury Chocolate Quest ride at Cadbury World near Birmingham in collaboration with interactive technology specialist Alterface Get the latest attractions industry
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Miroslav Belyashki, the director of the Plovdiv Customs Office, was arrested earlier today for allegedly facilitating a new smuggling route for cigarettes. Sources from the local administration confirmed the detention, with Belyashki reportedly connected to Nikola Nikolov, also known as "Pascal", the notorious cigarette smuggling figure who has been evading justice in Serbia for several months. While no official statements have been released regarding the operation, reports indicate that early this morning, special forces entered the Plovdiv Territorial Directorate building to search Belyashki’s office. Anti-mafia officers are also conducting searches at his home. Smuggling Allegations and Customs Office Involvement Before his role at the customs office, Belyashki was a public relations officer for the former mayor of Plovdiv, Zdravko Dimitrov. His partner, Margarita Boycheva, has been linked to various political groups, most recently working in the Plovdiv Regional Administration under the "We Continue the Change" party. Belyashki's arrest follows a wave of investigations into smuggling activities involving several high-ranking customs officials. Petya Bankova, appointed just before Belyashki, was arrested two weeks after Belyashki, along with Marin and Stefan Dimitrov, for their involvement in Pascal's smuggling operations. The investigation into Bankova revealed that she had been pressured by then-Finance Minister Assen Vassilev to replace regional customs heads, a claim Vassilev denies. We need your support so Novinite.com can keep delivering news and information about Bulgaria! Thank you! An 18-year-old girl who had been reported missing in Haskovo has been found dead, prompting a murder investigation A 33-year-old man from the village of Semchinovo, located in the Septemvri municipality, has been taken into custody by the police for physically assaulting a 10-year-old child A 12-year-old boy from Lukovit has been hospitalized with two broken arms and head injuries after reportedly being assaulted and thrown from a bridge The Sofia Police has launched a targeted operation against drivers of electric scooters and electric motorbikes who engage in reckless behavior in the city's central areas A 54-year-old man, previously known to law enforcement, opened fire with a gas pistol near a kindergarten in Sofia's Lyulin district Hackers have reportedly targeted Bulgaria’s Road Infrastructure Agency (RIA), claiming they accessed the data of over 100,000 users and around 1,000 employees through its LIMA system Google Street View Cars Return to Bulgaria for Major Mapping Update Housing Prices Soar in Bulgaria’s Major Cities as Demand and Supply Strain Increase 12 Apr 2025 13:30:00 GMT?.css-1txiau5-AnswerContainer{color:var(--GlobalColorScheme-Text-secondaryText2);}CSKA-Sofia won 2–0 over Lokomotiv Plovdiv on Sat This is 29 of the First Professional League Predicted lineups are available for the match a few days in advance while the actual lineup will be available about an hour ahead of the match The current head to head record for the teams are CSKA-Sofia 17 win(s) Have scored 3 goals in their last 5 matches 12 Apr 2025 13:30:00 GMT?CSKA-Sofia won 2–0 over Lokomotiv Plovdiv on Sat 12 Apr 2025 13:30:00 GMT.InsightsHave scored 4 goals in their last 5 matches CSKA-Sofia is playing home against Lokomotiv Plovdiv at Vasil Levski on Sat near the historical Eastern Gate of Philippopolis located within the Philippopolis-Trimontium-Plovdiv historical zone—a designated group cultural monument—has yielded more than 500 coins from various eras and a gold ingot intended for jewelry making The excavations were led by Desislava Davidova from the Regional Archaeological Museum in Plovdiv revealing the area’s long-standing habitation Davidova noted that the coins will undergo restoration she also mentioned that the exact composition of the coins is yet to be determined as some may include silver covered by a thick patina making them difficult to identify in the field “The coins found are mostly bronze and prove that the area has been inhabited for more than 2,500 years,” Davidova told Radio Plovdiv was not intended for coin production but likely served as a template for making jewelry This find highlights the artisanal nature of the area which is believed to have housed small workshops and craft premises particularly before the arrival of the