Black Sea Coast Bulgarian
History, Nature, and Culture
The Black Sea coast Bulgarian region is one of the most attractive parts of the country. Stretching for more than 350...
Bulgarian Settlements
Traces of History and Culture
The story of Bulgarian settlements is closely linked to the history, culture, and geography of the country. Bulgaria, located at...
Bulgarian Civilization Values
A Cultural Legacy
The history of the Balkans is full of rich traditions, deep cultural roots, and powerful civilizations. Among them, Bulgaria holds a special...
A Night in the Monastery
I had gone to the monastery hoping to have a peaceful, cool night’s sleep. However, despite my room being high up, the night was...
Stanimika Village and the Journey to the Monastery
We reached a small, dirty village called Stanimika. It was home to Greeks who made wine and silk, but spent most of their time...
The Pomaks Bulgarian Muslims
I personally believe that the Pomaks are not a separate ethnic group but are Bulgarians whose ancestors changed their religion.
The Character of Bulgarians
As I...
Letter from the Governor
Transforming Cities with Visionary Leadership
Farewell to Mardin’s Reformer
When M. Temel Kogaklar, the recent Governor of Mugla, concluded his term in Mardin, where he had...
Shining the Gems
Shining the Gems, One by One…
Mugla Houses are renowned for their courtyard entrances, known as the “Lamb Door,” adorned with lacelike canopies and wooden...
Assos and Troy
Just beyond the “Museum of Olive Oil” at Kazdagı, several historical sites beckon for exploration. One of the most significant among them is Assos,...
The Nestorians imagined Christ’s divinity
Each of the three positions was distinct. The Nestorians imagined Christ’s divinity as a kind of benign possession, a god’s mind in a mortal’s...
