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Pork Lard and Mulled Rakia Fest in Apriltsi

Greyana rakia is often served in such traditional pottery cups.

The 7th Pork Lard and Mulled Rakia fest is to take place on February, 18th (Saturday) in the tourist town of Apriltsi. The typical for the region grilled pork lard* and mulled rakia* are going to be presented at the fest. A number of other culinary masterpieces will also be available to try. Organizers have prepared many contests and surprises for visitors and participators. The good mood is to be guaranteed by traditional folk singers and dance troupes.

Slanina is often consumed with homemade bread and raw onion.

*Pork lard – slanina in Bulgarian. These are thick slabs of pure fat which are either smoked or salted/seasoned or both. Then you leave them to hang somewhere dry for a long time and this is what slanina is)

*Mulled rakia – greyana rakia in Bulgarian. It is heated and sweetened with honey or sugar, sometimes with added spices. Heated in kettles, it is often offered to visitors to various open-air festivities, especially in winter.)

Official FB page: https://www.facebook.com/events/692702660904604/

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Events and Festivals, News

Toto tribute concert in Veliko Tarnovo

On January, 28th (Saturday) а tribute to one of the most beloved bands of all time – Toto – will be held in Veliko Tarnovo. The venue is Bar Rocka Rolla in Veliko Tarnovo; the event starts at 11.30 pm and entrance is 10 leva. You are invited you to join the party and experience the unforgettable hits of Toto, in a new and emotional way.

Here is the list of the performing artists:

Slavin Slavchev – vocals

Preslava Peicheva – vocals

Nora Karaivanova – vocals

Yasen Velchev – keyboards

Ivaylo Zvezdomirov – bass

Darin Vasilev – guitar

Biser Ivanov – guitar

Stoyan Yankulov – drums

Official FB page: https://www.facebook.com/events/344487562573342/?active_tab=discussion

Local Roads, News

Hemus Highway – one step closer to coming true

The project for the construction of Hemus Highway lot passing by Veliko Tarnovo was yesterday submitted for assessment and coordination in the Municipality by the design company that prepared it. Officially Hemus Motorway will run north of Polikraishte, about 13-14 km from the old capital. There will also be a large road junction where Hemus intersects the planned expressway between Ruse and Veliko Tarnovo. The Ruse – Veliko Tarnovo Expressway is to cross the current Sofia – Varna main arterial road near the village of Momin Sbor.

Also yesterday the government in resignation of Boyko Borisov decided to advance the allocation of nearly 23 million leva for the continued construction of Hemus Highway. It was once again stated that the completion of motorway is one of the main priorities of the Cabinet and is a key factor for the development of Northern Bulgaria.

Source: http://www.velikotarnovo.utre.bg/2017/01/11/409402-proektut_za_magistrala_hemus_do_veliko_turnovo_e_vnesen_za_suglasuvane

Design and furnishing, News, Property News

The most beautiful block of flats in Veliko Tarnovo yet?

A block of flats distinctly different and boasting fresh architecture compared to the dull buildings style from the socialist era is soon to be erected in Veliko Tarnovo. The new building will be in sharp contrast with the “sterile environment” in the area imposed by the uniform development of the past and the prevailing grey facades. The residential building is going to be the most beautiful newly build edifice in the town one done. Hopes are high that with the completion of the building a new trend will set in – such of a modern architecture that impresses residents and visitors. The complex is located at the bottom of Marno Pole Park, near the Summer Theatre. The block of flats is also expected to make it to the Building of the Year Contest as it has been 2 years since the town last had a participant in it. Experts say that this type of construction should be imposed in the central part of the city where houses and blocks and not listed building and owners do not have to comply with the old-times authentic style and ask authorities for permission as for altering or demolishing such buildings. The future complex will be quite functional and landscaped; it will also have its own parking.

Source: http://www.borbabg.com/2017/01/05/%D0%BD%D0%B0%D0%B9-%D0%BA%D1%80%D0%B0%D1%81%D0%B8%D0%B2%D0%B8%D1%8F-%D0%B1%D0%BB%D0%BE%D0%BA-%D0%B4%D0%BE%D1%81%D0%B5%D0%B3%D0%B0-%D1%89%D0%B5-%D0%BF%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%B2%D1%8F%D1%82-%D0%B2-%D0%B1%D0%BE/

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New tourist map of Veliko Tarnovo available

Veliko Tarnovo now has a new tourist map which is available for free – you can grab your copy from the Tourist Information Centre at 5 Hristo Botev Str as well as from the sites which are advertised on it. The first circulation is of 10,000 pieces. The map itself measures 48×35 cm and is bilingual (Bulgarian and English). The most prominent historical and cultural sites are marked on it as well as information about transport, places to dine and entertain and various types of services provided in the town.

Source/Image http://times.bg/news/view/6846/Nova-turisticheska-karta-na-Veliko-Trnovo-se-predlaga-na-gostite-na-grada