Romans Davidova explained that these workshops differ from those in the southeast of the city where different types of production took place “This is basically where the settlement developed before the Romans came it is of particular interest,” she said in a statement to BTA situated about 100 meters from Philippopolis’ East Gate with cultural deposits reaching depths of up to seven meters The team’s excavations have descended to approximately 6.5 meters uncovering structures and artifacts from multiple periods including the Hellenistic era (3rd–1st century BCE) and the Roman period Among the finds are ceramic vessels dating from the 3rd to the 4th century CE and an iron lamp a rare find given the material’s tendency to deteriorate over time One of the most remarkable discoveries at the site is an inscription believed to be from the pedestal of a statue dating back to the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus (193-211 CE) A specialized team will be assembled to study the inscription in detail The finds from this excavation are set to undergo further analysis with the potential to shed more light on the history of Philippopolis one of Europe’s oldest continuously inhabited cities has seen the influence of numerous civilizations each leaving their mark on the city’s cultural and architectural heritage The Sofia City Court imposed Thursday the most severe detention measure - remand in custody - against the director of Plovdiv Territorial Directorate of the National Customs Agency He was detained during a specialised police operation on Wednesday.  The court accepted the thesis of the state prosecution service that a reasonable assumption could be made that the accused was involved in the commission of an official offence for which he was held criminally liable consisting in actions to prevent a customs inspection of a truck carrying cigarettes.  According to the prosecution service office the truck in question was with Georgian registration entered Bulgaria through Kapitan Andreevo border crossing and was destined to reach the Netherlands The accused travelled to the checkpoint without having been duly commanded to do so with the intention of releasing the truck from inspection and ensuring the convoy of the cargo to Vidin through the territory of the country.  Belyashki asked the court for a lighter measure.  The court's order is not final and is subject to appeal or protest before the Sofia Appellate Court According to the defendant's defense attorney Kristiyan Mirchev the detention measure taken is inappropriate for this case "At first glance there seems to be a high degree of public danger strongly disagree that this measure is applicable in the present proceedings Everything is at an early stage," he said.  "I think it is completely unjustified for my client to remain in custody until concrete evidence is collected," Mirchev added.  the representative of the state prosecution clarified that the charge is for a crime of office "You heard that a territorial director of a customs office which has nothing to do with the Kapitan Andreevo customs checkpoint goes to a truck with cigarettes and asks for its release from the place where it is guarded," he said The prosecutor stressed that there were suspicions of many irregularities and that there was classified information in the case He said there was evidence of another person's involvement but did not specify further information Belyashki was detained after a raid led by the Commission for Anti-Corruption on Wednesday Dozens of law enforcement officers were stationed at the entrances of the customs directorate blocking access for trucks awaiting inspection and representatives of companies whose trucks were already inside trucks were forced to park along the road outside the building The director of the Plovdiv Territorial Directorate of the National Customs Agency the Sofia City Prosecution Office told BTA on Wednesday The arrest came after a raid led by the Commission for Anti-Corruption.  the prosecution service said that there were arrests and searches at the Plovdiv Customs Agency offices and the Kapitan Andreevo border crossing on the border with Turkiye They also said that pre-trial proceedings are underway for malfeasance in office at the Customs Agency related to large-scale cigarette contraband and that "senior office holders are being probed for connection with that".  