At the time of its liberation from the Ottoman Empire in 1878, Bulgaria had been cut off from the mainstream of European culture for half a millennium. However, a pent-up energy and enthusiasm soon made themselves felt in every sphere, and today the country has seven inscriptions on UNESCO’s list of Intangible Cultural Heritage.
From community centres and folklore festivals to carpet-weaving and fire-dancing, these authentic traditions reveal the real Bulgaria.
Martenitsa
The
martenitsa is a small token made of red and white wool, in the form of a tassel, a bracelet or necklace, or a couple of little figures, Pizho and Penda.
Free sterilisation, rabies vaccinations for cats and dogs in Phuket Town
Free sterilisation, rabies vaccinations for cats and dogs in Phuket Town
PHUKET: Phuket City Municipality, the Phuket Provincial Livestock Office and the Soi Dog Foundation together are offering free sterilisation and rabies vaccines for cats and dogs to Phuket Town residents.
The free service is being provided until Jan 1. Photo: Phuket City Municipality
The free service is being provided until Jan 1. Photo: Phuket City Municipality
The free service is being provided until Jan 1. Photo: Phuket City Municipality
The free service is being provided until Jan 1. Photo: Phuket City Municipality