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Eyesore landmark in Veliko Tarnovo to be demolished

865c0c0b4ab0e063e5caa3387c1a87410af12b7fe62184659ea3dd1cce03ca75Kaufland Hypermarket Chain bought the unfinished surgical unit of the Veliko Tarnovo Hospital at an auction for 5.8 million leva. This solves one of the biggest problems of the town as to how to utilize the building and how to deal with the swamp which formed around it because of the faulty plumbing system. The unsightly edifice will be demolished and the wetlands dried out by the company. The plot has excellent location and spans over 18,900 sqm. It is bordering two of the streets with heaviest traffic in Veliko Tarnovo – Krakov and Nikola Gabrovski; the main road Sofia – Varna also passes nearby.

The Veliko Tarnovo branch will open in 2018, according to Dimitar Spasov, CEO of Kaufland Bulgaria. The store will cover about 3,000 sqm and it is expected that around 150 employees will work there.

The 5.8 million leva will be used to fund the construction of a new hospital wing at the site of the so-called New Hospital (which is right next to the now sold plot). The 2 buildings will be connected by a walkway. The new edifice will acommodate the units currently ‘housed’ at the Old Hospital which is located in Varusha Neighbourhood (Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Neonatal Care, Skin & STDs and Psychiatric Departments).

 

Sources: http://www.capital.bg/biznes/kompanii/2016/10/27/2852028_kaufland_bulgariia_kupi_na_turg_teren_ot_189_dka_vuv/

https://www.24chasa.bg/novini/article/5836801

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http://veliko-tarnovo.net/novini/vkauflandv-vliza-vav-v-tarnovo-kupi-nedovarsheniya-blok-na-mobal.html

http://www.velikotarnovo.utre.bg/2016/10/25/396165-golyama_veriga_kupi_pusteeshtia_hirurgichen_blok_kum_mobal_vuv_veliko_turnovo

 

November 22, 2016 by
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Veliko Tarnovo is getting ready for Christmas

More than 1000 lights, decorations and ornaments have already been mounted along the streets of the Old capital it was announced by the local authorities. The preparation for the traditional Christmas Market is also under way – 25 chalets will be set up in Marno Pole Park selling all kinds of treats. The Christmas Lights turning on ceremony will be on Friday, 25th November; as usual it will be accompanied by a firework display. Once we know more details about the variety of activities and their starting dates and times we’ll let you know!

Image: http://veliko-tarnovo.net/novini/ot-1-dekemvri-otvarya-vrati-koledniya-bazar-v-park-vmarno-polev.html

Source: http://www.borbabg.com/2016/11/16/%D1%81%D1%82%D0%B0%D1%80%D0%B0%D1%82%D0%B0-%D1%81%D1%82%D0%BE%D0%BB%D0%B8%D1%86%D0%B0-%D1%81%D0%B5-%D0%BF%D0%BE%D0%B4%D0%B3%D0%BE%D1%82%D0%B2%D1%8F-%D0%B7%D0%B0-%D0%BA%D0%BE%D0%BB%D0%B5%D0%B4%D0%B0/

November 17, 2016 by
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Guy Fawkes Charity Event

14560065_10153681519451116_4169176418756164818_oimg_1812The Bonfire Night is just around the corner and if you missed last year’s party at the village of Momin Sbor now is the time to make plans for this Saturday. A British expat has been organizing Guy Fawkes Nights in the village of Momin Sbor for some years now and this year is not going to be an exception. This is going to be the fourth annual Bonfire Night. Wildrovers Ltd will be holding their Guy Fawkes Party on Saturday, November, 5th from 6.30 pm.

This is a charitable event and all the funds raised will go towards Velvet Hearts – a local animal rescue charity. Miglena Dzhurova, who founded the organization, has recently bought a new plot of land with the aid of a German charity support group. The construction of a new animal shelter on the grounds is scheduled for the spring, and the host of the party is hoping that with your help they can give the building a good start.

The organizer is promising a great fireworks show, raffle, BBQ and lots more.

img_1873downloadYantra Homes takes pride in participating in this event – the company is sponsoring the fireworks display. The food and the site are provided by Wildrovers Ltd and it’s still not too late if you want to donate some more prizes for the raffle.

All funds at the gate, from the bar and raffle will go to the charity so please give generously.

If you want to join the night or learn more you can find additional details here:

https://www.facebook.com/events/1793744964201993/

Images: Ralitsa Markova/Internet

November 1, 2016 by
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Elena But Festival for the 5th time

sushen-but-svinskiElena is preparing for the 5th edition of the Elenski But Festival. The event will take place from 14th till 16th October. The programme kick starts with a concert on Friday (14th) from 6.30 pm in Hristo Botev Square. During the three days the place will come to life with many re-enactments, attractions, degustations, competitions and exhibitions.

The renowned Elenski but is a dry-cured ham from which is a popular delicacy throughout the country. The meat is salted and rubbed 3121185238with herbs and then left to dry in the air. It has a specific taste and can be preserved in the course of several years, owing much to the climatic conditions of the Balkan Mountains region where Elena is located.

Saturday celebrations start at 10 am with the recreation of an old tradition – pig scorching over a pit; it will be staged near the Town Market. The Elena But Feast will be officially opened at 10.30 with the opening ceremony taking place in the Town Square. The dancing and music programme starts right after that. Kaleto Park will host a competition for the strongest balkandzhiya (mountain dweller) at 2 pm. After noon Bakalovata Kushta is the place for your children to have some fun. From 2 till 4 you can taste and sample wines and meat delicacies at the Tourist Information Centre. The fest will finish on Sunday with a fun artists’ show from 10 am .

Source: http://www.dnesbg.com/goreshti-novini/orkestar-underground-ot-sarbiya-idva-za-praznika-na-elenskiya-but.html

Images: Internet

October 6, 2016 by
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Pumpkin Fest in Sevlievo from 10th till 16th October

Sevlievo is known as the Pumpkin Town. Many even call it Tikvenburg (Pumpkinburg, from the Bulgarian word tikva – pumpkin). There you will find a Pumpkin Museum, pumpkin festivals, pumpkin contests and whatnot; mind you there is no connection to Halloween whatsoever. The unusual Pumpkin Feast brings joy and good mood to Sevlievo and attracts many people. These pumpkin celebrations were first held in 2006 and with each year they gather more and more interest.

The colourful festival is organized in October every year and lasts for a week. The square in front of the Culture Home usually hosts an exhibition with the most oddly shaped pumpkins and contests for the largest, smallest, longest and most beautifully carved pumpkin.

Of course there is a culinary competition, with the main ingredient – pumpkin. More than a 200 m long tikvenik (phyllo pumpkin pie) is prepared each year for everyone from near and far to taste and savour.

There will be plenty more attractions, including dancing and music programme.

Images/Source/Official FB page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1702634083393946/

October 4, 2016 by