the authorities established an attempt to unlawfully prevent a customs inspection of a truck that was stopped at the Kapitan Andreevo checkpoint It was carrying cigarettes made in an undisclosed country outside the EU The authorities believe that it was the first of 15 trucks which were expected to cross Bulgaria They further specify that the Wednesday operation was coordinated with the Director of the Customs Agency Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev has left for Washington where he will participate in the Munich Leaders Meeting (May 5-7 The forum is organised by the Munich Security Conference The foundation Unity- Kočani has sent an open letter to key Bulgarian institutions expressing gratitude for the support and humanitarian assistance provided by Bulgaria after the tragedy of the fire at a nightclub in Kočani The foreign ministers of Bulgaria and Greece Georg Georgiev and Giorgos Gerapetritis signed a joint declaration on the use of the waters of the river Arda on 2 May the BNR reports citing an announcement published by the Greek Foreign Ministry.. people will be able to withdraw money  from ATMs only in the new currency according to the website of the Bulgarian. helicopters of the Bulgarian Air Force will fly at low altitude over Sofia in preparation for a military parade marking the Day. The Bulgarian student teams that participated in the European Olympiad of Experimental Sciences EOES 2025 in Zagreb have returned with. english@bnr.bg A fire broke out in a room on the third floor of a historic building on Gladston Street in Plovdiv located across from the Central Post Office one of Plovdiv’s most prominent benefactors The property is recognized as a cultural monument Plovdiv Mayor Kostadin Dimitrov confirmed that the victim was found in the room that was destroyed by the blaze An investigation into the cause of the fire is currently underway with the investigative service now overseeing the case According to Chief Inspector Dimitar Brishimov from the Fire Fighting and Rescue Activities sector the fire spread unnoticed for a significant amount of time before it was discovered Despite fears that the fire might have reached the roof firefighters quickly managed to localize the flames Brishimov mentioned that five teams were deployed to the site due to the severity of the smoke filling the building The building is home to four of Kudoglou's descendants while the first floor is occupied by a pastry shop The alarm about the fire was raised by an employee from a nearby language center She noticed smoke coming from the house and saw flames on the roof after climbing up to check She promptly reported the incident to the fire department which arrived at the scene within three minutes We need your support so Novinite.com can keep delivering news and information about Bulgaria Israel has turned to Bulgaria for assistance in battling the rapidly advancing wildfires in areas near Jerusalem the director of the Plovdiv Customs Office was arrested earlier today for allegedly facilitating a new smuggling route for cigarettes A woman sustained serious injuries after being attacked with pepper spray and an electroshock device and subsequently set on fire inside a hospital in the Bulgarian town of Botevgrad Parking in central Plovdiv is set to become significantly more expensive A major fire destroyed the roof of the National High School of Applied Arts "Trevnenska Shkola" in the Bulgarian town of Tryavna on April 4 A significant fire broke out on Wednesday night in Sofia's Lozenets district The Bulgarian mobile operator A1 has confirmed that it is experiencing technical difficulties affecting both calls and text messages across its network A series of minor earthquakes were recorded in the Nessebar area with the strongest tremor measuring 3.3 on the Richter scale A 25-year-old man is in critical condition following an accident at the amusement park in Yambol A serious traffic accident in the Bulgarian town of Harmanli has left a 13-year-old child in critical condition after he was struck by a car while riding an electric scooter Bulgaria’s Minister of Tourism Miroslav Borshosh and Zurab Pololikashvili Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism) have officially signed the agreement for Bulgaria to host the 9th Global Conference on Wine Tourism The forum will take place in Plovdiv on October 6 and 7 "We expect the event to bring together delegations from around the world and to affirm Bulgaria as a preferred tourist destination on the global map this is a strategic opportunity not only to present our country as a wine destination but also to connect wine with the wide range of tourist experiences that Bulgaria offers — from mountain and adventure tourism to cultural said Minister Borshosh after signing