Kazanlak

The Ministry of Tourism successfully showcased Bulgaria at Tourism Expo Japan 2024, attracting significant attention and drawing hundreds of visitors interested in exploring tourism opportunities in the country.

Heavy rainfall is anticipated in 17 regions of Bulgaria today. According to the National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology, an orange code for heavy rainfall has been issued for 12 regions, while a yellow code is in effect for another 7 regions.

In a collaborative effort between the Sofia City Prosecutor's Office and the Main Directorate "Fighting Organized Crime," 11 individuals have been indicted and three of them detained for up to 72 hours in connection with the dismantling of a criminal group involved in bank account draining and money laundering.

Bulgarian farmers were busy harvesting rose petals for their renowned oil this week, about a month earlier than the historical norm due to climate change that has ushered in warmer and more humid springs.

Bulgaria is one of the top global producers of fragrant rose oil that is also used in the cosmetics industry.

A devastating incident unfolded in the Bulgarian town of Kazanlak as a fourth-grade student tragically lost his life in the schoolyard. The heart-wrenching event occurred following a routine physical education class, leaving the entire community in shock and mourning.

"Art is not science and there are no formulas for it. Instinct and intuition, so contraindicated in science, play an exceptional role here. Art starts from the imaginary, from the unknown, and sometimes the end result resembles an equation of the absurd." Dechko Uzunov 1983

Late last night, a truck carrying a staggering 14 tons of ether exploded in the parking lot of the customs office in Kazanlak, Bulgaria. The customs office is located in close proximity to the "Arsenal" weapons factory, amplifying concerns over the nature of the incident.

A truck explosion has rocked the town of Kazanlak in Bulgaria, occurring near the Arsenal military plant. Fortunately, there are no reported casualties or injuries. Authorities have cordoned off the area for investigation. More updates to follow.

Bulgarian Socialist leader Kornelia Ninova speaks at a polling station in the parliamentary elections in Sofia, Bulgaria, April 4 2021. Photo: EPA-EFE/VASSIL DONEV

A large medieval gold treasure consisting of adornments made of the precious metal and semi-precious stones has been discovered by accident by the police in the town of Kazanlak in Central Bulgaria inside the car of what appear to be treasure hunters.

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