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The Uneven Beats: A Guide to Bulgaria's Asymmetric Folk Rhythms
From the seven-beat rachenitsa to the intricate eleven-beat kopanitsa, Bulgaria's folk music dances to its own irregular pulse. Here's how to understand and feel these unique rhythms.
Culture
Chiprovtsi Carpets: Bulgaria's Living Weaving Heritage
In the foothills of the Balkan Mountains, a centuries-old craft produces some of Europe's most distinctive textiles. This is the story of Chiprovtsi carpets and why they still matter today.