the agreement at the headquarters of the UN Tourism in Madrid The Mini Bulgaria Park is an unusual place for a tourist tour spiritual culture and natural landmarks of Bulgaria meet Gorna Oryahovitsa often remains undeservedly hidden from the eyes of tourists even though it is only about 10 km away from Bulgaria's old capital which lies at the foot of the Balkans on the banks of the. Travelers planning a spring escape might want to consider Sofia which has been named the top European capital for a road trip getaway this season The air quality in Plovdiv has significantly deteriorated with fine dust particle levels exceeding the norms by seven times who is currently at the Tsalapitsa fire site reported that mobile air quality stations detected a concentration of 350 mg/m³ of fine dust particles (FDP) 10 Data from stationary air quality stations in the city reveal a troubling increase in pollution throughout the morning The Automatic Measuring Station (AMS) "Kamenitsa" recorded 71 µg/m³ at 7:00 a.m. the AMS "Trakia" showed 50 µg/m³ at 7:00 a.m. The Regional Health Inspection (RHI) has advised residents to keep windows closed and for those who are elderly or young children to stay indoors if possible Those who need to go outside should wear protective masks Hristina Yancheva has convened the Regional Crisis Staff due to the fire at the Tsalapitsa landfill which has been contributing to the high levels of pollution in Plovdiv An update from the crisis staff will be provided later Yancheva noted that although there has been an excess of fine dust particles since the morning recent hours have shown a decrease in these levels The municipality of Plovdiv is coordinating with RHI to issue guidelines for residents which will remain in effect through tomorrow morning due to the ongoing presence of the dust cloud but firefighting efforts continue with significant resources deployed at the scene The fire has not been fully contained as of now Plovdiv will host a historic event at HILLS OF ROCK 2025 where fans will witness the union of legendary rock and metal bands with the new generation of artists shaping the future of the scene Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport and Communications announced that a concession procedure for Plovdiv Airport will soon be initiated Bulgaria Air has been ranked among the top ten airlines in Eastern Europe in the Skytrax World Airline Awards for 2024 The air quality in several Bulgarian cities The National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology forecasts that May will bring temperatures ranging from 2°C to 33°C across Bulgaria the weather will be mostly sunny—around and after midday cumulus and cumulonimbus clouds will develop Bulgaria and Greece have signed a draft Joint Declaration regarding the use of the Arda River waters over the next five years following a decision by the Bulgarian Council of Ministers The weather across Bulgaria on May 1 will begin with sunshine in the morning followed by an increase in cloud cover during the afternoon The Constitutional Court of Bulgaria has repealed legislative changes made two years ago that permitted the installation of photovoltaic (solar) systems on arable agricultural land Bulgaria will experience mostly sunny weather accompanied by a light to moderate east-northeast wind and amazing time – either alone or with a loved one WALK 1: TO THE WATER AND BACK – INSPIRATION NEAR PARVENETS Sometimes you don’t need to travel far to feel far away from everything Parvenets reminds us that beauty can be found in the familiar—if we look at it with fresh eyes The trail to the Dermendere River waterfall is easy and cool splashes bring us back to ourselves and how could we skip the delicious dishes baked on tiles or sizzling skillets especially with the irresistible aroma from the grill we peek at others' tables and agree—we must order the Master’s Sizzling Dish (Sach Maistora) Malkiyat Yavor sends us off very satisfied—and reminds us how easy it is to feel good WALK 2: IN THE EMBRACE OF TIME – HISARYA AND ITS SECRETS Diocletianopolis – sounds like an ancient spell it’s the heart of Hisarya—where every street tells stories of the power of the Roman Empire the city was a favorite retreat for Roman aristocracy—not only for its mineral springs We walk on streets built using the Hippodamian grid system—straight We stop by the nymphaeum and imagine the magical dance of the water spirits It’s a family gem with a lovely garden maintained like a favorite fairytale filled with objects from travels and beautiful details that wordlessly tell stories of