The ancient city of Nessebar, known for its UNESCO cultural significance, is preparing a large-scale celebration of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, which promises to attract thousands of visitors from across the country.
The solemn day will start with an official liturgy at the Assumption of the Virgin Mary Church, located in the historic center of the Old Town. At 10:30, a ceremony for the solemn raising of the national flag will be held, which will mark the beginning of the festive program.
The afternoon part of the event offers various attractions for all age groups. From 6:00 PM, the South Park will host a children's festival with attractive performances by "Balkan Circus", which will delight the youngest participants.
The music program starts at 8:30 PM at Julieta Shishmanova Square, where performer Georgi Dyulgerev will present his concert show. Simultaneously, at the Zhana Chimbeleva Amphitheater, the "Chinari" Ensemble will present an authentic folklore program.
Special attention will also be given to visiting international performers from Greece, who will contribute to the multicultural nature of the holiday.
The culmination of the evening will be an impressive drone show with pyro-musical accompaniment, which, according to preliminary forecasts by BNR, will attract tens of thousands of viewers.
To ensure safety and comfort, vehicle traffic on the Old Town's isthmus will be restricted from 8:00 PM to 12:30 AM, which will allow visitors unproblematic access to various events.