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Knowledge Man, in order to exist and develop, must renew his needs and wants. And this renewal represents a need for new knowledge. All people naturally strive for knowledge, because this is how they ensure their existence and development. Since ancient times, the main symbol of knowledge has been fire. It was after its opening that the public...

Legend of Baba Marta

Old legends say that the months of the year were living beings. Baba Marta was the sister of Golyam Sechko (January) and Little Sechko (February). The brothers drank the wine every year and didn't leave it to her, that's why Grandma Marta is still hot and sour. That's why people keep trying to appease her, because her mood influenced...

Legends of the Martenitsa

Legend of the martenitsa – 1 One of the legends about the origin of the martenitsa is related to Khan Asparuh and the creation of the Bulgarian state beyond the Danube. According to legends, when the Bulgarians reached the Danube plain, fascinated by the place, they decided to settle right here. The chief announced the newly created state and, as is his turn, decided to make a sacrifice...

Symbolism of the Martenitsa

The first martens, with which people fastened themselves and cattle, were only made of red woolen thread. It was a kind of amulet that protected against all kinds of evils and brought health, fertility and luck. In later times, people also twisted white, again from wool, into the red thread. In addition to wool, to make martenitsa you can ...

Sicily - the other Italy - part 4 Catania and return home

“Sicilia antica dellu mi cori, quanti ricchezzi ch 'a'tteni tu!” - "Ancient Sicily, of my heart, how many riches you possess." Day 4 - February 24, Saturday As the last time we gave up going to Palermo and decided to go around Catania. There was a lot to see. A beautiful and colorful city. And very dirty. In Syracuse it was...

Sicily - the other Italy - part 3 Taormina

“Sicilia antica dellu mi cori, quanti ricchezzi ch 'a'tteni tu!” - "Ancient Sicily, of my heart, how many riches you possess." Day 3 - February 23, Friday - Taromina We had many good reviews about this town from friends and acquaintances. It is located about 60 km north of Catania, at the foot of Mount Etna. The ancient city...

Sicily - the other Italy - part 2 Syracuse

“Sicilia antica dellu mi cori, quanti ricchezzi ch 'a'tteni tu!” - "Ancient Sicily, of my heart, how many riches you possess." Day 2 – Thursday February 22 – Syracuse We got up around 7am. The coffee was good. We had decided to go to Syracuse by bus. We headed for the stop, which turned out to be closer than expected. The apartment …

Sicily - the other Italy - part 1 - here we go

“Sicilia antica dellu mi cori, quanti ricchezzi ch 'a'tteni tu!” - "Ancient Sicily, of my heart, how many riches you possess." The organization Even before Christmas, my colleague Dani and I decided to jump to Italy. Both of us felt like it, I speak the language, we decided to travel without an agency. We bought tickets for the Sofia-Catania-Sofia flight because...

The needs of children with disabilities and their place in society

author: Penka Yaneva It is a fact that children with disabilities have more specific needs than others. Needs affecting both the family and the whole society. In today's society, the question of where these children belong is still controversial. When the time comes for these children to attend kindergarten or school, the question arises of how to overcome their specific ...

Attitude towards children with disabilities in the past

author: Penka Yaneva Injuries and disabilities have existed among humanity since its dawn. In different eras, they were evaluated ambiguously. Bulgaria in the past We can judge society's attitude towards children and people with disabilities in the distant past mainly from our native folklore. In general, people have been relatively understanding. And certainly…

A child with a disability - the terrible reality

author: Penka Yaneva Learning about the child's diagnosis, parents experience very strong negative emotions. The emotional experiences of parents go through different stages. It starts with the question "why did it happen to us?", searching for answers, going back to the past, memories of actions or genetic burden. The initial shock that comes with the news that their child is disabled is…