places the food is another reason we keep coming back to Hisarya we start with a fresh leaf salad with fruits and cheese We greedily build on the flavor with a perfectly prepared and seasoned pork chop But the true star of this lunch is the rabbit roulade – so tender and juicy that we didn’t have time for a photo—only one of the licked-clean plates enjoys a polenta with mushrooms and milk mousse claiming it's the best they’ve ever had And here comes the final trick for a perfect day in Hisarya: don’t skip dessert at “National” That’s how lunch melts into the afternoon and this restaurant becomes one of our absolute favorites AND TIME FOR YOURSELF – USTINA AND VILLA YUSTINA one afternoon with a glass of wine brings more peace than a whole vacation And sometimes—that entire experience is gathered in one place “Villa Yustina” is just such a place As Plovdiv locals, we know the Yustina wines well but if you haven’t tried them yet—do it We quickly reach the restaurant at the “Yustina Villas” complex where the chef reveals the secret to great taste: everything on the menu is prepared with fresh Every dish is created in harmony with the wine We settle in comfortably because the day calls for it—a glass of rosé in the moment: coral-pink in color and the majesty of the Rhodope Mountains in the background The taste reveals a silky texture and refreshing lightness and the soul quietly sings with joy.  No one wants to leave this paradise and if you choose to stay—you’ll discover even more treasures The village of Ustina is the heir of ancient Bessapara located on the Roman road between Philippopolis and the Aegean Sea Above it towers the Ustina Waterfall – a living echo of the mountains The path to the “white swallow” perched above the village is short The chapel is painted by local artists and maintained by donations from the faithful how lovely it is to disconnect from the noise The Minister of Tourism Miroslav Borshosh and the Secretary-General of the specialized UN agency Zurab Pololikashvili officially signed the agreement for Bulgaria to host the Ninth Global Conference on Wine Tourism of the UN World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism) The dates on which the prestigious forum will be held in Plovdiv are October 6 and 7 The agreement for the organization of the event was concluded at the UN Tourism headquarters in Madrid „We expect the event to gather delegations from countries from all over the world and to establish Bulgaria as a preferred tourist destination on the world map this is a strategic chance not only to present our country as a wine destination but also to connect wine with the rich variety of tourist experiences that Bulgaria offers – from mountain and adventure tourism Wine is not only a product with high added value but also a cultural symbol that carries with it history That is why wine tourism has the potential to be a strong catalyst for the development of other types of tourism and to extend the stay of tourists through accompanying experiences - tastings the Mayor of Plovdiv Kostadin Dimitrov and experts from the municipality and the ministry visited key locations in the city suitable for events of such a scale The excellent coordination with local authorities and the proven organizational capacity made Plovdiv the natural choice to host the prestigious forum as a specialized segment with long-standing traditions in our country will contribute to the sustainable development of the sector and increase its competitiveness The global conference will put Bulgaria in the spotlight of the international tourism community and will give impetus to new partnerships investments and sustainable tourism policies More news from Business 30 Mar 2025 15:30:00 GMT?.css-1txiau5-AnswerContainer{color:var(--GlobalColorScheme-Text-secondaryText2);}Levski Sofia vs Botev Plovdiv on Sun This is 26 of the First Professional League The current head to head record for the teams are Levski Sofia 21 win(s) 30 Mar 2025 15:30:00 GMT?Levski Sofia vs Botev Plovdiv on Sun 30 Mar 2025 15:30:00 GMT ended in a 1–1 tie.InsightsHave scored 8 goals in their last 5 matches Levski Sofia is playing home against Botev Plovdiv at Vivacom Arena Georgi Asparuhov on Sun This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. 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Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. 