Karlovo honors the Apostle of Freedom on his 189th birth anniversary - EUROPE SAYS
On July 18, Bulgariamarks the 189th anniversary of the birth of its national hero, Vasil Levski. On this day, commemorative ceremonies are held at every monument to Levski in Bulgariaand abroad, bringing. . .
On July 18, Bulgariamarks the 189th anniversary of the birth of its national hero, Vasil Levski. On this day, commemorative ceremonies are held at every monument to Levski in Bulgariaand abroad, bringing together grateful Bulgarians. Guided by his vision of a “pure and sacred republic”, Levski is widelyregarded as the most influential figure in Bulgarian history—one who continuesto unite Bulgarians around the world. Traditionally, the center of thecommemorations is Karlovo, the birthplace of the Apostle of Freedom. July 18 is also the town’s official holiday. Nestled in the heart of the Rose Valley, Karlovo is best known as thebirthplace of Levski. His carefully preserved family home is visited byhundreds of Bulgarians throughout the year. Many studentsfrom Bulgarian communities abroad also come here. Entering the Apostle’s home is like entering asacred place. It is a place of homage not only to his heroic deed but also to thegenius of a man whose far-sighted vision of the path to freedom and hiscomprehensive concept of a democratic state continue to inspire us today. On July 18, the celebrations in Karlovotraditionally begin with a solemn Holy Mass and a prayer service for thewell-being of the town and its people. The town’s grateful citizens also paytribute by laying flowers at the grave of Vasil Levski’s mother, Gina Kuncheva. On this day, Karlovo also welcomes theparticipants in the tourist hike “Following in the Footsteps of the Apostle of Freedom”, while awards from Foundation VasilLevski and the Vasil Levski Committee are presented. The day will conclude with a ceremonial rallyand fireworks organized by the Municipality of Karlovo. Edited by Gergana ManchevaTranslated by Kostadin AtanasovTags:bulgariaБългарияновини