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Colourful Bulgarian traditional costumes on display
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The Nosia: Bulgaria's Traditional Costume and Its Regional Variations

Discover the nosia, Bulgaria's richly decorated folk costume, and learn how its embroidery, colours and shapes vary from region to region.
Traditional Bulgarian folk costume with embroidered apron and headscarf
Culture

The Bulgarian Nosia: A Guide to Traditional Folk Costume

From the double-apron of the Shopluk to the bright colours of the Rhodopes, Bulgaria's traditional dress is a living part of national identity. Here's how to read the nosia.