Bulgarian Culture Collection

Painted eggs, Sofia, Bulgaria, Europe

Rose Festival, Bulgaria, Europe

Balkan Peninsula in 1878, lithograph
Ancient map Balkan. The political classification of the Balkan Peninsula after the Treaty of Berlin in 1878. Lithograph, published in 1878

Ottoman Empire, lithograph, published in 1878
Ancient map of Ottoman Empire. Lithograph, published in 1878

Balkan States
Map of Rumania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Montenegro

Aerial of Belogradchik fortress, Belogradchik, Bulgaria (drone)
Aerial of Belogradchik fortress, Belogradchik, Bulgaria, Europe

Wall murals in the Bachkovo monastery, Rhodope mountains, Bulgaria
Wall murals in the Bachkovo Monastery, Rhodope mountains, Bulgaria, Europe

Kaleto Rock Fortress, overlook over the rock formations, Belogradchik, Bulgaria
Kaleto Rock Fortress, view over the rock formations, Belogradchik, Bulgaria, Europe

Stone desert Pobiti Kamani rock phenomenon, near Varna, Bulgaria, Europe

Kaleto Rock Fortress, rock formations, Belogradchik, Bulgaria, Europe

Ottoman Empire, 14th-19th century, lithograph, published in 1878
Ancient map of the history of European Turkey, 15th - 19th century. Lithograph, published in 1878

Historical map of the Oriental part of world
Antique illustration of a Historical map of the Oriental part of world

Hisar Kapiya gate in Old Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Hisar gate or Hisar Kapiya is the gate of the old fortress walls of Phillipopol, nowadays its one of the main attractions in Plovdiv

Alexander of Battenberg (1857-1893). Prince of Bulgaria (1879-1886)

Balkan States, lithograph, published in 1878
Ancient map of the Balkan States: Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia and Montenegro. Lithograph, published in 1878

The wooden windmill before Nesebar town entrance
Nesebar or Nessebar is an ancient town and one of the major seaside resorts on the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast, located in Burgas Province

Kamenitza peak, Pirin, Eastern Europe, Bulgaria
Summer landscape from Pirin mountain national park, UNESCO world heritage site, Eastern Europe, Bulgaria

Traditional wood house
Historic Bulgarian style homes made of stone and wood, Nesebar. Residential buildings from the Bulgarian Renaissance period are the most popular and common architectural monuments

Eneolithic ceramic bowl with inscriptions from Gradesnica, Bulgaria
Prehistory, Bulgaria, Eneolithic. Ceramic bowl with inscriptions. From Gradesnica

Eneolithic gold sceptre from tomb 36 of Varna excavations, Bulgaria
Prehistory, Bulgaria, Eneolithic. Gold sceptre. From tomb 36 of Varna excavations

Vase shaped as bird with graffiti decorations from Orsoya, Bulgaria, Bronze Age
Prehistory, Bulgaria, Bronze Age. Vase shaped as a bird with graffiti decorations. From Orsoya

Eneolithic gold votive diadem from tomb 34 of Varna excavations, Bulgaria
Prehistory, Bulgaria, Eneolithic. Gold votive diadem. From tomb 34 of Varna excavations

Cup with gold handle from Treasures of Valci Tran, Bulgaria, Thracian civilization, Bronze Age
Prehistory, Bulgaria, Bronze Age. Thracian civilization. Treasures of Valci Tran. Cup with gold handle

Eneolithic symbolic mask from Varna excavations, Bulgaria
Prehistory, Bulgaria, Eneolithic. Symbolic mask. From Varna excavations

Neolithic terracotta female idol from Karanovo, Bulgaria
Prehistory, Bulgaria, Neolithic. Terracotta female idol. From Karanovo

Eneolithic small marble idol from Karanovo, Bulgaria
Prehistory, Bulgaria, Eneolithic. Small marble idol. From Karanovo

Neolithic terracotta anthropomorphic vase from Gradesnica, Bulgaria
Prehistory, Bulgaria, Neolithic. Terracotta anthropomorphic vase. From Gradesnica

Various uniforms of Principality of Bulgaria, color plate by Quinto Cenni
Militaria, Bulgaria, 19th century. Various uniforms of the Principality of Bulgaria, 1891-1900. Color plate by Quinto Cenni

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"Bulgarian Culture: A Tapestry of Rich Heritage and Natural Wonders" Immerse yourself in the vibrant Bulgarian culture, where traditions are celebrated with fervor and breathtaking landscapes leave you in awe. Every year, the Rose Festival takes center stage in Bulgaria, showcasing the country's deep-rooted connection to nature. In this enchanting event held in Bulgaria's heartland, visitors witness a sea of fragrant roses as far as the eye can see. Sofia, the capital city of Bulgaria, is known for its unique customs such as painting eggs during Easter. This ancient tradition brings families together to create beautifully adorned eggs that symbolize new beginnings and rebirth. Delve into history through lithographs depicting significant milestones like the Balkan Peninsula's liberation from Ottoman rule in 1878. These prints offer a glimpse into a pivotal era when Bulgaria emerged as an independent nation. Marvel at exquisite goldsmith art found within treasures like Umbo (shield boss) from Valcitran. The intricate craftsmanship showcases Bulgarian artisans' mastery and their ability to transform precious metals into stunning works of art. The Principality of Bulgaria once donned various uniforms that reflected its rich heritage. Color plates by Quinto Cenni vividly capture these uniforms, offering insight into the diverse cultural influences that shaped Bulgarian society. Explore Belogradchik fortress from an aerial perspective using drone technology; its majestic presence perched atop rocky formations will leave you breathless. This architectural marvel stands tall amidst picturesque surroundings on the Balkan Peninsula. Discover centuries-old wall murals adorning Bachkovo Monastery nestled within Rhodope mountains—a testament to Byzantine influence on Bulgarian religious artistry. Each stroke tells stories of faith and devotion passed down through generations. Kaleto Rock Fortress provides a mesmerizing overlook over Belogradchik's rock formations—an extraordinary natural wonder sculpted by time itself. Lose yourself in this ethereal landscape where history and nature seamlessly merge.