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Day of the Bulgarian Army

By admin on 28 April 2012 in Culture, Holidays

Bulgaria celebrates the valor of their armed forces on 6 May, the Feast Day of Saint George the Victorious.

Students Celebrate on 8 December

By admin on 2 December 2011 in Culture, Holidays

8 December is Students Day in Bulgaria. On this day colleges and universities cancel classes in favor of special activities for their students and parties after.

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Remembrance Day

By admin on 16 June 2011 in Culture, Holidays

Remembrance Day is a solemn British occasion on which people of all nations remember those who gave their lives in service to their countries.

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Trifon Zarezan, Bulgaria’s Wine Holiday

By Magda on 30 January 2010 in Culture, Holidays, Tradition

On 1 February, the Orthodox Church honours Saint Trifon, a healer who was glorified by the miracles he performed. However, this national wine holiday is also celebrated on 14 February according to old customs, which just happens to be Valentine’s Day as well.

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Celebrate Ivanovden On 7 January

By Magda on 30 December 2009 in Culture, Holidays, Tradition

On 7 January, the Bulgarian Orthodox Church celebrates the day of Saint John the Baptist, who baptised Jesus Christ in the Jordan River.

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Koledaria – Bulgaria’s First Christmas Market

By Magda on 30 November 2009 in Culture, Holidays, News, What's On

Koledaria is the first-ever Bulgarian Christmas and New Year’s market. It runs from 30 Nov to 7 Jan in the park at Eagle Bridge, across from Sofia University.

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