Bulgaria has become one of Europe's leaders in per capita beer consumption, ranking sixth, even surpassing the UK and Ireland! This data is cited by The Brewers of Europe association in a new report. According to statistics, the average Bulgarian drinks about 80 liters of beer per year. For comparison, this is approximately: 27% more than in the UK; 19% more than in Ireland. Only the Czech Republic, Austria, Germany, Poland, and Romania rank higher than...
"Today, the European Commission is proposing to extend the temporary protection of persons fleeing Russia's war against Ukraine for one year, taking into account Ukraine's overall ability to defend itself," the EK newspaper reported on Friday, June 26. At the same time, it is proposing to create an exception for newly arrived persons who were prohibited from leaving Ukraine due to their military obligations. Such persons will not be granted temporary protection in the EU....
Bulgaria's largest retail chains, together with the government, are launching a new initiative called "Care Basket," aimed at helping residents reduce their everyday shopping costs amid rising prices. Unlike short-term promotions and sales, the program is long-term and requires the voluntary participation of retail chains. Each retailer independently creates a list of products but is committed to reducing their prices by at least 15%. The list includes the most...
This truly majestic architectural masterpiece is located near the town of Sozopol in Bulgaria. Its full name is "The Castle of the Woman in Love with the Wind," and it truly lives up to its fairytale-like appellation. The castle is surrounded by picturesque gardens, ponds with swans, sculptures, and fountains, creating the atmosphere of a magical and romantic place. This unique project was created by Bulgarian architect Georgi Tumpalov, who dreamed of bringing his love...
Last year, Sozopol opened the summer season with a spectacular concert featuring renowned Bulgarian artists, including DARA. And this year, something equally exciting is planned. The seaside city will open its new season on June 7 at 9:00 PM. Sozopol is preparing for an exciting start to the 2026 Summer Season with a packed cultural and festive program. In the coming weeks, the city will become a stage for literature, theater, art, music, and celebrations for residents and...
The rate depends on the locality and consists of two payments: the tax itself + a waste removal fee. Let's look at the coastal area as an example: - property tax 0.15% - 0.25% - waste removal fee 0.15% - 0.3% This adds up to 0.5% of the taxable value of your property (not to be confused with the value indicated in the deed). When to pay? You can pay in two installments: * By June 30th - first installment *...