07 Apr 2025 14:30:00 GMT?.css-1txiau5-AnswerContainer{color:var(--GlobalColorScheme-Text-secondaryText2);}Spartak Varna won 2–1 over Lokomotiv Plovdiv on Mon This is 28 of the First Professional League The current head to head record for the teams are Lokomotiv Plovdiv 2 win(s) Have scored 7 goals in their last 5 matches 07 Apr 2025 14:30:00 GMT?Spartak Varna won 2–1 over Lokomotiv Plovdiv on Mon 07 Apr 2025 14:30:00 GMT.InsightsHave scored 3 goals in their last 5 matches Lokomotiv Plovdiv is playing home against Spartak Varna at Lokomotiv Plovdiv has been ranked third among the top Christmas destinations in Europe for 2024 by Forbes. The recognition came from a survey conducted by the European Best Destinations tourist organization, which acknowledged Plovdiv as the "European capital of wine." The survey gathered opinions from travelers who shared their favorite holiday spots, ranging from luxurious resorts to those renowned for cultural tourism. The city, known as the oldest continuously inhabited in Europe, offers a unique blend of history and modernity, making it a year-round destination. Its ancient landmarks, including the Old Town with its cobbled streets and historic architecture, create a romantic setting for the New Year celebrations. Madeira, a Portuguese island famous for its spectacular New Year fireworks, topped the list, followed by Marbella, a popular Spanish resort town. Other notable destinations in the ranking include Vienna, Fuerteventura in the Canary Islands, and Batumi in Georgia, which has recently earned the nickname "the new Barcelona." On May 6, Bulgaria commemorates one of its most significant national holidays – the Day of Saint George the Victorious, also known as Gergyovden, and the official Day of the Bulgarian Army Starting in July, all retailers in Bulgaria will be required to display prices in both leva and euros Employers in Bulgaria are legally required to implement all necessary measures to prevent and minimize workplace accidents, general illnesses Balkan Holidays UK, a major British tour operator specializing in holidays to Bulgaria, has halted all its operations effective April 24, 2025 Wage growth in Bulgaria is projected at 9.3 percent for 2025, driven by stronger economic activity, a 15.4 percent rise in the minimum wage since January The World Bank has revised down its forecast for Bulgaria’s economic growth in 2025, citing a broader global economic slowdown Veselin Danev, chairman of the Bulgarian Hotel Association, highlighted a major issue in Bulgaria’s tourism sector: a significant decline in the workforce According to Georgi Duchev, executive director of the Bulgarian Association of Hotel Management Professionals, one-third of Bulgarian hoteliers are planning a modest price increase of about 10% Tourism in Bulgaria has made significant strides toward recovery in 2024, though it still hasn't returned to pre-pandemic levels of 2019 Bulgaria continues to lag behind neighboring countries in achieving significant growth in its tourism sector Despite the global escalation of the trade war, there have been no significant negative trends in Bulgaria’s tourism sector so far 05 Apr 2025 15:30:00 GMT?.css-1txiau5-AnswerContainer{color:var(--GlobalColorScheme-Text-secondaryText2);}Cherno More Varna vs Botev Plovdiv on Sat The current head to head record for the teams are Cherno More Varna 14 win(s) Have scored 4 goals in their last 5 matches 05 Apr 2025 15:30:00 GMT?Cherno More Varna vs Botev Plovdiv on Sat 05 Apr 2025 15:30:00 GMT ended in a 1–1 tie.InsightsHave scored 4 goals in their last 5 matches Cherno More Varna is playing home against Botev Plovdiv at Ticha on Sat 09 Mar 2025 10:00:00 GMT?.css-1txiau5-AnswerContainer{color:var(--GlobalColorScheme-Text-secondaryText2);}Botev Plovdiv vs Arda Kardzhali on Sun This is 24 of the First Professional League The current head to head record for the teams are Botev Plovdiv 3 win(s) Have scored 5 goals in their last 5 matches Arda Kardzhali have won the previous 3 matches against Botev Plovdiv. 09 Mar 2025 10:00:00 GMT?Botev Plovdiv vs Arda Kardzhali on Sun 09 Mar 2025 10:00:00 GMT ended in a 1–1 tie.InsightsHave scored 3 goals in their last 5 matches Arda Kardzhali have won the previous 3 matches against Botev Plovdiv Botev Plovdiv is playing home against Arda Kardzhali at Hristo Botev Passengers on the Plovdiv to Dimitrovgrad train had to take matters into their own hands when the locomotive experienced a malfunction The incident was shared by writer and blogger Yordanka Nikolova on her Facebook page the driver informed the passengers that they were stuck because the pantograph had become locked The pantograph is a crucial component that connects the train to the overhead electrical lines a suggestion to push the train to resolve the issue was embraced by