by Ronesa Aveela | Jun 23, 2021 | Books, Bulgaria, Bulgarian Art, History, Mythology and Folklore, Rituals and Traditions
We knew little about the ancient Thracians when we started to work on Mystical Emona: Soul’s Journey, our debut novel. When people mention Thrace, the only heroes who readily come to mind are Hercules, Orpheus, and Spartacus – if even those. But Thrace has a vast...
by Ronesa Aveela | Jun 18, 2021 | Books, Bulgaria, Holidays, Mythology and Folklore, Rituals and Traditions
Spassovden is a time, in Bulgaria, when Rusalki return from their winter home in Zmeykovo (Dragon Village). They spread life-giving dew on the fields. This dew has an added benefit besides fertility for crops: it can heal diseases, especially the dreaded Rusalka...
by Ronesa Aveela | Jun 14, 2021 | Bulgaria, Bulgarian Art, Rituals and Traditions
Everyone has their own path. Like ants, we hurry and wander and look for something. As Grandma used to say, we spend our whole lives building our home and family. The paths of our life are like Bulgarian embroidery; they wind like a beautiful Bulgarian horo dance and...
by Ronesa Aveela | Jun 11, 2021 | Bulgaria, Bulgarian Art, Events, History, Holidays, Rituals and Traditions
As summer in the northern hemisphere approaches, life begins to return to normal. Stores and restaurants are re-opening, and those fully vaccinated are told they don’t have to wear masks. Many of us who paused our vacation and travel plans are now eager to explore the...
