Kovachevitsa – an ancient Bulgarian village, timeless

Kovachevitsa is one of the most picturesque and romantic villages in Bulgaria, enchanting with its architecture and atmosphere. Narrow stone streets, old houses with roofs made of stone slabs and high fences create a unique atmosphere, as if frozen in the past. Despite the fact that some of the houses are abandoned and falling into disrepair, many of them are being restored, preserving their original appearance. The village has been declared an architectural reserve, which has allowed it...

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Flamingos in Burgas

But that's not what's surprising. The thing is, these aren't local birds. They probably fly here from the Maritsa River delta or from Turkey, where they nest in thousands of colonies. In recent years, this species has begun to expand its range, spreading north. It is believed that one of the reasons is global climate change.

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Warm weather has brought black scorpions to Burgas

Even despite the cold snap, these uninvited guests, only 4-5.5 cm long, penetrate residential and office premises, most often through sewer systems. However, there is no need to be afraid - they are not poisonous Experts assure that black scorpions in Bulgaria are not dangerous to health. Their bite can be compared to a bee or wasp sting: unpleasant, but not life-threatening. However, people prone to allergies to bee venom are advised to consult a doctor in case of a scorpion bite.

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Don't know how to spend your weekend? Go to the Burgas Zoo!

Many of the coastal residents still don't know that Burgas has a very large and interesting zoo for such a small town. The Burgas Zoo is located near the "Black Sea" quarter. It is home to more than 60 species of animals, for which conditions have been created that are close to their real habitat. Among them are white polar wolves, kangaroos, platinum foxes, parrots and many other animals, but the most important thing in the Burgas Zoo is the peacocks, there are about 29...

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For those who live in Bulgaria and have a dog

Be careful, because there are a number of laws here that are not always obvious! It is considered cruelty and is prohibited: ⁃ Using choke and electric collars. ⁃ Docking tails and ears. ⁃ Leaving a dog unattended. ⁃ Keeping a dog on a leash at all times. ⁃ Selling animals to persons under 18 without parental consent. The Law "On Veterinary and Medical Activity" includes 24 points describing unacceptable actions towards animals. If a dog lives in an apartment...

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