Hex. Hriszto Polendakov – Bulgaria’s Ambassador to Hungary
BULGARIA will be the FOREIGNER Guest of Honor @ the Travel 2024 exhibition!
“Bulgaria will present itself at Hungary’s most important tourism forum on 100-square-meter stand” said by Hriszto Polendakov – Bulgaria’s ambassador to Budapest at yesterday’s Bulgarian Cultural Center – Budapest. He spoke about their goals as with participating with nine co-exhibitors, emphasizing that the country is a tourist destination available all year round. Contunied staying that more than 70 increasingly popular beaches await visitors all of them traditional, old resorts, 22 of them, and one port, have also received the blue flag certification.
Within his introduction he gave a small geographical description of Bulgaria … “Sitting flush with Turkey, Bulgaria is the often-forgotten big brother of the Balkan countries – tourists head straight to its beaches, but now visitors can find out more at our stand …”This is all Bulgaria!” the sights-and-sound the visitors may receive full details offering where … what … how to travel such as: travelers guide, stunning natural beauty, hot spring waters, fabulous seaside towns, golden sandy beaches, historical treasures, remarkable monasteries and unforgettable mountain panoramas and its unique gastronomy. More about Bulgaria … located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, where Thracian, Byzantine, Roman, Slavic and Bulgarian cultures meet. The Bulgarian coast and the Black Sea offer excellent conditions for surfing, water skiing, diving and fishing. Black Sea resorts offer opportunities for hiking, cycling, horseback riding, as well as eco-tourism, photo safaris and excursions to natural, cultural and architectural attractions. The rose is the symbol of Bulgaria. Picking roses, one of the oldest traditional customs in Bulgaria, has become a tourist attraction. Bulgarian cuisine is extremely diverse and tasty, with a wide variety of salads, breads, stews and other local dishes. Many dishes are based on traditional recipes passed down from generation to generation. The surrounding regions of Bulgaria have proudly preserved their traditional recipes and continue to offer typical local gastronomic delicacies. More than 70 increasingly popular beaches await visitors there, all of them traditional, old resorts, 22 of them, and one port, have also received the blue flag certification.
Dr. Ernő Görgényi – Mayor of Gyula – domestic guest of honor, Aliz Komoróczki – managing director of Gyula Tourism Nonprofit Ltd.
This year the CITY OF GYULA is to be the DOMESTIC Guest of Honor @ the Travel 2024 exhibition!
You can go on a journey of discovery at the Gyulai stand, and this time they will guide you to the easternmost side of the country, where visitors can be enriched with information guaranteed by life’s fast-paced opportunities. So Gyula, a magical small city in Hungary’s Körös valley, offers visitors young and elder folks rich experiences during any time of the year. The city has a special atmosphere soothing and eye-catching, but have to see for yourelf. At the Travel exhibition, there are 6 counters, 160 square meters, and it can be divided into 2 main parts (event space and meeting space… possibility for partner meetings). The middle block can be walked around by the visitors. At their counters stage can learn about city’s programs, receive general information about partner hotels as well and to keep in mind the highlight – sightseeings in-and-around the Region & Gyula … Gyula Castle … The old rooms of the medieval castle and the beautiful baroque palace are a mixture of leading into the depths of the past of times. Among the centuries-old trees of the castle park is the famous Castle Spa … since 1984 was considered a spa town. Lately the spa was extended by 1,000 meters. It offers relaxation and entertainment for all ages, as well as the opportunity to cure various diseases by the thermal waters that erupt from the depths. The Almásy Castle in Gyula welcomnes visitors to an unusual exhibition. With the help of interactive technology provide close-to-life images of the history of the castle, the daily life of the various staff and lords. It is designed to provide an authentic experience and interesting program for all ages. From the 13.5-meter-high tower lookout, can enjoy a beautiful panorama of the medieval brick castle of Gyula, the castle and its garden. The unique exhibition in Ladics Ház presents the entire heritage of a rural family. After the renovation completed in 2016, Almásy Castle won the ICOMOS award for exemplary monument renovation a year later. In 2018, it was ranked among the 40 best exhibition . Memorial museum of the great composer Ferenc Erkel birthplace at Gyula and on the occasion of being the Domestic Guest of Honor city of Gyula welcomed on th spot to taste the reach in flavor plum palinka.
At their stand in time for Gyulai Pálinka flavors to have a snip or two … Unlike previous years, this time not in September, but earlier, between May,17-19, 2024. will be held. Gyula also has a Sausage Museum, Radio History Exhibition, local craft beers. Last but not least, before leaving to Gyula time to discover the city’s famous namely called 100 Year’s Old –Centennial Confectionery.
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Riport and snaps by Aggie Reiter
Rolling in Budapest 