both the driver and the passengers the passengers pushed the train for about twenty meters Their efforts paid off as the pantograph reactivated allowing the train to continue its journey the train arrived in Dimitrovgrad only nine minutes behind schedule Bulgarian State Railways (BDZ) indicated that they are investigating the incident a private railway company affiliated with the bus carrier "Union Ivkoni" has officially received a license to operate rail passenger transport in Bulgaria A locomotive caught fire this morning at a railway crossing near the Bulgarian village of Elenino a locomotive collided with passenger train No located on the Burgas - Karnobat - Varna route The head of a statue of the goddess Tyche of Philippopolis was unearthed in the Bishop’s Basilica in Plovdiv the present-day city situated where the ancient Philippopolis once was archaeologist Lyubomir Merdzhanov reported on Thursday described it as “a phenomenal find” and “an extremely rare artifact” which scientists had hoped to come across for a very long time Tyche appears on coins found earlier in Plovdiv dated between the end of the 1st century AD the middle of the 3rd century AD the whole statue) was made according to Hellenistic tradition The crown is a stylized representation of a city gate with a turret on each side as if the goddess carried the city of Philippopolis on her head virtually unexplored sanctuary under the Bishop’s Basilica Merdzhanov’s guess is that the rest of the statue is somewhere around The size of the head suggests that the whole statue was about 2.5 metres tall cleaned and put on display in the Plovdiv Museum of Archaeology The scientist likened the discovery to the head of a statue of Cybele unearthed in the Black Sea city of Burgas but noted that the new find is in better condition Tyche’s marble head was found on Wednesday by a team which included two consultants Ventsislav Dinchev of the National Institute of Archaeology in Sofia and Zheni Tankova a longtime explorer of the Bishop’s Basilica of Philippopolis The head lay near the pulpit of the basilica and was probably used as building material for the structure It is also possible that its position carried a symbolic meaning The marble head was unearthed in the presence of representatives of the National Institute of Immovable Cultural Heritage (NIICH) and criminal police from Sofia Merdzhanov hopes that an acceptable way is found to lift the mosaics in the Bishop’s Basilica to enable archaeologists to go deep into the older sanctuary beneath and look for the remainder of the statue after the NIICH was notified about the discovery of a stone head in the Bishop’s Basilica of Philippopolis experts surveyed the place and found that the mosaics had been tampered with They asked Merdzhanov to expose what lay there and Tyche’s marble head was thus unearthed It transpired that the head had been unearthed before At the recommendation of a supervisory commission and a protocol was issued banning all activities in the basilica A similar ban was imposed by Plovdiv Mayor Kostadin Dimitrov but another order by him says the place should be explored Plovdiv was chosen as the best wine capital in Europe for 2025 according to a study by the tourist organisation European Best Destinations Over 284,000 people from 82 countries participated in the survey which placed the Bulgarian city ahead of iconic wine regions such as Bordeaux Plovdiv Mayor Kostadin Dimitrov emphasised that this distinction solidifies Plovdiv's place on the map of wine destinations, adding that the recognition is much more than a title, but a powerful tool for visibility and economic development. He recalled that Plovdiv will host the 9th edition of the Global Wine Tourism Conference The website of European Best Destinations stated that Plovdiv hosts some of the most prestigious world competitions such as the Digital Wine Communications Conference Concours Mondial de Bruxelles and Spirits Selection by Concours Mondial de Bruxelles They pointed out that excellent grape varieties such as Mavrud Merlot and many others are grown in Plovdiv Region The tourist organisation also stressed that Wine Enthusiast Magazine ranked Plovdiv in the Top 10 of the best destinations for wine tourism Metropolitan Nikolai of Plovdiv has reiterated his decision not to seek the position of the new Patriarch of Bulgaria he emphasized that he will not be among the candidates in the upcoming elections for the Primate of the Bulgarian Church following the passing of Patriarch Neophyte While attending the reception of the newly elected Metropolitan Arsenij