Explore Ottoman rule in the lands of present-day Bulgaria: conquest, administration, architecture, cuisine, revival, and why 1878 was not the end everywhere.

Discover the historical and symbolic contrasts between Bubastis, Egypt—the true cult center of Bastet—and Golyamo Gradishte in Strandzha, Bulgaria, where modern legend claims the goddess was buried. Explore archaeological facts, elevation, terrain, and cultural legacy in this in-depth comparison of myth and reality.

From 1878 to 1944, during the era of the Third Bulgarian State, Bulgaria experienced a profound period of transformation, marked by significant societal, political,...

In 1878, Bulgaria emerged from centuries of Ottoman rule, marking the beginning of a new chapter in its history.

Bulgaria’s Varna gold predates the pyramids—explore the oldest known gold jewelry and its hidden story.