Photos by Maciej and Me

Surva is the International Festival of the Masquerade Games in Pernik. It is the biggest event of this type not only in Bulgaria but on the Balkan Peninsula. It promotes variations of ancient Bulgarian customs that are still alive today. These are an important part of the Bulgarian folklore tradition and are meant to be performed by single men and women. With its competitive nature, the festival is not only a venue but also a contest for the living vessels of this tradition, namely the Kukeri and Survakari.

(for more information – SURVA.ORG)

At 18.20 p.m. me and Maciej cached a bus to Pernik and spent lovely time with Dari and Vesko. First we were drinking a frappe in some Cafe in Pernik, while chatting with Dari and waiting for Vesko to come. Then we left off to Rudarci to Daris summer house.

BBQ in Rudarci.

At the very first pic: Daris brother – Ivo and his girlfriend. Unfortunately, they didn’t stay with us… but they helped us to start the fire (and yes, they used a fan to do this)

There was so much food to eat and we cleared the table in seconds…

Sunday

After a very “hard” night we decided to go to Pernik and do some sightseeing… My favorite destination was Ruins of Krakra’s castle near the city.

Thank you for the unforgettable moments spent together.