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Colourful hand-painted Bulgarian pottery from Troyan
Culture

Troyan Pottery: Bulgaria's Living Tradition of Colourful Ceramics

Discover the distinctive hand-painted pottery of Troyan, a craft that has shaped Bulgarian folk art for centuries and remains a vibrant part of the region's cultural identity.
Traditional Troyan pottery with colourful hand-painted patterns
Culture

Troyan Pottery: Bulgaria's Living Craft of Clay and Colour

Discover the centuries-old pottery tradition of Troyan, a Bulgarian town famous for its distinctive slip-decorated ceramics that blend everyday function with folk art.
Close-up of traditional Bulgarian shevitsa embroidery with red geometric patterns on white fabric.
Culture

Shevitsa: The Hidden Language of Bulgarian Embroidery

Discover the symbolic stitches and colours that turn Bulgarian folk costumes into a wearable expression of identity.