of Sliven in Burgas Metropolitan Nikolai reaffirmed his stance stating that he will not be the new Patriarch and that he does not know who will assume the role he declined to confirm whether he had officially submitted his decision to withdraw from candidacy Metropolitan Arsenij of Sliven highlighted that “Metropolitan Nikolai has expressed his final decision not to participate in the elections for the new Patriarch of Bulgaria.” He further noted the significance of their visit to Burgas “We came to this beautiful city to bring our first blessing to all its inhabitants with a message of peace.” It is worth recalling that Metropolitan Nikolai had announced his decision not to run for the position of the next Patriarch of Bulgaria relatively early He also criticized media speculation regarding the succession process which began even before Patriarch Neophyte’s body was laid in repose for the faithful to pay their respects A car once used by Pope Francis during his 2014 visit to Bethlehem is being transformed into a mobile.. the Monastery of Saint Vlash in Albania hosted a festal Divine Liturgy on the.. Archbishop Ieronymos of Athens and All Greece presided over the festal Great Vespers at the historic.. The holy Great Martyr Irene was born in the city of Magedon in Persia during the fourth century Archbishop Elpidophoros of America arrived at Saint Nicholas Ranch and Retreat Center in Dunlap 2025—the Sunday of the Myrrh-Bearing Women—Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew presided over the Patriarchal and Concelebratory Divine.. (function() { window.mc4wp = window.mc4wp || { listeners: [] cb) { window.mc4wp.listeners.push( { event : evt callback: cb } ); } } }})(); © 2023 OrthodoxTimes.com - All rights reserved. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information. Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website. 08 Feb 2025 13:00:00 GMT?.css-1txiau5-AnswerContainer{color:var(--GlobalColorScheme-Text-secondaryText2);}Lokomotiv Plovdiv won 2–1 over Cherno More Varna on Sat This is 20 of the First Professional League The current head to head record for the teams are Cherno More Varna 21 win(s) Cherno More Varna have won the previous 2 matches against Lokomotiv Plovdiv. Haven't kept a clean sheet in 9 matches 08 Feb 2025 13:00:00 GMT?Lokomotiv Plovdiv won 2–1 over Cherno More Varna on Sat 08 Feb 2025 13:00:00 GMT.InsightsHave scored 14 goals in their last 5 matches Cherno More Varna have won the previous 2 matches against Lokomotiv Plovdiv Cherno More Varna is playing home against Lokomotiv Plovdiv at Ticha on Sat The International Exhibition of Training Companies TF FEST 2025 officially opens Thursday The Plovdiv Fair is hosting the 28th Forum of Future Entrepreneurs The fair is a bridge between schools and businesses The Institute of Education to the Ministry of Education and Science International Fair Plovdiv and Bulgarian Training Firms Net are the organizers of the exhibition Serbia and Montenegro participate in the exhibition They will demonstrate their skills in a real business environment The companies operate in various sectors from banking The online platform of TF FEST allows visitors to shop from the virtual stores of the participants and Best Presentation will be juried by experts in real business According to information from the Bulgarian Food Safety Agency has been localized in a poultry farm in the Plovdiv village of Tsalapitsa the Plovdiv Regional Administration said on Friday A three-kilometre protection zone has been defined around the affected livestock facility and a 10-kilometer surveillance zone is also in effect in order to prevent the spread of the disease The Plovdiv branch of the Bulgarian Food Safety Agency is taking action to humanely kill the sick and contact birds in the facilities An epizootic study is being carried out and control is exercised over the movements of domestic and other birds products and animal by-products obtained from them as well as the means of transport related to the technological process at the facility "The emergence of new outbreaks is possible therefore we are sending letters to all mayors of municipalities and through them to the mayors of all settlements to warn them of special vigilance on the part of owners of farms and personal farms," ​​said Chavdar Chavdarov Director of the Regional Directorate for Food Safety in Plovdiv He advised that the recommendations of the Bulgarian Food Safety Agency be strictly followed in order to stop the spread of the infection By accepting cookies you can enjoy a better experience while browsing pages.