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Patriarch Evtimi and the Late Medieval Period
One of the most important cultural figures of medieval Bulgaria was Patriarch Evtimi of Tarnovo. He lived during the final years of the Second...
The Beginnings of Bulgarian Culture and Language
In the year 893, the Bulgarians officially adopted the Slavic language as their state and church language. This language later became known as Old...
The Fourth Five-Year Plan (1961–1965)
The Fourth Five-Year Plan covered the years from 1961 to 1965. It was closely connected to the long-term General Perspective Plan, which set economic...
Sparta Ancient and Modern
The Modern Town
South of Olympia, near the end of the Peloponnesian peninsula, stands the modern town of Sparta. It remains the capital of the...
The Tombs of Mycenae
The Beehive Tomb
One of the most remarkable monuments at Mycenae is the tomb often linked with King Agamemnon, the legendary leader of the Greeks...
The Pass of Thermopylae
Geography and Strategic Importance
The pass of Thermopylae is a narrow gorge or ravine between two wooded hills. Its strategic advantages were clear in ancient...
Esyllt and Sabrina Part 5
A Tale of Friendship and Destiny
The story of Esyllt and Sabrina continues a journey filled with legends, emotions, and lessons. Both characters, drawn from...
Entering Serbia from Budapest
About an hour before we crossed the border from Budapest into Serbia, an officer wearing a bright and flashy uniform decorated with scarlet fabric...
A Heated Argument in the Palace
During the tense meeting between the Serbian royal couple and the cabinet ministers, King Alexander suddenly lost his temper. Interrupting the conversation, he shouted...
A Surprise Visit to the Palace
One day, the entire Serbian cabinet, led by Prime Minister Mr. Vuitsch, decided to visit the royal palace at an unusual hour. Their purpose...
