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April 1, 2025

Easter in Sofia

Happy Easter! Hi all, spring is here! This lovely season brings the grand Christian celebration – Easter. Easter, known as Velikden (Великден) or “Great Day” in Bulgarian, is one of the most significant and cherished holidays in Bulgaria. If you find yourself in Sofia during this vibrant season and are considering immersing yourself in local customs, you’re in for a treat! ​ Easter in Bulgaria Bulgaria, being largely a Christian Orthodox country, celebrates Easter according to the Julian calendar instead of the Gregorian calendar, which is used by many Western countries. Therefore, the date when Bulgarians celebrate Easter often doesn’t coincide with the one celebrated in Western Europe. Here is when Easter will be celebrated in Bulgaria in the following years. In 2025, however, Bulgarians will celebrate Easter on the exact same day as Western Europeans—on April 20th! If you happen to be in Bulgaria this spring, you should know about our two most common Easter traditions: Egg fights and the delicious sweet bread, Kozunak. Unlike many Western countries where Easter egg […]
April 29, 2021

Spring in Sofia

After the looong and snowy winter it’s what we’ve all been anticipating for months – Spring in Sofia! The season of awakening, excitement and good mood! Sofia in spring is truly magnificent and a perfect option for an extended weekend trip or a spring getaway. The flowers are blooming and nature is coming to life. The beauty and excitement of this season is just one of the reasons why it’s the perfect time to visit the Bulgarian capital. It’s also the perfect time of year to discover some of Bulgaria’s most interesting traditions. It is indeed during spring time that Bulgarians celebrate some of their most beloved national holidays. Spring Holidays in Bulgaria March 1st – Baba Marta & Martenitsa  Red and white decorations appear everywhere in Bulgaria to celebrate the end of winter and the beginning of the new cycle of life. This old and pagan tradition is so widespread in the country that it’s impossible to miss it. Vendors start selling martenitsas on the streets as early as […]